Films & Shows Nominated at the Golden Globes That Are Actually Worth Watching

They were all nominated, but what’s worth binging?

The Golden Globes are back baby!

The 83^rd Golden Globe Awards were an annual awards ceremony celebrating the best in film and American TV productions from 2025.

The nominations for 2026 brought a mix of deep dramas, laugh-out-loud comedies, must-watch animated films, and bingeable TV series.

We’re talking the perfect picks for your watchlist, whether you’re procrastinating on an essay or just winding down after class.

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Top films you should queue up.

Hamnet.

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This year’s Best Motion Picture – Drama, Hamnet is a beautifully shot, powerful drama about family, legacy and grief. If you love emotionally rich storytelling, thoughtful performances (and Paul Mescal!) this is a must-watch.

It follows William Shakespear (Paul Mescal) and his wife Agnes (Jessie Buckley) who celebrate the birth of their son, Hamnet. However, when tragedy strikes and Hamnet dies at a young age, it inspires Shakespear to write his masterpiece “Hamlet.”

Currently available to watch in theatres.

One Battle After Another.

This black comedy action thriller written, co-produced and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson brings a flurry of emotions with a stellar cast.

After a washed up revolutionary, living off the grid with his daughter Willa, finds out his evil nemesis has resurfaced and his daughter has gone missing, the former radical rushes to find her as they both battle the consequences of their past.

Blending wit with intensity and featuring big names like Leonardo DiCaprio and Teyana Taylor, this is a film that will have you wanting to talk about it the second the credits roll.

Currently available to stream on HBO Max.

Sinners.

Part horror, part period drama, this vampire tale got multiple nominations and buzz. Featuring a killer soundtrack, insane visuals and some incredible performances from an all-star cast, this movie has everything to sink your teeth into.

Twin brothers (both played by Michael B Jordan) try to leave their troubled lives behind and return to their hometown in Mississippi to start again – only to be met with an evil that is greater than anything they could have imagined.

Currently available to stream on HBO Max.

Frankenstein.

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Guillermo del Toro’s take on the classic story mixes fantasy with intense emotion.

It’s an easy flick to jump into and it’s currently available to stream on Netflix. Perfect for those who love horror laced with intricate costume design and special effects makeup.

Starring Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth and Oscar Isaac, this film follows the egotistical Victor Frankenstein (Oscar Isaac) as he tries his hand at bringing his Creation (Jacob Elordi) to life.

Elordi delivers a killer performance with a ton of chemistry alongside Mia Goth.

Fun fact – Jacob Elordi had to sit for 10 to 11 hours daily for his full-body transformation into the Creature. The whole process involved 42 separate prosthetic pieces.

Currently available to stream on Netflix.

Marty Supreme.

This movie was a standout in the musical/comedy category thanks to its infectious energy and Timothee Chalamet’s charismatic breakout performance, winning him Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.

Directed by Josh Safdie (Uncut Gems, Good Time, If I Had Legs I'd Kick You), this movie follows young table-tennis player Marty Mauser as he pursues his dream of becoming a champion.

Inspired by the real-life table tennis legend, Marty Reisman although this movie is a fictionalised version, not a biopic.

Currently available to watch in theatres.

KPop Demon Hunters.

While the medium may be misleading, it’s not just for animation lovers! This title picked up awards for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song.

This movie is about the K-pop girl group HUNTR/X (Rumi, Mira, Zoey) who secretly fight demons using their music, protecting fans from supernatural threats while navigating fame, blending K-pop, action, and Korean mythology.

Featuring beautiful animation, an incredibly catchy soundtrack and a ton of fun characters alongside a well-written story.

Currently available to stream on Netflix.

TV shows worth your time.

The Pitt.

Awarded Best Drama Series with standout performances, this medical drama will keep you hooked with its intense hospital scenes and personal stories.

It’s a realistic examination of the challenges facing healthcare workers in America, seen through the eyes of frontline workers in a modern-day hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Fun fact, the writers for this show actually got in contact with real doctors to make the dialogue feel more realistic and impactful of what an ER is actually like.

Currently available to stream on HBO Max.

The Studio.

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Taking home Best Comedy Series, this sharp Hollywood satire mixes meta humour with hilarious characters. Perfect if you like shows that poke fun at the absurdity that is Hollywood and the entertainment industry.

Matt Remick (Seth Rogen) is the newly apponted head of Continental Studios. Desperate for celebrity approval, he and his executive team try to juggle corporate demands with their own creative ambitions.

Currently available to stream on Apple TV+.

Adolescence.

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A hit among critics and audiences, this impactful drama won multiple Golden Globes in limited series categories. With everyone episode filmed in one continuous shot, this show is not one to miss.

A family’s world is shattered when 13-year-old Jamie Miller is arrested for murdering a schoolmate.

Currently available to stream on Netflix.

Abbott Elementary.

Already a big fan favourite, this comedy about teachers at Abbott Elementary primary school navigate school and teaching life. This is the perfect show to binge for something that’s easy to watch with a lot of laughs and heart.

Created by Quinta Brunson – who you probably recognise from the 2014 era of Buzzfeed – it follows a group of teachers and a slightly tone-deaf principal working at a public school in Philadelphia.

Currently available to stream on ABC iView or Disney+.

Severance.

This mind-bending in the drama category is the perfect show to binge if you’re into clever sci-fi with real emotional stakes and intricate plot points that will probably leave you with more questions than answers.

The show follows a group of office workers who have undergone a process called “the severance procedure” where their memories are split into two – who they are at work and who they are after they leave the office.

Shrouded in mystery, the main character Mark (Adam Scott) discovers that what they’re doing at the company they work for is a lot more disturbing than they thought possible.

Currently available to stream on Apple TV+.

Only Murders in the Building.

When a grisly death occurs inside their exclusive Upper West Side apartment building, three strangers suspects murder and employs their precise knowledge of true crime to investigate the truth.

This fun, star-packed comedy whodunit is great for lighter viewing or late-night study breaks. Featuring Selena Gomez, Martin Short and Steve Martin.

Currently available to stream on Disney+.

From thoughtful dramas to hilarious comedies and animated adventures – there’s something for every mood with this year’s Golden Globe nominations.

Plus, these titles are currently available to watch in cinemas or on major streaming platforms to stream or rent.

With all the buzz from this year’s Golden Globes – were there any shows or movies you think got snubbed?