2009 Film Awards Season
Explore the most prestigious awards in cinema, celebrating excellence in filmmaking, acting, and technical achievement.
The Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, celebrate cinematic excellence. The 81st Academy Awards, held on February 22, 2009 at the Kodak Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center, honored films released in 2008. This prestigious event recognized outstanding achievements in acting, directing, and technical categories.
Total movies nominated
36
Total movies awarded
21
The British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) are presented annually by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts to honor outstanding achievements in film from both the UK and around the world. The 62nd edition, held on 2009-02-08 at the Royal Albert Hall in London, celebrated the best films of 2008 across a wide range of categories.
Total movies nominated
28
Total movies awarded
20
The 34th annual Toronto International Film Festival was held in Toronto, Ontario, Canada between September 10 and September 19, 2009. The festival showcased a diverse range of films, from the opening night gala featuring the Charles Darwin biography 'Creation' to the closing film 'The Young Victoria'. The awards recognized excellence in filmmaking across various categories including People's Choice and FIPRESCI distinctions.
Total movies nominated
4
Total movies awarded
5
The Critics' Choice Awards is an annual event honoring the finest achievements in filmmaking. The 14th edition, held on January 8, 2009 at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, celebrated 2008 films with numerous categories including acting, directing, writing, and technical achievements. Nominees were announced on December 9, 2008, adding to the anticipation of the event.
Total movies nominated
39
Total movies awarded
17
The 15th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards honored outstanding film and television performances for the year 2008. Held on January 25, 2009 at the Shrine Exposition Center in Los Angeles and broadcast live by TNT and TBS, the ceremony celebrated excellence in acting across a wide range of categories. In the film segment, top honors were awarded in both leading and supporting performance categories as well as ensemble awards, with notable winners from films such as Milk, Doubt, and The Dark Knight.
Total movies nominated
17
Total movies awarded
6
The 61st Directors Guild of America Awards honored outstanding directorial achievements in films, documentaries, and television for the year 2008. The ceremony was held on January 31, 2009 at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza and hosted by Carl Reiner. Both feature film and documentary categories recognized excellence in direction with a slate of nominees and one winner in each category.
Total movies nominated
5
Total movies awarded
2
The 36th Annual Annie Awards, honoring the best in animation for 2008, were held on January 30, 2009 at Royce Hall in Los Angeles, California. Kung Fu Panda received the most awards with 10, winning nearly all of its nominations amid controversy.
Total movies nominated
3
Total movies awarded
1
The Casting Society of America Awards recognize outstanding casting achievements in film and television. The awards highlight the crucial role of casting directors in assembling the right talent to bring movies to life. This event features multiple categories that celebrate excellence in various film genres, emphasizing both creative vision and technical skill.
Total movies nominated
10
Total movies awarded
2
The 66th Golden Globe Awards, honoring the best in film and television of 2008, was broadcast on January 11, 2009 from the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California on NBC. The broadcast, watched by approximately 14.6 million viewers with a rating of 4.9/12, marked the return of the ceremony after the previous year's cancellation due to the Writers Guild of America strike. Nominations were announced on December 12, 2008.
Total movies nominated
28
Total movies awarded
14
The 24th Film Independent Spirit Awards honored the best in independent filmmaking for 2008 and were presented on February 21, 2009. Hosted by Steve Coogan, the ceremony recognized achievements across categories such as Best Feature, Best Director, and acting awards.
Total movies nominated
27
Total movies awarded
12
The 35th Saturn Awards honored the best in science fiction, fantasy and horror film and television of 2008. The ceremony was presented on June 25, 2009 in Burbank, California.
Total movies nominated
10
Total movies awarded
6
The 6th Irish Film & Television Awards ceremony was held on 14 February 2009 at the Burlington Hotel in Dublin, hosted by Ryan Tubridy. It honored the best Irish film and television productions released in 2008. Winners were selected across a range of categories including film, directing, acting, and international achievements.
Total movies nominated
5
Total movies awarded
10
