The 36th Annual Producers Guild Awards took place at The Fairmont Century Plaza in Century City, Los Angeles, celebrating the outstanding achievements of producers across film and television. The event was hosted by the Producers Guild of America’s directors, Stephanie Allain and Donald De Line, who emphasized the importance of revitalizing film production in Los Angeles. De Line urged studios, streamers, and financiers to help bring production back to the city, highlighting its historical significance to the movie industry.
Here is a summary of the winners honored at this year’s ceremony:
Film Categories:
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Darryl F. Zanuck Award for Outstanding Producer of Theatrical Motion Pictures: Anora – Producers: Samantha Quan, Alex Coco, Sean Baker.
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Outstanding Producer of Animated Theatrical Motion Pictures: The Wild Robot
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Outstanding Producer of Documentary Motion Picture: Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story
Television Categories:
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Norman Felton Award for Outstanding Producer of Episodic Television – Drama: Shōgun (FX)
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Danny Thomas Award for Outstanding Producer of Episodic Television – Comedy: Hacks (Max)
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David L. Wolper Award for Outstanding Producer of Limited or Anthology Series Television: Baby Reindeer (Netflix)
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Outstanding Producer of Televised or Streamed Motion Pictures: The Greatest Night in Pop (Netflix)
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Outstanding Producer of Non-Fiction Television: Steve! (Martin) a Documentary in 2 Pieces (Apple TV+)
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Outstanding Producer of Live Entertainment, Variety, Sketch, Standup & Talk Television: Saturday Night Live (NBC)
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Outstanding Producer of Game & Competition Television: The Traitors (Peacock)
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Outstanding Sports Program: Simone Biles Rising (Netflix)
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Outstanding Children’s Program: Sesame Street (Max)
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Outstanding Short-Form Program: Shōgun – The Making of Shōgun (FX)
Special Honors:
- PGA Innovation Award: Orbital
The evening was a star-studded affair, with presenters and honorees including Alan Cumming, Adrien Brody, Ariana Grande, Billy Eichner, and many others. The ceremony not only recognized the exceptional work of producers but also served as a call to action to support and rejuvenate Los Angeles as a central hub for film production.