Celebrating Excellence: Highlights from the 2026 AACTA Awards
The Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Awards recently honored outstanding achievements in the film and television industry. The supernatural folk horror film "Bring Her Back" emerged as the big winner, securing ten awards, including Best Film and Best Lead Actress for Sally Hawkins. The miniseries "The Narrow Road to the Deep North" and the drama series "The Newsreader" also received multiple accolades at the event.
Notable Australian talents like Margot Robbie, Jacob Elordi, and Sarah Snook were recognized for their contributions, with Elordi winning Best Lead Actor for his role in "The Narrow Road to the Deep North." The AACTA Audience Choice Award winners included Robbie, Elordi, and Robert Irwin, while Snook was honored with the 2026 AACTA Trailblazer Award for her remarkable work in the screen industry.
The AACTA Awards also acknowledged individuals like Bruce Beresford, Kristina Ceyton, Samantha Jennings, Kate Armon, Craig Smith, and Clare Hughes for their significant achievements. The ceremony, presented by the Foxtel Group, took place on Feb. 6 and was broadcasted live, with an extended broadcast available on Binge and Foxtel the following day.
The 2026 AACTA Awards ceremony was part of the AACTA Festival, a multi-day event celebrating film, television, and pop culture. The winners across various categories were announced, recognizing excellence in casting, cinematography, direction, editing, acting, and production design in both film and television.
Overall, the AACTA Awards highlighted the exceptional talent and creativity within the Australian entertainment industry, showcasing the best in film, television, and digital content.