As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
The first time this milestone occurred was in 2017, when del Toro won for “The Shape of Water” alongside nominees Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, Christopher Nolan, and Martin McDonagh.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
The first time this milestone occurred was in 2017, when del Toro won for “The Shape of Water” alongside nominees Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, Christopher Nolan, and Martin McDonagh.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
The prestigious theatrical feature film category included Paul Thomas Anderson for “One Battle After Another,” Ryan Coogler for “Sinners,” Guillermo del Toro for “Frankenstein,” Josh Safdie for “Marty Supreme,” and Chloé Zhao for “Hamnet.”
The first time this milestone occurred was in 2017, when del Toro won for “The Shape of Water” alongside nominees Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, Christopher Nolan, and Martin McDonagh.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
The prestigious theatrical feature film category included Paul Thomas Anderson for “One Battle After Another,” Ryan Coogler for “Sinners,” Guillermo del Toro for “Frankenstein,” Josh Safdie for “Marty Supreme,” and Chloé Zhao for “Hamnet.”
The first time this milestone occurred was in 2017, when del Toro won for “The Shape of Water” alongside nominees Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, Christopher Nolan, and Martin McDonagh.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
This year’s film nominees represent only the second time in DGA history that a majority of nominees in the organization’s top category come from underrepresented communities.
The prestigious theatrical feature film category included Paul Thomas Anderson for “One Battle After Another,” Ryan Coogler for “Sinners,” Guillermo del Toro for “Frankenstein,” Josh Safdie for “Marty Supreme,” and Chloé Zhao for “Hamnet.”
The first time this milestone occurred was in 2017, when del Toro won for “The Shape of Water” alongside nominees Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, Christopher Nolan, and Martin McDonagh.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
This year’s film nominees represent only the second time in DGA history that a majority of nominees in the organization’s top category come from underrepresented communities.
The prestigious theatrical feature film category included Paul Thomas Anderson for “One Battle After Another,” Ryan Coogler for “Sinners,” Guillermo del Toro for “Frankenstein,” Josh Safdie for “Marty Supreme,” and Chloé Zhao for “Hamnet.”
The first time this milestone occurred was in 2017, when del Toro won for “The Shape of Water” alongside nominees Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, Christopher Nolan, and Martin McDonagh.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Historic Representation in the Director’s Chair
This year’s film nominees represent only the second time in DGA history that a majority of nominees in the organization’s top category come from underrepresented communities.
The prestigious theatrical feature film category included Paul Thomas Anderson for “One Battle After Another,” Ryan Coogler for “Sinners,” Guillermo del Toro for “Frankenstein,” Josh Safdie for “Marty Supreme,” and Chloé Zhao for “Hamnet.”
The first time this milestone occurred was in 2017, when del Toro won for “The Shape of Water” alongside nominees Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, Christopher Nolan, and Martin McDonagh.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Historic Representation in the Director’s Chair
This year’s film nominees represent only the second time in DGA history that a majority of nominees in the organization’s top category come from underrepresented communities.
The prestigious theatrical feature film category included Paul Thomas Anderson for “One Battle After Another,” Ryan Coogler for “Sinners,” Guillermo del Toro for “Frankenstein,” Josh Safdie for “Marty Supreme,” and Chloé Zhao for “Hamnet.”
The first time this milestone occurred was in 2017, when del Toro won for “The Shape of Water” alongside nominees Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, Christopher Nolan, and Martin McDonagh.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
But beyond the laughs, this year’s ceremony marked a pivotal moment for Hollywood diversity and offered crucial insight into which directors might claim Oscar gold.
Historic Representation in the Director’s Chair
This year’s film nominees represent only the second time in DGA history that a majority of nominees in the organization’s top category come from underrepresented communities.
The prestigious theatrical feature film category included Paul Thomas Anderson for “One Battle After Another,” Ryan Coogler for “Sinners,” Guillermo del Toro for “Frankenstein,” Josh Safdie for “Marty Supreme,” and Chloé Zhao for “Hamnet.”
