Screen Actors Guild Awards 2024: The excitement is building as Hollywood gears up for the 30th Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards, and this year's nominations have already set the stage for an unforgettable celebration of cinematic talent. Leading the pack are Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer and the iconic Barbie, collectively known as 'Barbenheimer', with each film receiving four nominations.
Oppenheimer, fresh from its triumph at the Golden Globes, has secured its place as a frontrunner for the upcoming Academy Awards. The three-hour epic, which delves into the story of the inventor of the atomic bomb, boasts nominations for stellar performances by Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr, and Emily Blunt. Notably, Oppenheimer is also in the running for the coveted 'Outstanding Performance by a Cast' award, the top prize at the SAG Awards.
On the flip side of the cinematic spectrum, Barbie, the surreal comedy based on the beloved doll, has emerged as the highest-grossing film of the year. Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, and the entire cast have earned well-deserved nods, solidifying Barbie's presence in the spotlight. Additionally, the film has been recognized for its impressive stunt performers.
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Joining Oppenheimer and Barbie in the spotlight are other notable films with three acting nominations each. The historical epic Killers of the Flower Moon and the scathing satire American Fiction, featuring Jeffrey Wright, are both vying for the title of best cast. The musical remake The Color Purple completes the category, promising a diverse range of cinematic excellence.
The SAG Awards, a significant precursor to the Oscars, will be broadcast globally on Netflix this year, marking a milestone for the streaming giant as it expands into hosting live events. The gala, scheduled for February 24, will feature a lifetime achievement award honouring the legendary Barbra Streisand. SAG-AFTRA president Fran Drescher praised Streisand as "a colossal icon with a relentless work ethic," highlighting her remarkable journey as an EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony) winner.
As Hollywood prepares for the celebration, it's expected that speeches at the gala will touch upon the challenges faced during last year's industry strikes, where SAG-AFTRA and the writers' guild went head-to-head with studios. The actors' strike concluded in November, paving the way for the industry to resume its operations.
While Netflix takes the stage as the host of the SAG Awards, interestingly, none of its films were nominated for the night's biggest prize. Nevertheless, the streaming giant did secure five movie nominations, including notable mentions for Bradley Cooper and Carey Mulligan in the Leonard Bernstein biopic Maestro, and Jodie Foster and Annette Bening for Nyad.
In the television category, Succession leads the pack with five nominations, followed closely by The Bear, The Last of Us, and Ted Lasso, each with four nods. The SAG Awards also play a crucial role in predicting Oscar success, with the winner of the outstanding cast prize often going on to win the best picture at the Academy Awards.
As the anticipation builds, Hollywood's Directors' Guild has also announced its nominations. Both Oppenheimer and Barbie have made the shortlist for the Directors Guild of America's best film category, alongside other notable contenders. The DGA Awards are set to take place on February 10, adding another layer of excitement to the awards season.
Here's the complete list:
Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture
American Fiction
Barbie
The Color Purple
Killers of the Flower Moon
Oppenheimer
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role
Bradley Cooper – Maestro
Colman Domingo – Rustin
Paul Giamatti – The Holdovers
Cillian Murphy – Oppenheimer
Jeffrey Wright – American Fiction
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role
Annette Bening – Nyad
Lily Gladstone – Killers of the Flower Moon
Carey Mulligan – Maestro
Margot Robbie – Barbie
Emma Stone – Poor Things
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role
Sterling K. Brown – American Fiction
Willem Dafoe – Poor Things
Robert De Niro – Killers of the Flower Moon
Robert Downey Jr. – Oppenheimer
Ryan Gosling – Barbie
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role
Emily Blunt – Oppenheimer
Danielle Brooks – The Color Purple
Penelope Cruz – Ferrari
Jodie Foster – Nyad
Da’Vine Joy Randolph – The Holdovers
Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series
The Crown
The Gilded Age
The Last of Us
The Morning Show
Succession
Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series
Abbot Elementary
Barry
The Bear
Only Murders in the Building
Ted Lasso
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series
Brian Cox – Succession
Billy Crudup – The Morning Show
Kieran Culkin – Succession
Matthew Macfadyen – Succession
Pedro Pascal – The Last of Us
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series
Jennifer Aniston – The Morning Show
Elizabeth Debicki – The Crown
Bella Ramsey – The Last of Us
Keri Russell – The Diplomat
Sarah Snook – Succession
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series
Alex Borstein – The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Rachel Brosnahan – The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Quinta Brunson – Abbott Elementary
Ayo Edebiri – The Bear
Hannah Waddingham – Ted Lasso
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series
Brett Goldstein – Ted Lasso
Bill Hader – Barry
Ebon Moss-Bachrach – The Bear
Jason Sudeikis – Ted Lasso
Jeremy Allen White – The Bear
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Movie or Limited Series
Uzo Aduba – Painkiller
Kathryn Hahn – Tiny Beautiful Things
Brie Larson – Lessons in Chemistry
Bel Powley – A Small Light
Ali Wong – Beef
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Movie or Limited Series
Matt Bomer – Fellow Travelers
Jon Hamm – Fargo
David Oyelowo – Lawmen: Bass Reeves
Tony Shalhoub – Mr. Monk’s Last Case: A Monk Movie
Steven Yeun – Beef
Outstanding Action Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Television Series
Ahsoka
Barry
Beef
The Last of Us
The Mandalorian
Outstanding Action Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Motion Picture
Barbie
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