2025 Critics Choice Awards Highlights and Winners
The 2025 Critics Choice Awards, hosted by Chelsea Handler, took place on February 7 at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California. The ceremony, originally scheduled for January 12, was postponed due to wildfires in Los Angeles. The event celebrated the best in film and television, with standout wins across multiple categories.
In the film categories, Anora claimed the top prize for Best Picture, while Emilia Pérez, Wicked, and The Substance each secured three awards. Adrien Brody won Best Actor for his role in The Brutalist, delivering a heartfelt speech where he thanked his girlfriend, Georgina Chapman, and his parents. Demi Moore took home Best Actress for her performance in The Substance, and Zoe Saldaña won Best Supporting Actress for Emilia Pérez. Kieran Culkin, absent from the ceremony, won Best Supporting Actor for The Brutalist. Jon M. Chu surprised many by winning Best Director for Wicked, despite being overlooked for an Oscar nomination.
On the television side, Shōgun led with four awards, including Best Drama Series. Hacks followed closely with three wins, including Best Comedy Series. The limited series award went to The Perfect Couple, with Colin Farrell and Cristin Milioti winning Best Actor and Actress in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television, respectively.
The evening also featured emotional moments, including Handler’s opening monologue, which paid tribute to Los Angeles firefighters battling the wildfires. Winners like Colin Farrell and Zoe Saldaña used their acceptance speeches to express gratitude and highlight personal connections, with Saldaña tearfully dedicating her award to her sons.
The Critics Choice Awards, known for their influence on the awards season, showcased a mix of expected wins and surprises, solidifying its reputation as a key precursor to the Oscars.
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