The first time this milestone occurred was in 2017, when del Toro won for “The Shape of Water” alongside nominees Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, Christopher Nolan, and Martin McDonagh.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
But beyond the laughs, this year’s ceremony marked a pivotal moment for Hollywood diversity and offered crucial insight into which directors might claim Oscar gold.
Historic Representation in the Director’s Chair
This year’s film nominees represent only the second time in DGA history that a majority of nominees in the organization’s top category come from underrepresented communities.
The prestigious theatrical feature film category included Paul Thomas Anderson for “One Battle After Another,” Ryan Coogler for “Sinners,” Guillermo del Toro for “Frankenstein,” Josh Safdie for “Marty Supreme,” and Chloé Zhao for “Hamnet.”
The first time this milestone occurred was in 2017, when del Toro won for “The Shape of Water” alongside nominees Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, Christopher Nolan, and Martin McDonagh.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Host Kumail Nanjiani set the tone with sharp humor, joking, “Welcome to the DGA Awards. It’s like if a movie was just the credits!”
But beyond the laughs, this year’s ceremony marked a pivotal moment for Hollywood diversity and offered crucial insight into which directors might claim Oscar gold.
Historic Representation in the Director’s Chair
This year’s film nominees represent only the second time in DGA history that a majority of nominees in the organization’s top category come from underrepresented communities.
The prestigious theatrical feature film category included Paul Thomas Anderson for “One Battle After Another,” Ryan Coogler for “Sinners,” Guillermo del Toro for “Frankenstein,” Josh Safdie for “Marty Supreme,” and Chloé Zhao for “Hamnet.”
The first time this milestone occurred was in 2017, when del Toro won for “The Shape of Water” alongside nominees Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, Christopher Nolan, and Martin McDonagh.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
Host Kumail Nanjiani set the tone with sharp humor, joking, “Welcome to the DGA Awards. It’s like if a movie was just the credits!”
But beyond the laughs, this year’s ceremony marked a pivotal moment for Hollywood diversity and offered crucial insight into which directors might claim Oscar gold.
Historic Representation in the Director’s Chair
This year’s film nominees represent only the second time in DGA history that a majority of nominees in the organization’s top category come from underrepresented communities.
The prestigious theatrical feature film category included Paul Thomas Anderson for “One Battle After Another,” Ryan Coogler for “Sinners,” Guillermo del Toro for “Frankenstein,” Josh Safdie for “Marty Supreme,” and Chloé Zhao for “Hamnet.”
The first time this milestone occurred was in 2017, when del Toro won for “The Shape of Water” alongside nominees Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, Christopher Nolan, and Martin McDonagh.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
At the 78th annual DGA Awards in Los Angeles, the guild honored outstanding directorial achievements across film and television in a ceremony that’s historically been one of the most accurate predictors of Academy Award success.
Host Kumail Nanjiani set the tone with sharp humor, joking, “Welcome to the DGA Awards. It’s like if a movie was just the credits!”
But beyond the laughs, this year’s ceremony marked a pivotal moment for Hollywood diversity and offered crucial insight into which directors might claim Oscar gold.
Historic Representation in the Director’s Chair
This year’s film nominees represent only the second time in DGA history that a majority of nominees in the organization’s top category come from underrepresented communities.
The prestigious theatrical feature film category included Paul Thomas Anderson for “One Battle After Another,” Ryan Coogler for “Sinners,” Guillermo del Toro for “Frankenstein,” Josh Safdie for “Marty Supreme,” and Chloé Zhao for “Hamnet.”
The first time this milestone occurred was in 2017, when del Toro won for “The Shape of Water” alongside nominees Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, Christopher Nolan, and Martin McDonagh.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
At the 78th annual DGA Awards in Los Angeles, the guild honored outstanding directorial achievements across film and television in a ceremony that’s historically been one of the most accurate predictors of Academy Award success.
Host Kumail Nanjiani set the tone with sharp humor, joking, “Welcome to the DGA Awards. It’s like if a movie was just the credits!”
But beyond the laughs, this year’s ceremony marked a pivotal moment for Hollywood diversity and offered crucial insight into which directors might claim Oscar gold.
