Critics Choice Awards 2026

Rainmaker Content is proud to represent the Annual Critics Choice Awards, honouring excellence in film and television. It is said to historically be the most accurate predictor of Academy Award nominations, which are announced a week after the Critics Choice Awards. Returning to E! for the second year in a row, the ceremony will be held on Sunday 4th January 2026 , the telecast will also air live across USA Network from 7:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT.

 

The Critics Choice Association, the largest critics organization in the U.S. and Canada, oversees voting and consists of over 600 media critics and journalists. It was established in 2019 with the formal merger of the Broadcast Film Critics Association and the Broadcast Television Journalists Association, recognizing the intersection between film, television, and streaming content.

 

Running Time

1 x 3 hours


Year of Production

2026


Broadcaster

E! and Peacock


Available in HD

Yes


Photo Gallery