Critics Choice Awards 2026: Full Winners List as One Battle After Another Takes Best Picture

The 31st annual Critics Choice Awards officially kicked off the 2026 awards season in grand style on January 4 at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California. Hosted for the fourth consecutive year by comedian Chelsea Handler, the ceremony celebrated outstanding achievements in film and television from 2025 and offered an early glimpse into the industry favourites likely to dominate the months ahead.