The Gotham Film and Media Institute has announced the dates for the 34th annual Gotham Awards and the second Gotham TV Awards, which will take place in December 2024 and June 2025, respectively.
- Jun 21, 2024
AceShowbiz - The Gotham Film & Media Institute recently broke the news, setting the stage for a star-studded affair that promises to celebrate the best of indie cinema. As one of the first major indicators of the Oscars season, the Gotham Awards is not just an event, it's a tradition. This year, the ceremony introduces new categories and brings some back after a brief hiatus, reflecting the evolving landscape of the entertainment industry.
The Gotham Awards, traditionally held on the first Monday (December 2, 2024) after Thanksgiving, will see the return of the Breakthrough Performer category. Moreover, a brand-new Best Director award makes its debut, alongside staple categories such as Best Feature, Documentary Feature, International Feature, Outstanding Lead Performance, Supporting Performance, Breakthrough Director and Best Screenplay.
At the 2023 Gotham Awards, Celine Song's critically acclaimed "Past Lives" clinched the Best Feature prize, later securing Oscar nominations including Best Picture. International acclaim followed Justine Triet's "Anatomy of a Fall", which won for International Feature and Screenplay. Other notable winners included Lily Gladstone's captivating lead performance in "The Unknown Country" and Charles Melton's supporting performance in Todd Haynes's "May December".
Reflecting its growing influence, the Gotham Film & Media Institute has also recognized the importance of television through the Gotham TV Awards. Held separately on June 2, 2025, the TV awards will honor excellence in television, underscoring The Gotham's commitment to both film and TV. The 2023 Gotham TV Awards saw "Baby Reindeer", "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" and "Colin From Accounts" taking top honors. Most notable was "Colin From Accounts", securing a double win with co-star Harriet Dyer winning Outstanding Performance in a Comedy Series.
Previous Gotham Award winners have included a lineup of Oscar darlings such as "Everything Everywhere All at Once", "CODA" and "Nomadland", cementing the awards' role in predicting future Oscar successes. With Vanity Fair as the Premier Sponsor, the 2024 Gotham Awards promise an evening filled with memorable wins and indelible moments.
As young enthusiasts of cinema and television, keeping an eye on the Gotham Awards can offer a glimpse into what might be the next big thing in Hollywood and beyond. Whether you're rooting for your favorite indie film or following the breakout series that everyone's talking about, this year's Gotham Awards is a night not to be missed.
