Finally, the day that many stars and fans have been eagerly anticipating has arrived. The Screen Actors Guild Awards are just a few hours away in Los Angeles, and it will not only bring together multiple figures but also award new statues to the most talented of the year.
The 2024 edition will bring with it significant moments, such as the reunion of the main cast of The Devil Wears Prada with Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt, as they all will be presenters. Also, there is a change in the format of how it will be streamed, marking the first time they use a streaming platform.
As expected, Barbie and Oppenheimer lead the film categories with four nominations each. On the television side, Succession takes the lead with a total of five nominations. Here, check out how to watch the awards ceremony honoring the best releases in cinema and TV…
How to watch the SAG Awards on streaming and live
Watching the SAG Awards will be quite easy this year, as for the first time in history, the ceremony is going to be streamed TODAY on Netflix starting at 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT. This will be the only available way, and you will need a subscription to the platform.
The red carpet is another matter, as various media outlets such as PEOPLE and Entertainment Weekly provide coverage, and there are multiple ways to watch the arrival of celebrities at the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall in Los Angeles, this Saturday, February 24th. (Here, check how to watch it).
Why are the SAG Awards so important?
Well, the SAG Awards are unique for several reasons, but one of the most prominent is that the awards are given by the actors themselves, members of the Screen Actors Guild, on an annual basis.
Voting is done by their peers in the industry, meaning it is a direct recognition from the acting community to their colleagues. They often serve as an indicator of how things might unfold at the Academy Awards.
Given that a significant number of SAG members are also Oscar voters, victories at this ceremony can influence voting decisions for the Academy Awards, which will take place on March 10, 2024.
Unlike some other awards that also celebrate directing, production, and other technical aspects of film and television, the SAG Awards focus exclusively on acting. So, don’t miss this highly anticipated evening where multiple stars will gather to celebrate the art of the industry!
