The 2026 Writers Guild Awards took place at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles, with a star-studded audience in attendance. The ceremony honored the best in film and television writing, with winners announced in a range of categories.
Notable Winners
In the film category, "The Whale" took home the award for Best Adapted Screenplay, with writer Samuel D. Hunter receiving the honor. "Everything Everywhere All at Once" won for Best Original Screenplay, with writers Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert sharing the award.
On the television side, "The Bear" took home the award for Best New Series, with writer Christopher Storer receiving the honor. "Succession" won for Best Drama Series, with writers Jesse Armstrong, Mark Mylod, and Will Tracy sharing the award.
Critics' Choice for Best Writing
The Critics' Choice Television Awards also recognized outstanding writing in film and television. In the film category, "The Fabelmans" won for Best Screenplay, with writer Steven Spielberg receiving the honor. "The White Lotus" won for Best Limited Series, with writer Mike White receiving the award.
On the television side, "The Good Fight" won for Best Drama Series, with writers Robert King, Michelle King, and Phil Alden Robinson sharing the award. "Ted Lasso" won for Best Comedy Series, with writers Jason Sudeikis, Bill Lawrence, and Brendan Hunt sharing the award.
Honoring Outstanding Writing
The Writers Guild Awards also recognized outstanding writing in a range of categories, from animation and documentary to children's and non-fiction. The awards honor writers who have made significant contributions to the industry, and provide a platform for emerging writers to showcase their work.
Attendees at the ceremony included industry professionals, writers, and actors, all of whom came together to celebrate the best in film and television writing.
The 2026 Writers Guild Awards have come to a close, with several notable films and shows taking home top honors. The awards recognize outstanding writing in a range of categories, and provide a platform for emerging writers to showcase their work.