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The organizers of the cinema and television awards have announced the schedule for the 2026 awards season, with events starting early with the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) Awards on January 8, followed by the Golden Reel Awards for sound editing on the same day.
Key dates include the announcement of the BAFTA Television Awards nominations on January 24, the Satellite Awards postponed to January 28, and the BET Awards ceremony also moved from June to January 28.
Other Notable Award Dates
- January 8: Primetime Emmy Awards Nominations
- January 15: Critics Choice Super Awards Nominations
- February 6: Critics Choice Super Awards Ceremony
- February 17: Academy of Country Music Awards
- January 28: Scientific and Technical Awards Presentation Ceremony
These dates come as part of a busy awards season featuring a wide range of events celebrating cinematic and television achievements, with ongoing updates to award dates and nominations.
Background and Significance of the Season
The awards season is an opportunity to honor the best artistic, acting, and technical works in the film and television industry. It serves as an important indicator of artistic trends and successes achieved by works throughout the year. These awards also play a role in enhancing the status of artists and producers and drawing attention to outstanding projects.
It is noted that some events have experienced schedule changes, such as the Satellite Awards and BET Awards, to avoid conflicts with other events like the Los Angeles Marathon, which has been moved up to March 8, 2026.
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