2026 Directors Guild Awards: Complete List of Winners

The 2026 Directors Guild Awards (DGA Awards) celebrated the outstanding achievements of film, television, and commercial directors over the past year. This year’s ceremony took place at the Beverly Hilton and was hosted by Kumail Nanjiani. The event highlighted significant talents within the industry, featuring nominees for the prestigious directorial achievement award in theatrical feature film.

Key Winners and Highlights

Paul Thomas Anderson won the award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film for his work on *One Battle After Another*. Notable nominees included Ryan Coogler (*Sinners*), Guillermo Del Toro (*Frankenstein*), Josh Safdie (*Marty Supreme*), and Chloé Zhao (*Hamnet*). This particular accolade is often seen as a precursor to the Academy Awards.

• Winner: Paul Thomas Anderson, *One Battle After Another*
• Nominees:
  • Ryan Coogler, *Sinners*
  • Guillermo Del Toro, *Frankenstein*
  • Josh Safdie, *Marty Supreme*
  • Chloé Zhao, *Hamnet*

Emotional Acceptance and Tributes

During his acceptance speech, Anderson expressed profound gratitude and included a tribute to his late colleague Adam Somner, who passed away in November 2024. Anderson referred to the award as an “incredible honor,” sharing the moment with his directing team.

Special Awards and First-Time Filmmakers

The ceremony also recognized first-time feature filmmakers and included awards in various television categories. David Charles and Gregory McCollum received special honors for their contributions as associate director/stage manager and assistant director, respectively.

Female Directors Shine

The night was notable for the recognition of female directors, with significant wins across five categories. This trend highlights the growing representation of women in directing roles within the industry.

Complete List of DGA Awards Winners

Below is a detailed list of notable categories and winners from the 2026 DGA Awards:

Theatrical Feature Film

• Paul Thomas Anderson, *One Battle After Another* (Winner)
• Ryan Coogler, *Sinners*
• Guillermo Del Toro, *Frankenstein*
• Josh Safdie, *Marty Supreme*
• Chloé Zhao, *Hamnet*

First-Time Feature Film

• Charlie Polinger, *The Plague* (Winner)
• Hasan Hadi, *The President’s Cake*
• Harry Lighton, *Pillion*
• Alex Russell, *Lurker*
• Eva Victor, *Sorry, Baby*

Dramatic Series

• Amanda Marsalis, *The Pitt*, “6:00 p.m.” (Winner)
• Liza Johnson, *The Diplomat*, “Amagansett”
• Janus Metz, *Andor*, “Who Are You?”
• Ben Stiller, *Severance*, “Cold Harbor”

Comedy Series

• Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg, *The Studio*, “The Oner” (Winner)
• Lucia Aniello, *Hacks*, “A Slippery Slope”
• Christopher Storer, *The Bear*, “Bears”

The DGA Awards remain a significant event in Hollywood, reflecting excellence in directing and setting the stage for upcoming awards like the Oscars. For the full list of winners and further coverage, visit Filmogaz.com.