2026 DGA Awards: Full List of 78th Annual Winners
The 78th Annual Directors Guild of America (DGA) Awards took place recently, serving as a key indicator in the 2026 awards season. The event recognized the outstanding achievements of filmmakers and directors, and it featured a competitive lineup in various categories.
2026 DGA Awards: Major Highlights
Paul Thomas Anderson claimed the prestigious Theatrical Feature Film award for his work on “One Battle After Another.” He received this honor from last year’s winner, Sean Baker, who directed “Anora.” Other notable nominees included Ryan Coogler for “Sinners” and Guillermo del Toro for “Frankenstein.”
First-Time Directors Make Their Mark
The DGA also celebrated new talent in the industry. The First-Time Theatrical Feature Film category saw Charlie Polinger win for “The Plague.” Other competitors included Hasan Hadi with “The President’s Cake” and Eva Victor with “Sorry, Baby.”
Television Categories Showcase Diverse Talent
The awards ceremony included various categories highlighting both dramatic and comedic series.
- Dramatic Series Winner: Amanda Marsalis for “The Pitt”
- Comedy Series Winner: Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg for “The Studio”
- Limited & Anthology Series Winner: Shannon Murphy for “Dying for Sex”
- Movies for Television Winner: Stephen Chbosky for “Nonnas”
Other Notable Winners
Highlights from the awards also included recognition in the sports and reality categories:
- Sports Winner: Matthew Gangl for the 2025 World Series
- Reality – Quiz & Game Winner: Mike Sweeney for “Conan O’Brien Must Go”
Documentary and Commercials
The documentary categories showcased impactful storytelling. Mstyslav Chernov won for “2000 Meters to Andriivk.” The commercials category awarded Kim Gehrig for her creative work.
The DGA Awards act as a barometer for the forthcoming Oscars, influencing the momentum for various filmmakers and their projects. This year’s winners exemplified both established auteurs and emerging voices within the film industry.
