Film Categories
In a surprising turn, “Conclave” secured the award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture, surpassing strong contenders like “Wicked” and “A Complete Unknown.” Timothée Chalamet's portrayal of Bob Dylan in “A Complete Unknown” earned him the Best Male Actor award, while Demi Moore was honored as Best Female Actor for her role in “The Substance.” Kieran Culkin and Zoe Saldaña received accolades for their supporting roles in “A Real Pain” and “Emilia Pérez,” respectively. “The Fall Guy” was recognized for its exceptional stunt ensemble.
Television Categories
The historical drama “Shōgun” dominated the television awards, winning four categories: Best Cast Ensemble in a Drama Series, Best Stunt Ensemble, Best Male Actor in a Drama Series for Hiroyuki Sanada, and Best Female Actor in a Drama Series for Anna Sawai. The comedy series “Only Murders in the Building” also shone, taking home awards for Best Cast Ensemble in a Comedy Series and Best Male Actor in a Comedy Series for Martin Short. Other notable winners included Colin Farrell for “The Penguin,” Jessica Gunning for “Baby Reindeer,” and Jean Smart for “Hacks.”
Lifetime Achievement
Jane Fonda was honored with the SAG Life Achievement Award. In her acceptance speech, she emphasized the importance of empathy in acting and addressed current social issues, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.
Complete List of Winners
Film Categories:
- Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture: “Conclave”
- Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role: Timothée Chalamet – “A Complete Unknown”
- Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role: Demi Moore – “The Substance”
- Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role: Kieran Culkin – “A Real Pain”
- Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role: Zoe Saldaña – “Emilia Pérez”
- Outstanding Action Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Motion Picture: “The Fall Guy”
Television Categories:
- Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Movie or Limited Series: Colin Farrell – “The Penguin”
- Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Movie or Limited Series: Jessica Gunning – “Baby Reindeer”
- Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series: Hiroyuki Sanada – “Shōgun”
- Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series: Anna Sawai – “Shōgun”
- Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series: Martin Short – “Only Murders in the Building”
- Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series: Jean Smart – “Hacks”
- Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series: “Shōgun”
- Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series: “Only Murders in the Building”
- Outstanding Action Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Television Series: “Shōgun”
Personal Impressions
The 2025 SAG Awards showcased a blend of expected victories and surprising upsets. “Conclave's” ensemble win was unexpected, highlighting the film's strong collaborative performance. Timothée Chalamet's portrayal of Bob Dylan continues to solidify his reputation as a versatile actor. The dominance of “Shōgun” in the television categories underscores the industry's appreciation for rich, historical narratives. Jane Fonda's heartfelt speech served as a poignant reminder of the power of empathy and the role of actors in reflecting societal issues.
What were your standout moments from the 2025 SAG Awards? Do you agree with the winners, or were there performances you felt were overlooked? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
