The 31st Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, a celebration of outstanding achievements in film and television, unveiled its nominations on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Initially intended to be an in-person announcement hosted by Joey King and Cooper Koch, the reveal was shifted to a press release format due to the impact of California wildfires. The awards ceremony itself is scheduled for Sunday, February 23, and will be streamed live on Netflix. This year’s nominees reflect a diverse range of performances across various genres, with films like Wicked, Emilia Pérez, Anora, The Brutalist, and Conclave garnering recognition alongside television series such as Shōgun, Hacks, and Baby Reindeer, which had previously enjoyed success at the 2024 Emmys and 2025 Golden Globes.
The nominees for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role showcase a compelling mix of talent, including Adrien Brody for The Brutalist, Timothée Chalamet for A Complete Unknown, Daniel Craig for Queer, Colman Domingo for Sing Sing, and Ralph Fiennes for Conclave. On the female side, the category for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role features Pamela Anderson for The Last Showgirl, Cynthia Erivo for Wicked, Karla Sofía Gascón for Emilia Pérez, Mikey Madison for Anora, and Demi Moore for The Substance. These nominations represent a wide spectrum of roles and performances, reflecting the depth and breadth of talent in the industry.
The supporting actor and actress categories also boast a strong lineup. Jonathan Bailey (Wicked), Yura Borisov (Anora), Kieran Culkin (A Real Pain), Edward Norton (A Complete Unknown), and Jeremy Strong (The Apprentice) are all vying for the Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role award. Meanwhile, Monica Barbaro (A Complete Unknown), Jamie Lee Curtis (The Last Showgirl), Danielle Deadwyler (The Piano Lesson), Ariana Grande (Wicked), and Zoe Saldaña (Emilia Pérez) are nominated for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role.
The competition for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture sees A Complete Unknown, Anora, Conclave, Emilia Pérez, and Wicked competing for the coveted award. In the action genre, Deadpool & Wolverine, Dune: Part Two, The Fall Guy, Gladiator II, and Wicked are nominated for Outstanding Action Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Motion Picture, highlighting the crucial role stunt performers play in bringing cinematic spectacle to life.
The television categories feature equally compelling nominations. For Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Movie or Limited Series, the contenders are Javier Bardem (Monsters: The Lyle And Erik Menendez Story), Colin Farrell (The Penguin), Richard Gadd (Baby Reindeer), Kevin Kline (Disclaimer), and Andrew Scott (Ripley). Competing for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Movie or Limited Series are Kathy Bates (The Great Lillian Hall), Cate Blanchett (Disclaimer), Jodie Foster (True Detective: Night Country), Lily Gladstone (Under The Bridge), Jessica Gunning (Baby Reindeer), and Cristin Milioti (The Penguin).
The drama series categories showcase some of television’s most captivating performances. Nominated for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series are Tadanobu Asano and Hiroyuki Sanada, both for Shōgun, alongside Jeff Bridges (The Old Man), Gary Oldman (Slow Horses), and Eddie Redmayne (The Day Of The Jackal). The nominees for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series include Kathy Bates (Matlock), Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton), Allison Janney and Keri Russell, both for The Diplomat, and Anna Sawai (Shōgun). In the comedy series categories, the nominees for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series are Adam Brody (Nobody Wants This), Ted Danson (A Man on the Inside), Harrison Ford (Shrinking), Martin Short (Only Murders in the Building), and Jeremy Allen White (The Bear). The Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series nominees include Kristen Bell (Nobody Wants This), Quinta Brunson (Abbott Elementary), Liza Colón-Zayas and Ayo Edebiri, both for The Bear, and Jean Smart (Hacks).
The ensemble awards recognize the collective efforts of casts in both drama and comedy series. Bridgerton, The Day of the Jackal, The Diplomat, Shōgun, and Slow Horses are nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series. In the comedy category, Abbott Elementary, The Bear, Hacks, Only Murders in the Building, and Shrinking are contenders for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series. Finally, The Boys, Fallout, House Of The Dragon, The Penguin, and Shōgun are nominated for Outstanding Action Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Television Series.
Beyond the individual and ensemble nominations, the 2025 SAG Awards will also honor Jane Fonda with the prestigious SAG Life Achievement Award, marking her as the 60th recipient of this distinguished accolade. Fonda’s extensive career in the entertainment industry, spanning decades of impactful performances and activism, is being recognized by her peers. In a statement released in October 2024, Fonda expressed her deep honor and humility at receiving the award, emphasizing the significance of being recognized by fellow actors. She also highlighted the important work of SAG-AFTRA in protecting the rights and ensuring fair treatment for actors, expressing her pride in being a member of the union. The SAG Life Achievement Award serves as a testament to Fonda’s enduring legacy and her contributions to the world of acting.
