Golden Globes: Unexpected Snubs for ‘Wicked,’ ‘Superman,’ and More
The 2026 Golden Globe nominations have unveiled a mix of expected favorites and surprising omissions. This year’s list features notable snubs, particularly in the film and television categories.
Major Snubs in Film Nominations
- “Wicked: For Good” and “Jay Kelly” both failed to secure best picture nominations despite being crowd-pleasers.
- Sydney Sweeney was overlooked for her role in “Christy”, potentially due to the film’s underwhelming box office performance.
- Bradley Cooper’s latest film, “Is This Thing On?”, received no nominations, including for Laura Dern’s acclaimed performance.
- The superhero film “Superman” did not make the cut for the box office achievement category, raising questions about eligibility for the genre.
Unexpected Nominations
- Jacob Elordi received acting nominations for both “Frankenstein” and the Australian miniseries “The Narrow Road to the Deep North.”
- Eva Victor earned a nomination for her performance in the indie film “Sorry, Baby.”
- Amanda Seyfried received dual nominations, including one for her work on the miniseries “Long Bright River.”
Television Snubs and Surprises
- “The Gilded Age”, despite a celebrated cast, failed to receive any nominations.
- Kathryn Bigelow’s political thriller “A House of Dynamite” did not attract sufficient attention from voters.
- Helen Mirren continued her awards presence with a nomination for “MobLand.”
Podcast Nominations and Other Notables
- No podcast nominees stood out this year, with notable figures like Joe Rogan and Ben Shapiro left out.
- “Blue Moon” received a nod for best motion picture, while Rachel Sennott was omitted for “I Love LA.”
- Surprisingly, “KPop Demon Hunters” was recognized for box office achievement without a traditional release.
- Ashley Walters garnered a nomination for her soulful role in “Adolescence.”
Conclusion
The 2026 Golden Globe nominations reflect both unexpected surprises and notable omissions across various categories. As the awards ceremony approaches, the entertainment community is abuzz with discussions about these selections.
