Overview
- 'Anora,' written by Sean Baker, won Best Original Screenplay, completing a major awards season trifecta for the filmmaker.
- 'Nickel Boys,' adapted from Colson Whitehead's novel, earned the Best Adapted Screenplay award for RaMell Ross and Joslyn Barnes.
- In television, 'Shōgun' dominated with wins for Best Drama Series, Best New Series, and Best Episodic Drama for the episode 'Anjin.'
- 'Hacks' reclaimed its title as Best Comedy Series, and 'The Penguin' was recognized as Best Limited Series.
- The ceremony spotlighted industry issues, including concerns over AI usage in scriptwriting and the aftermath of Southern California wildfires affecting writers.