Producers Guild of America Awards

Producers Guild of America (PGA) Awards History

The Producers Guild of America (PGA) Awards is a notable event that pays homage to the influential voices and figureheads in the production of both film and television. Its central purpose is to recognize and celebrate the exceptional achievements of these artistic entrepreneurs, whose behind-the-scenes contributions play a pivotal part in shaping the realm of visual entertainment.

The PGA Awards, launched in 1990, is considered a barometer for industry recognition including the esteemed Academy Awards. Winners are determined by the vote of the eligible members of the Producers Guild, thereby granting a unique validity, as the accolades are conferred by peers within the industry. From the inception of the awards, a vast array of categories have been added to the original lineup, expanding its scope beyond just films and television series, to now also acknowledging achievements in new media, sports, and children's programming.

The ceremony for the PGA Awards is typically held annually in January, acting as a precursor to the bustling awards season in Hollywood. Every year, it enjoys widespread coverage and keen interest from both industry insiders and general public, exemplifying its status as a substantial indicator of that season's most applauded productions. The chosen date allows the PGA Awards to play a significant part in shaping the outcome of subsequent award shows.

Facts about Producers Guild of America

• The 2024 Producers Guild of America Awards was held at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles, California on February 25th.
• In 2023, the Darryl F. Zanuck Award for Outstanding Producer of Theatrical Motion Pictures went to the film Everything Everywhere All at Once.
• In 2023, the film Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio, won the award for Outstanding Producer of Animated Theatrical Motion Pictures.
• In 2022, the Norman Felton Award for Outstanding Producer of Episodic Television went to Succession (Season 3).
• The Producers Guild of America Awards has predicted 21 of the past 32 winners of the Academy Award for Best Picture.

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Top things to do for Producers Guild of America

• Browse the list of winners for the 2021 PGA Awards.
• Watch a roundtable with the 2021 PGA Award nominees.
• Watch one of the motion pictures or television series that won an award. Here are our suggestions:
  Nomadland (2020)
  Soul (2020)
  The Queen's Gambit (2020)

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