DGA Awards 2026 Kickoff: Live Updates Signal Oscar Contenders
The 78th Directors Guild of America Awards are underway in Los Angeles with Kumail Nanjiani hosting. The top feature‑film director nominees are Paul Thomas Anderson, Ryan Coogler, Guillermo del Toro, Josh Safdie and Chloe Zhao. The event underscores the DGA’s historical link to the Oscars while highlighting a milestone of diverse representation among nominees. Winners will be announced live across film, television, and specials, including two service honors (Schaffner and Capra) awarded to Guild members, with updates continuing throughout the night.