Historic Representation in the Director’s Chair
This year’s film nominees represent only the second time in DGA history that a majority of nominees in the organization’s top category come from underrepresented communities.
The prestigious theatrical feature film category included Paul Thomas Anderson for “One Battle After Another,” Ryan Coogler for “Sinners,” Guillermo del Toro for “Frankenstein,” Josh Safdie for “Marty Supreme,” and Chloé Zhao for “Hamnet.”
The first time this milestone occurred was in 2017, when del Toro won for “The Shape of Water” alongside nominees Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, Christopher Nolan, and Martin McDonagh.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
The Directors Guild of America just delivered its verdict on the year’s best filmmaking—and the results could reshape the entire Oscar race.
At the 78th annual DGA Awards in Los Angeles, the guild honored outstanding directorial achievements across film and television in a ceremony that’s historically been one of the most accurate predictors of Academy Award success.
Host Kumail Nanjiani set the tone with sharp humor, joking, “Welcome to the DGA Awards. It’s like if a movie was just the credits!”
But beyond the laughs, this year’s ceremony marked a pivotal moment for Hollywood diversity and offered crucial insight into which directors might claim Oscar gold.
Historic Representation in the Director’s Chair
This year’s film nominees represent only the second time in DGA history that a majority of nominees in the organization’s top category come from underrepresented communities.
The prestigious theatrical feature film category included Paul Thomas Anderson for “One Battle After Another,” Ryan Coogler for “Sinners,” Guillermo del Toro for “Frankenstein,” Josh Safdie for “Marty Supreme,” and Chloé Zhao for “Hamnet.”
The first time this milestone occurred was in 2017, when del Toro won for “The Shape of Water” alongside nominees Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, Christopher Nolan, and Martin McDonagh.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
The Directors Guild of America just delivered its verdict on the year’s best filmmaking—and the results could reshape the entire Oscar race.
At the 78th annual DGA Awards in Los Angeles, the guild honored outstanding directorial achievements across film and television in a ceremony that’s historically been one of the most accurate predictors of Academy Award success.
Host Kumail Nanjiani set the tone with sharp humor, joking, “Welcome to the DGA Awards. It’s like if a movie was just the credits!”
But beyond the laughs, this year’s ceremony marked a pivotal moment for Hollywood diversity and offered crucial insight into which directors might claim Oscar gold.
Historic Representation in the Director’s Chair
This year’s film nominees represent only the second time in DGA history that a majority of nominees in the organization’s top category come from underrepresented communities.
The prestigious theatrical feature film category included Paul Thomas Anderson for “One Battle After Another,” Ryan Coogler for “Sinners,” Guillermo del Toro for “Frankenstein,” Josh Safdie for “Marty Supreme,” and Chloé Zhao for “Hamnet.”
The first time this milestone occurred was in 2017, when del Toro won for “The Shape of Water” alongside nominees Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, Christopher Nolan, and Martin McDonagh.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.
The Directors Guild of America just delivered its verdict on the year’s best filmmaking—and the results could reshape the entire Oscar race.
At the 78th annual DGA Awards in Los Angeles, the guild honored outstanding directorial achievements across film and television in a ceremony that’s historically been one of the most accurate predictors of Academy Award success.
Host Kumail Nanjiani set the tone with sharp humor, joking, “Welcome to the DGA Awards. It’s like if a movie was just the credits!”
But beyond the laughs, this year’s ceremony marked a pivotal moment for Hollywood diversity and offered crucial insight into which directors might claim Oscar gold.
Historic Representation in the Director’s Chair
This year’s film nominees represent only the second time in DGA history that a majority of nominees in the organization’s top category come from underrepresented communities.
The prestigious theatrical feature film category included Paul Thomas Anderson for “One Battle After Another,” Ryan Coogler for “Sinners,” Guillermo del Toro for “Frankenstein,” Josh Safdie for “Marty Supreme,” and Chloé Zhao for “Hamnet.”
The first time this milestone occurred was in 2017, when del Toro won for “The Shape of Water” alongside nominees Greta Gerwig, Jordan Peele, Christopher Nolan, and Martin McDonagh.
