British drama wins big at first awards ceremony of the year

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5 Jan 2026 • 3:48 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • The 2026 Critics Choice Awards saw Netflix drama Adolescence and Irish actress Jessie Buckley among the prominent winners, setting the pace for the upcoming awards season.
  • The Netflix series Adolescence secured four prizes in the limited series categories, with Owen Cooper, Stephen Graham, and Erin Doherty winning acting awards.
  • Jessie Buckley was awarded Best Actress for her compelling performance in the historical drama Hamnet, where she portrays William Shakespeare's wife.
  • Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another clinched the coveted Best Picture and Best Director awards.
  • Timothee Chalamet won Best Actor for his role in Marty Supreme, while Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy was named Best Movie Made for Television.

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