when were the critics choice awards

The 30th Critics' Choice Awards took place on February 7, 2025 , at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica Airport, California, after two postponements due to Southern California wildfires. This event celebrated the best in 2024 films and TV, with Chelsea Handler hosting for the third year in a row, broadcast on E! and streamed on Peacock.

The 31st Critics' Choice Awards occurred just two days ago on January 4, 2026 (yesterday, as of January 5), again at Barker Hangar, honoring 2025 achievements and hosted by Handler for the fourth straight time, airing on E! and USA Network.

Recent Buzz

Online discussions lit up post-event, with Reddit's r/oscarrace thread capturing live reactions like surprise over directing wins ("Chu for BEST DIRECTOR? What even is that?!") and confusion ("We are somehow more confused... after tonight"). Nominees for the 31st sparked chatter on r/Letterboxd, debating frontrunners and predictable nods.

Key Facts

• Typical Timing : Held early January, shifting slots over years (e.g., post-Golden Globes or CW broadcasts).

• 2025 Delay Story : Wildfires forced rescheduling from January 12, adding drama to awards season.

• Broadcast Evolution : Moved to E! in 2025 from CW, with Peacock replays.

TL;DR : Most recent (31st) on Jan 4, 2026; prior (30th) Feb 7, 2025—both at Santa Monica.

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