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AFI Awards: Creators Celebrate Uniquely
10 Jan
Summary
- AFI Awards honored entire creative teams, not individual winners.
- The event recognized 10 films and 10 television programs.
- Ethan Hawke, George Clooney, and Leonardo DiCaprio attended.
The American Film Institute (AFI) held its exclusive AFI Awards luncheon on January 9, 2026, shifting the focus from competition to peer appreciation. This unique ceremony gathers influential creators at the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills to acknowledge their contributions to the arts, celebrating entire teams rather than sole winners.
The 2026 AFI Motion Pictures of the Year selection showcased a broad array of ambitious filmmaking. Among the ten recognized films were major releases like "Avatar: Fire and Ash" and "Wicked: For Good," alongside acclaimed dramas such as "One Battle After Another" and "Sinners."
Television was equally honored, with the AFI 10 Programs of the Year highlighting both returning series and new impactful shows. "Andor" and "Severance" were among the distinguished programs. A special award was also presented to "It Was Just an Accident" for its singular artistic merit.
