This guide showcases every movie and show that won a SAG Award in 2025, along with all the nominees. We’re also offering our editors’ picks for honorable mentions.

The 2025 SAG Awards have concluded, with significant victories for Oscar-frontrunners such as Emilia Pérez, A Complete Unknown, and The Substance. Like the Golden Globes, the SAG Awards celebrate both film and television, so acclaimed series like Shōgun and Only Murders in the Building also achieved success, alongside popular shows such as Slow Horses and Shrinking, which garnered multiple nominations.

Take a look at our guide below to discover the major SAG Award winners and our choices for the honorable mentions that absolutely deserve to be streamed.

The Biggest Winners and Nominees of the 2025 SAG Awards

Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture

WINNER: Conclave

The tense and engaging drama Conclave centers on choosing the next pope. It features outstanding performances by esteemed Hollywood veterans like John Lithgow, Stanley Tucci, and Isabella Rossellini.

HONORABLE MENTION: Anora

Mikey Madison rose to fame just three years ago with her role as the antagonist in 2022’s Scream, but she's already proven to be a skilled leading lady in Hollywood. Madison isn’t the only one receiving accolades for Anora. Sean Baker and Yura Borisov are also earning numerous commendations.

~Emilia Pérez
~Wicked
~A Complete Unknown

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role

WINNER: Timothée Chalamet - A Complete Unknown

Timothée Chalamet delivered an impressive portrayal of Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown, showcasing his talents not only as a top actor, but also as a fantastic musician.

HONORABLE MENTION: Daniel Craig - Queer

In Queer, Daniel Craig takes on the role of a fictionalized version of author William S. Burroughs who falls in love with a younger man in Mexico. Craig's performance is bold yet genuine, adding depth to the latest drama from auteur Luca Guadagnino.

~Colman Domingo - Sing Sing
~Ralph Fiennes - Conclave
~Adrien Brody - The Brutalist

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role

WINNER: Demi Moore - The Substance

Demi Moore’s performance in The Substance was breathtakingly poignant and chilling, exploring issues of ageism and sexism. These themes within a horror movie helped make The Substance one of the most subversive films of the year.

HONORABLE MENTION: Pamela Anderson - The Last Showgirl

Another daring performance that addressed sexism and ageism was Pamela Anderson’s impressive performance in The Last Showgirl, which also earned her a Golden Globe nomination.

~Cynthia Erivo - Wicked
~Karla Sofía Gascón - Emilia Pérez
~Mikey Madison - Anora

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role

WINNER: Kieran Culkin - A Real Pain

A Real Pain is both a buddy movie and a travel film, centered around generational trauma. Culkin portrays a chaotic yet secretly unhappy character, bringing humor and depth simultaneously.

HONORABLE MENTION: Jonathan Bailey - Wicked

Fresh off his starring role in Fellow Travelers, Bailey made a complete transformation to help bring the whimsical, colorful, and musical world of Wicked to life.

~Yura Borisov - Anora
~Edward Norton - A Complete Unknown
~Jeremy Strong - The Apprentice

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role

WINNER: Zoe Saldaña - Emilia Pérez

While Emilia Pérez might be overshadowed by controversy, Saldaña’s performance stands out and merits praise. Plus, the viral 'Yes yes yes!!!!' moment remains unforgettable.

HONORABLE MENTION: Jamie Lee Curtis - The Last Showgirl

Jamie Lee Curtis shines again as an aging cocktail waitress and former showgirl in The Last Showgirl. She’s fiery and sassy, yet also vulnerable and authentic.

~Danielle Deadwyler - The Piano Lesson
~Monica Barbaro - A Complete Unknown
~Ariana Grande - Wicked

Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series

WINNER: Shōgun

Shōgun has garnered attention at award shows over the past year, with actress Anna Sawai receiving widespread acclaim. Other praised stars from the series include Cosmo Jarvis and Hiroyuki Sanada.

HONORABLE MENTION: Slow Horses

Gary Oldman has been exceptional as the disheveled head of MI5’s Slough House, but Slow Horses boasts other remarkable performances by actors like Hugo Weaving, Kristin Scott Thomas, and Jack Lowden.

