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Golden Globes 2026: ‘The Brutalist’ wins best drama, ‘Emilia Perez’ takes top comedy honors

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January 11, 2026 (Updated: January 21, 2026) 3 Center Positive General
Golden Globes 2026: ‘The Brutalist’ wins best drama, ‘Emilia Perez’ takes top comedy honors

TheWkly Analysis

The 83rd Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills crowned “The Brutalist” as best motion picture drama and awarded Adrien Brody best actor in a drama. “Emilia Perez” won best musical or comedy film, and Karla Sofia Gascon took best actress in that category. On the television side, “Shogun” won best drama series while “Hacks” claimed best comedy series. The ceremony featured A-list attendees and celebrity monologues, with speeches that touched on politics and the state of the entertainment industry. The Golden Globes are widely seen as a key early signal in the annual awards season leading up to the Oscars.

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What this means for you:
Golden Globe wins often shape which films and shows get extra attention, which can influence what platforms promote or what audiences watch next. The event also reflects cultural trends, especially when speeches highlight political or industry issues.

Key Entities

  • The Brutalist - Film (won best drama)
  • Emilia Perez - Film (won best musical/comedy)
  • Adrien Brody - Actor (won best drama actor)
  • Karla Sofia Gascon - Actress (won best comedy/musical actress)
  • Shogun - TV series (won best drama series)
  • Hacks - TV series (won best comedy series)

Bias Distribution

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Multi-Perspective Analysis

Left-Leaning View

Highlights representation and cultural messaging; frames winners as reflecting shifting industry priorities.

Centrist View

Provides a straightforward winners rundown and notable moments; treats it as an awards-season indicator.

Right-Leaning View

Critiques Hollywood spectacle and celebrity politics; downplays the event’s relevance to everyday viewers.

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