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Chelsea Handler Hosts 2026 Critics Choice Awards
3 Jan
Summary
- The 31st annual Critics Choice Awards will air live on January 4, 2026.
- Chelsea Handler will host the prestigious event in Santa Monica.
- Sinners leads film nominations with 17, Adolescence leads TV with six.
The 31st annual Critics Choice Awards are scheduled for January 4, 2026, marking the first major award ceremony of the new year. Comedian and actress Chelsea Handler will host the event, which celebrates both film and television achievements. The ceremony will be broadcast live on the E! Network from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. ET / 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. PT.
"Sinners" leads the film categories with an impressive 17 nominations, while "Adolescence" has secured six nominations in the television categories. This year's ceremony also introduces four new categories: Best Variety Series, Best Stunt Design, Best Casting and Ensemble, and Best Sound. A star-studded list of nominees, including Ariana Grande and Timothée Chalamet, are expected to attend.
For those unable to watch live, the event will be available for streaming on Peacock starting January 5, 2026. Various streaming options are available to watch the E! Network live, including DIRECTV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV, some offering free trials.
