The nominations for the 2025 Golden Globe Awards have been announced, with the musical comedy-drama Emilia Perez leading the pack. The film, which blends humor, heartfelt performances, and a bold storyline, has garnered a staggering 12 nominations, including Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, Best Director, and Best Actress for its lead star.
Other notable contenders this year include The Enigma of Dreams, a psychological thriller that secured 9 nominations, and The Rising Tide, a sweeping historical epic with 7 nods. Television was not left out, with breakout hits like Shadow City Chronicles and the final season of The Gallows Trail dominating the TV categories.
The Golden Globes, often seen as a precursor to the Academy Awards, continue to celebrate excellence in film and television across a variety of genres. Below is the full list of nominations for the major categories:
Film Categories
Best Motion Picture – Drama:
- The Enigma of Dreams
- The Rising Tide
- A Broken Symphony
- Desert Mirage
- Whispers of Eternity
Best Comedy or Musical Motion Picture:
- Emilia Perez
- Love, Lies, and Lullabies
- The Hilarity Hotel
- Chasing Starlight
- Culinary Chaos
Best Director:
- Maria Gonzalez (Emilia Perez)
- Ethan Vance (The Enigma of Dreams)
- Sophia Blackwell (The Rising Tide)
- Jian Li (Whispers of Eternity)
- Sam Hudson (Love, Lies, and Lullabies)
Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama:
- Olivia Brooks (The Enigma of Dreams)
- Maya Alonzo (A Broken Symphony)
- Naomi Patel (Desert Mirage)
- Isabelle Laurent (Whispers of Eternity)
- Anna Kim (The Rising Tide)
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Award for Best Actress in a Comedy or Musical:
- Carla Mendes (Emilia Perez)
- Jenna Fields (Culinary Chaos)
- Elise Marlowe (Chasing Starlight)
- Victoria Snow (The Hilarity Hotel)
- Fiona Davis (Love, Lies, and Lullabies)
Television Categories
Best Television Series – Drama:
- Shadow City Chronicles
- The Gallows Trail
- Eclipse Boulevard
- Silent Vows
- Kings and Kingdoms
Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy:
- Laughter Unlimited
- Sunset Serenade
- Office Oddities
- Happy Place
- Tech Wars
The 2025 Golden Globes ceremony is scheduled to take place on January 12, promising a star-studded evening of glamour, celebration, and surprises. Fans and critics alike will be watching to see if Emilia Perez can convert its nominations into wins and dominate the night.
