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Jan 4, 2026 12:00pm PT
How to Watch the Critics Choice Awards Live Online
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Awards season is officially in full swing. The 31st Critics Choice Awards kicks off Sunday night with Chelsea Handler returning as host.
The ceremony will air live on The CW starting at 4 p.m. PT/ 7 p.m. ET, continuing the network’s recent partnership with the Critics Choice Association after the show spent decades on cable. The move has made the awards significantly easier to stream, with several live TV streaming services carrying local CW affiliates nationwide. The best way for cable-cutters to tune into the show is on DirecTV, Hulu + Live TV and Fubo TV.
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“Sinners” heads into the ceremony with the most nominations. The genre-bending horror film boasts 17 nods, including best picture, director for Ryan Coogler, actor for Michael B. Jordan, supporting actress for Wunmi Mosaku and a raft of craft mentions across cinematography, production design, costume, editing, visual effects, sound and hair and makeup. Close behind is Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” with 14 nods, including four acting mentions. At the same time “Frankenstein” and “Hamnet” scored 11 nominations apiece, solidifying the top tier of contenders that blend studio muscle with auteur prestige.
Eyes will also be on Timothée Chalamet, nominated in the lead actor category for his role in “Marty Supreme.” The 30 year-old actor took home the Spotlight Actor of the Year Award at the Palm Springs Film Festival on Saturday night. Supporting actress may also be a flashpoint category of the night, with Ariana Grande for “Wicked: For Good” and Teyana Taylor for “One Battle After Another” both top contenders. Even Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas (“Sentimental Value”) has the chance to spoil.
Stream the Critics Choice Awards live online on DirecTV.
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