Cinema Audio Society Announces 2026 CAS Awards Winners
The 62nd annual Cinema Audio Society (CAS) Awards celebrated remarkable achievements in sound mixing for film and television. Among the notable winners for 2026 were Warner Bros’ *F1: The Movie* and Netflix’s *KPop Demon Hunters*. These productions were honored for their excellence in sound across different categories.
Major Winners of the 2026 CAS Awards
*F1: The Movie*, featuring Brad Pitt, clinched the Live Action Motion Picture award. This film recently achieved accolades at the BAFTA Film Awards. It is also a contender for the upcoming Oscars, where it is nominated for Best Sound.
In the realm of animated films, *KPop Demon Hunters* stood out, contributing to its impressive awards tally, which includes a sweep of the Annie Awards.
Television Honors
On the television front, HBO Max’s *The Pitt* won the One Hour Series category. Meanwhile, Apple TV’s *The Studio* took home the Half Hour Series award. Netflix also enjoyed success with its series *Adolescence*, securing the Non-Theatrical Motion Picture or Limited Series prize.
Documentary and Non-Fiction Awards
The CAS Awards recognized musical documentaries as well. *Becoming Led Zeppelin* won in the Motion Picture Documentary category, while *Billy Joel: And So It Goes* was awarded for Television Non-Fiction, Variety, or Music – Series or Specials.
Special Honors
During the ceremony, hosted by Chris Hardwick, two notable special awards were presented. Guillermo del Toro, the talented filmmaker behind *Frankenstein*, received the CAS Filmmaker Award. Skip Lievsay, known for his work on *Roma*, was honored with the CAS Career Achievement Award.
Complete List of Winners
| Category | Winner | Production Sound Mixer | Re-Recording Mixer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOTION PICTURES – LIVE ACTION | *F1: The Movie* | Gareth John | Gary A. Rizzo CAS, Juan Peralta, Alan Meyerson CAS |
| MOTION PICTURES – DOCUMENTARY | *Becoming Led Zeppelin* | Nigel Albermaniche | Nick Bergh |
| TELEVISION SERIES – ONE HOUR | *The Pitt* | Von Varga | Todd M. Grace CAS, Edward C. Carr III |
| NON-THEATRICAL MOTION PICTURES | *Adolescence* | Kiff McManus, Rob Entwistle | Jules Woods CAS, James Drake, Mike Tehrani |
| MOTION PICTURES – ANIMATED | *KPop Demon Hunters* | Howard London CAS | Michael Babcock CAS, Tony Lamberti |
| TELEVISION SERIES – HALF HOUR | *The Studio* | Buck Robinson CAS | Lindsey Alvarez CAS, Fred Howard CAS |
| TELEVISION NON-FICTION, VARIETY OR MUSIC | *Billy Joel: And So It Goes* | Mark Mandler CAS | David Mitlyng, Michael Stewart |
The 2026 CAS Awards proved to be a remarkable celebration of sound excellence in cinema and television, showcasing the skill and creativity of its nominees and winners.