Leonardo DiCaprio presented Anderson with his DGA medallion, while Michael B. Jordan honored Coogler—a testament to the deep collaborative relationships these directors foster with their cast.
Why the DGA Award Matters for Oscar Night
The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film isn’t just another trophy.
Since its inception, the DGA has correctly predicted the Academy Award winner for best director in all but eight instances. That’s an astonishing accuracy rate that makes Hollywood insiders pay close attention.
The most recent divergence happened in 2019, when Sam Mendes won the DGA Award for “1917” but lost the Oscar to Bong Joon Ho for “Parasite.”
Last year, Sean Baker claimed the DGA’s top honor for “Anora,” which subsequently secured four Academy Awards including best picture, best director, best original screenplay, and best film editing.
Anderson’s Dominance Sets Up Oscar Showdown
Going into the ceremony, Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” had already accumulated 35 critics and guild prizes for best picture.
The film achieved something extraordinarily rare: a complete sweep of all four major critics prizes—National Board of Review, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, and National Society of Film Critics.
Only four films in history have accomplished this feat:
- “Schindler’s List” (1993) – Won best picture Oscar
- “L.A. Confidential” (1997) – Lost to “Titanic”
- “The Social Network” (2010) – Lost to “The King’s Speech”
- “One Battle After Another” (2025) – Oscar fate TBD
In directing race specifically, Anderson has been equally dominant with 32 wins to date, while Coogler trails with 19.
The Oscar-DGA Disconnect
Interestingly, “Frankenstein” director Guillermo del Toro received a DGA nomination but failed to garner an Oscar nomination.
“Sentimental Value” director Joachim Trier earned the Academy slot instead, highlighting occasional divergences between the two organizations’ tastes.
When examining best picture history, DGA nomination remains vital. Only two films—”Driving Miss Daisy” (1989) and “CODA” (2022)—have won the Academy Award for best picture without receiving a DGA nomination.
Meanwhile, six films have claimed top Oscar prize without earning an Academy Award nomination for directing: “Wings” (1927), “Grand Hotel” (1932), “Driving Miss Daisy,” “Argo” (2012), “Green Book” (2018), and “CODA.”
Television Honors Spread Across Platforms
In television categories, “The Pitt” and “The Bear” led individual series with two nominations each.
“Saturday Night Live” topped all franchises with three nominations via different “SNL50” entities: “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” and documentary series “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
Amanda Marsalis won dramatic series honors for directing “The Pitt” episode “6:00 PM,” even beating out the show’s executive producer John Wells, who was also nominated.
Liz Patrick kicked off evening’s wins by landing honors in variety category for directing “SNL50: The Anniversary Special.”
Full TV Winners List
- Dramatic Series: Amanda Marsalis, “The Pitt”
- Limited/Anthology Series: Shannon Murphy, “Dying for Sex”
- Variety: Liz Patrick, “SNL50: The Anniversary Special”
- Reality/Quiz and Game: Mike Sweeney, “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
What This Means for Oscar Predictions
DGA president Christopher Nolan, himself an Oscar winner, emphasized the significance of these honors when announcing nominees in January.
We could not be prouder to recognize the incredible work of this year’s nominees for their dedication to the art of filmmaking. On behalf of the entire Guild community, I extend my congratulations to these directors on this achievement, and we look forward to celebrating your work at the DGA Awards.
With Anderson’s critical sweep and the DGA’s historically accurate track record, Oscar watchers now have their clearest signal yet about who might take home directing honors at the Academy Awards.
But as Mendes’ 2019 loss to Bong Joon Ho proved, nothing’s guaranteed until the envelope opens.
The ceremony also presented two special service honors: David Charles received Franklin J. Schaffner Achievement Award for extraordinary service to profession and DGA, while Gregory G. McCollum received Frank Capra Achievement Award recognizing notable career achievement and outstanding guild service.
As voting begins for Academy Awards, one thing remains certain: whoever claims DGA’s top theatrical prize enters Oscar night as undeniable frontrunner.