~Bridgerton
~The Day of the Jackal
~The Diplomat

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series

WINNER: Hiroyuki Sanada - Shōgun

Sanada, acting since the 60s, brings intensity and precision to his role as the Lord of Kanto in Shogun, proving that his skills remain unparalleled.

HONORABLE MENTION: Gary Oldman - Slow Horses

Oldman’s performance in Slow Horses earned him SAG and Emmy nominations, proving his capability as a strong leading actor, enhanced by the show’s talented ensemble.

~Tadanobu Asano - Shōgun
~Jeff Bridges - The Old Man
~Eddie Redmayne - The Day of the Jackal

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series

WINNER: Anna Sawai - Shōgun

Sawai stars in three series currently, including Shōgun. Her roles also span comedy and action, showcasing her as one of Hollywood’s most promising leading ladies.

HONORABLE MENTION: Kathy Bates - Matlock

Oscar-winner Kathy Bates plays a scheming attorney in Matlock, demonstrating her versatile and dynamic acting abilities. This new series offers a fresh take on the original, and Bates’ portrayal makes it especially intriguing.

~Nicola Coughlan - Bridgerton
~Allison Janney - The Diplomat
~Keri Russell - The Diplomat

Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series

WINNER: Only Murders in the Building

The hit trio of Selena Gomez, Martin Short, and Steve Martin returned for the latest season of Only Murders in the Building, joined by stars such as Molly Shannon and Eva Longoria.

HONORABLE MENTION: Shrinking

With Oscar-nominee Harrison Ford and Jason Segel leading, Shrinking delivers excellent performances, including those from Michael Urie and Heidi Gardner.

~Abbott Elementary
~The Bear
~Hacks

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series

WINNER: Martin Short - Only Murders in the Building

Martin Short plays an overdramatic, washed-up theater director in Only Murders in the Building, delivering plenty of laugh-out-loud moments and perfect comedic balance with his co-stars.

HONORABLE MENTION: Harrison Ford - Shrinking

Ford’s deadpan style delivers surprising humor in Shrinking, making him a breakout fan-favorite of the series. If you haven’t seen Ford's comedic side, this series is a must-watch.

~Adam Brody - Nobody Wants This
~Ted Danson - A Man on the Inside
~Jeremy Allen White - The Bear

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series

WINNER: Jean Smart - Hacks

Jean Smart has earned three consecutive Emmys for her role as an older comedian experiencing a career resurgence. Smart’s performance combines humor and vulnerability, creating a well-rounded character in Hacks that critics adore.

HONORABLE MENTION: Quinta Brunson - Abbott Elementary

Quinta Brunson accurately captures the realities and hilarity of public schools, while delivering a smart, witty performance in Abbott Elementary.

~Kristen Bell - Nobody Wants This
~Liza Colón-Zayas - The Bear
~Ayo Edebiri - The Bear

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Movie or Limited Series

WINNER: Colin Farrell - The Penguin

Colin Farrell transforms into a corrupt villain in The Penguin. His portrayal offers one of the biggest transformations in TV history, making him almost unrecognizable.

HONORABLE MENTION: Kevin Kline - Disclaimer

Mystery and scandal intertwine in Disclaimer, brought to life by a remarkable ensemble, including Kevin Kline’s character filled with grudge and resentment.

~Richard Gadd - Baby Reindeer
~Andrew Scott - Ripley
~Javier Bardem - Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Movie or Limited Series

WINNER: Jessica Gunning - Baby Reindeer

Jessica Gunning delivers a deeply unsettling performance in Baby Reindeer, crafting a chilling character based on a true story, resulting in one of Netflix's best performances.

HONORABLE MENTION: Cate Blanchett - Disclaimer

In Disclaimer, Cate Blanchett shines with a powerful portrayal of a mother still grieving her son’s loss while keeping the truth hidden. As usual, Blanchett's performance is impeccable.

~Kathy Bates - The Great Lillian Hall
~Jodie Foster - True Detective: Night Country
~Lily Gladstone - Under the Bridge
~Cristin Milioti - The Penguin