The 31st annual Screen Actors Guild Awards took center stage on Sunday, February 23, 2025, streaming live on Netflix with host Kristen Bell. The night was full of unforgettable moments as Hollywood’s biggest stars gathered to celebrate the year’s most outstanding performances in film and television.
Among the biggest winners were the casts of Shōgun, Only Murders in the Building, and Conclave, all of which took home the top ensemble prizes. Timothée Chalamet and Demi Moore scored major victories in the leading actor categories, while Kieran Culkin and Zoe Saldaña earned recognition for their supporting roles.
Jane Fonda was honored with the prestigious 60th SAG Life Achievement Award, receiving a standing ovation from the audience. “This means the world to me,” the 87-year-old icon said during her acceptance speech.
Complete List of Winners
Film Categories
Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture Winner:Conclave
Nominees:A Complete Unknown, Anora, Emilia Pérez, Wicked
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role Winner: Timothée Chalamet (A Complete Unknown)
Nominees: Adrien Brody, Daniel Craig, Colman Domingo, Ralph Fiennes
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role Winner: Demi Moore (The Substance)
Nominees: Pamela Anderson, Cynthia Erivo, Karla Sofía Gascón, Mikey Madison
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role Winner: Kieran Culkin (A Real Pain)
Nominees: Jonathan Bailey, Yura Borisov, Edward Norton, Jeremy Strong
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role Winner: Zoe Saldaña (Emilia Pérez)
Nominees: Monica Barbaro, Jamie Lee Curtis, Danielle Deadwyler, Ariana Grande
Outstanding Action Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Motion Picture Winner: The Fall Guy
Nominees: Deadpool & Wolverine, Dune: Part Two, Gladiator II, Wicked
Television Categories
Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series Winner: Shōgun
Nominees: Bridgerton, The Day of the Jackal, The Diplomat, Slow Horses
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series Winner: Hiroyuki Sanada (Shōgun)
Nominees: Tadanobu Asano, Jeff Bridges, Gary Oldman, Eddie Redmayne
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series Winner: Anna Sawai (Shōgun)
Nominees: Kathy Bates, Nicola Coughlan, Allison Janney, Keri Russell
Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series Winner: Only Murders in the Building
Nominees: Abbott Elementary, The Bear, Hacks, Shrinking
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series Winner: Martin Short (Only Murders in the Building)
Nominees: Adam Brody, Ted Danson, Harrison Ford, Jeremy Allen White
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series Winner: Jean Smart (Hacks)
Nominees: Kristen Bell, Quinta Brunson, Liza Colón-Zayas, Ayo Edebiri
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Movie or Limited Series Winner: Colin Farrell (The Penguin)
Nominees: Javier Bardem, Richard Gadd, Kevin Kline, Andrew Scott
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Movie or Limited Series Winner: Jessica Gunning (Baby Reindeer)
Nominees: Kathy Bates, Cate Blanchett, Jodie Foster, Lily Gladstone, Cristin Milioti
Outstanding Action Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Television Series Winner: Shōgun
Nominees: The Boys, Fallout, House of the Dragon, The Penguin
Biggest Surprises of the Night
Timothée Chalamet’s win for A Complete Unknown was one of the biggest highlights of the evening. Meanwhile, Shōgun emerged as a powerhouse, sweeping multiple categories including Best Ensemble in a Drama Series and acting wins for Hiroyuki Sanada and Anna Sawai.
Demi Moore’s win for The Substance came as a pleasant surprise, proving that her return to dramatic roles is being met with critical acclaim. And in the stunt category, The Fall Guy beat out Dune: Part Two and Gladiator II for the top honor, showcasing the film’s impressive action sequences.
With the SAG Awards now in the books, all eyes turn to the Oscars on March 2, 2025. Will the SAG winners align with the Academy’s choices?
