Spotlight on the Winners of the 2024 Golden Globes

Spotlight on the Winners of the 2024 Golden Globes @gettyimage

Under the shimmering skies of Hollywood, the 2024 Golden Globes unfolded as a night of splendor, celebrating the zenith of cinematic and television mastery. As the stars convened at the Beverly Hilton, the evening was not only a testament to artistic prowess but also a beacon of the industry’s evolving landscape, with the illustrious Golden Globes charting new territories in recognition and inclusivity.

This year’s gala was replete with moments of grandeur, marking a significant milestone in the annals of entertainment. Films like “Oppenheimer,” “Barbie,” and “Poor Things” not only captivated audiences worldwide but also clinched the highest honors, etching their names in the annals of cinematic brilliance. “Oppenheimer” emerged as the beacon of the Best Motion Picture in the drama category, with the visionary Christopher Nolan acclaimed for his directorial genius. Meanwhile, “Poor Things” danced away with the Globe for Best Motion Picture, Musical or Comedy, painting the evening with shades of jubilation and humor.

Yet, the Golden Globes’ embrace extended beyond the realms of English narratives, with “Anatomy of a Fall” shining as the best non-English language motion picture, and “The Boy and the Heron” enchanting as the best-animated film, each telling profound tales through universal languages of emotion and artistry.

The realm of television shone equally bright, with “Succession” securing its reign as the best drama series, and “The Bear” serving up a delightful victory in the best TV series, musical, or comedy category. The constellation of stars, including the likes of Lily Gladstone, Paul Giamatti, and Emma Stone, each took home well-deserved accolades, their performances etching unforgettable narratives in the hearts of viewers.

In a groundbreaking stride, the Golden Globes expanded its horizon, celebrating stand-up comedy and cinematic achievements in box office success. “Barbie” not only redefined cinematic narratives but also triumphed in the new category of best cinematic and box office achievement, heralding a new era of storytelling and audience engagement.

As the event unfurled, it was evident that the Golden Globes were not just an award ceremony; they were a celebration of diversity, creativity, and the unyielding spirit of storytelling. With a new coalition of voters, the event mirrored the tapestry of global narratives, resonating with voices and visions from across 76 countries.

As we recount the tales of triumph and artistry, the 2024 Golden Globes stand as a testament to the evolving landscape of entertainment, where every performance is a dialogue, every narrative a bridge, and every accolade a milestone in the journey of cinematic and television excellence.

A full list of winners follows.

Best Motion Picture – Drama

Anatomy of a Fall (Neon)
Killers of the Flower Moon (Apple Original Films)
Maestro (Netflix)
Oppenheimer (Universal Pictures) (WINNER)
Past Lives (A24)
The Zone of Interest (A24)

Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy

Air (Amazon MGM Studios)
American Fiction (Orion Pictures/Amazon MGM Studios)
Barbie (Warner Bros. Pictures)
The Holdovers (Focus Features)
May December (Netflix)
Poor Things (Searchlight Pictures) (WINNER)

Best Motion Picture – Animated

The Boy and the Heron (GKids) (WINNER)
Elemental (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (Sony Pictures Releasing)
The Super Mario Bros. Movie (Universal Pictures)
Suzume (Crunchyroll / Sony Pictures Entertainment)
Wish (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)

Cinematic and Box Office Achievement

Barbie (Warner Bros. Pictures) (WINNER)
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
John Wick: Chapter 4 (Lionsgate)
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (Paramount Pictures)
Oppenheimer (Universal Pictures)
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (Sony Pictures Releasing)
The Super Mario Bros. Movie (Universal Pictures)
Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (AMC Theatres Distribution)

Best Motion Picture – Non-English Language

Anatomy of a Fall, France (Neon) (WINNER)
Fallen Leaves, Finland (Mubi)
Io Capitano, Italy (Pathe Distribution)
Past Lives, United States (A24)
Society of the Snow, Spain (Netflix)
The Zone of Interest, United Kingdom/USA (A24)

Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama

Bradley Cooper, Maestro
Leonardo DiCaprio, Killers of the Flower Moon
Colman Domingo, Rustin
Barry Keoghan, Saltburn
Cillian Murphy, Oppenheimer (WINNER)
Andrew Scott, All of Us Strangers

Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama

Annette Bening, Nyad
Lily Gladstone, Killers of the Flower Moon (WINNER)
Sandra Hüller, Anatomy of a Fall
Greta Lee, Past Lives
Carey Mulligan, Maestro
Cailee Spaeny, Priscilla

Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy

Fantasia Barrino, The Color Purple
Jennifer Lawrence, No Hard Feelings
Natalie Portman, May December
Alma Pöysti, Fallen Leaves
Margot Robbie, Barbie
Emma Stone, Poor Things (WINNER)

Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy

Nicolas Cage, Dream Scenario
Timothée Chalamet, Wonka
Matt Damon, Air
Paul Giamatti, The Holdovers (WINNER)
Joaquin Phoenix, Beau Is Afraid
Jeffrey Wright, American Fiction

Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role in Any Motion Picture

Willem Dafoe, Poor Things
Robert De Niro, Killers of the Flower Moon
Robert Downey Jr., Oppenheimer (WINNER)
Ryan Gosling, Barbie
Charles Melton, May December
Mark Ruffalo, Poor Things