Golden Globe Nominations 2025: Every Netflix Nominee Shaping the Film and TV Race

Published 12/08/2025, 11:39 AM EST

Netflix in 2025 feels like a colossal storytelling engine, forever expanding its vault as if the sky itself were shy to limit it. The streamer has risen from disruptor to cultural pillar, curating every genre imaginable and feeding audiences with tales that echo across generations. Its catalogue has become a universe where every viewer finds a home, and every story finds a stage. With that legacy burning brighter than ever, Netflix steps into the Golden Globes with unmistakable radiance.

A powerhouse lineup awaits, as Netflix’s Golden Globe contenders unite in a dazzling showcase of ambition, artistry, and unstoppable momentum.

Frankenstein

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Netflix storms the Golden Globes in 2025 with Frankenstein, a cinematic titan that refuses to whisper when it can thunder. Leading the charge is Oscar Isaac for Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama, delivering raw intensity at every turn.

Meanwhile, Jacob Elordi for Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role in Any Motion Picture adds a quietly powerful spark, completing a duo of performances that electrify the film and showcase its dominance at the awards.

Guillermo Del Toro for Best Director – Motion Picture reshapes the classic tale with visionary force, and Alexandre Desplat for Best Original Score – Motion Picture wraps the film in a sweeping, electric soundscape.

With Frankenstein for Best Motion Picture – Drama, these nominations showcase a film redefining prestige itself.

One Battle After Another

One Battle After Another storms into the Golden Globes with a triumphant sweep across Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, setting the tone for a nomination roster bursting with talent.

Chase Infiniti shines in Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, matched by Leonardo DiCaprio in Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.

The supporting field heats up with Teyana Taylor, Benicio Del Toro, and Sean Penn competing in Best Performance in a Supporting Role in Any Motion Picture.

Paul Thomas Anderson dominates with nods for Best Director – Motion Picture and Best Screenplay – Motion Picture, while Jonny Greenwood secures Best Original Score – Motion Picture. The film arrives as a sparkling force across every corner of the category map.

The White Lotus

The White Lotus sweeps into awards season with unmistakable swagger, claiming a prime spot in Best Television Series – Drama and proving its grip on prestige has only tightened.

The ensemble erupts with power across Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role on Television, where Carrie Coon, Parker Posey, and Aimee Lou Wood each bring layered brilliance.

The momentum continues in Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role on Television, with Walton Goggins and Jason Isaacs delivering performances that feel sharp, unpredictable, and dangerously magnetic. This lineup marks a series operating at its fiercest peak.

Nouvelle Vague

Nouvelle Vague shines at the 2025 Golden Globes in Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, celebrating the French New Wave. Guillaume Marbeck as Jean-Luc Godard, Zoey Deutch as Jean Seberg, and Aubry Dullin as Jean-Paul Belmondo bring history to life.

Directed by Richard Linklater, the film’s black-and-white visuals and bold storytelling capture cinematic innovation. With Netflix streaming its brilliance, Nouvelle Vague stands as a masterful blend of artistry, charm, and legacy, earning its place among the most captivating and talked-about nominations of the year.

Kpop Demon Hunters

Kpop Demon Hunters storms the 2025 Golden Globes with a dynamic presence in Best Motion Picture – Animated, dazzling audiences with its kinetic energy and stunning visuals.

Netflix delivers a global spectacle that fuses music, action, and artistry, redefining animation for a new generation. The film’s infectious track Golden' earns a well-deserved nod for Best Original Song – Motion Picture, amplifying its cultural impact.

Celebrated for both cinematic and box office achievement, Kpop Demon Hunters stands as a thrilling, genre-defying experience that captivates hearts and imaginations worldwide.

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The Diplomat

The Diplomat dominates the 2025 Golden Globes with a striking presence in Best Television Series – Drama, showcasing Netflix’s mastery of high-stakes storytelling.

At its heart, Keri Russell commands attention with a riveting turn in Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Series – Drama, blending intelligence, intensity, and nuance.

The series weaves political intrigue, personal drama, and breathtaking tension into every scene, making it impossible to look away. With these nominations, The Diplomat cements itself as a defining drama of the year, thrilling audiences and critics alike.

Nobody Wants This

Nobody Wants This bursts onto the 2025 Golden Globes stage with a bold presence in Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy, proving Netflix’s flair for sharp, witty storytelling. Kristen Bell dazzles in Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy.

The series blends clever writing, irresistible performances, and cultural commentary, creating a comedy that resonates far beyond the screen.

Adolescence

Adolescence makes a powerful mark at the 2025 Golden Globes in Best Television Limited Series, Anthology Series or Motion Picture Made for Television, showcasing Netflix’s mastery of gripping storytelling.

Stephen Graham delivers a riveting performance in Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology Series or a Motion Picture Made for Television, while Erin Doherty shines in Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role on Television.

Supporting actors Owen Cooper and Ashley Walters elevate the drama in Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role on Television, creating a series that is intense, unforgettable, and deeply human.

The Beast in Me

The Beast in Me captivates at the 2025 Golden Globes with a commanding presence in Best Television Limited Series, Anthology Series or Motion Picture Made for Television, highlighting Netflix’s talent for gripping narratives.

Claire Danes delivers a mesmerizing turn in Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology Series or a Motion Picture Made for Television, balancing intensity and nuance.

Matthew Rhys shines in Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology Series or a Motion Picture Made for Television, bringing depth, emotion, and unforgettable power to the screen.

Black Mirror

The haunting story of Black Mirror electrifies the 2025 Golden Globes with a standout presence in Best Television Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television, showcasing Netflix’s daring vision for futuristic storytelling.

Paul Giamatti captivates audiences in Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology Series or a Motion Picture Made for Television, delivering intensity and nuance.

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Rashida Jones shines in Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology Series or a Motion Picture Made for Television, balancing wit and emotional depth, making this series a bold, unforgettable experience.

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What do you think about these Netflix shows and movies that got nominated? Let us know in the comments below.

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Yusra Miraj Khan

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Yusra Miraj Khan is an Entertainment Journalist at Netflix Junkie. Specializing in Taylor Swift and the British Royal Family, she transforms modern mythologies into high-ranking, reader-first narratives. Since joining in early 2025, Khan has penned over 500 articles, known for their sharp decoding of Easter eggs and PR silences.

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