The annual event to celebrate and honor outstanding achievements in film is back. The 79th BAFTA Film Awards are just a few days away, and we can’t keep calm! From red carpet glamor and emotional speeches to career-defining moments, the event promises high drama and unforgettable highlights. Here’s everything you need to know about BAFTA 2026. Read on!
When and where will BAFTA 2026 be held?
The 2026 BAFTAs will be held on Sunday, February 22, at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall. The awards ceremony has been taking place at this venue since 2023.
Who is hosting BAFTA 2026?
The 79th BAFTA Ceremony will be hosted by Alan Cumming. The actor, writer, and producer succeeds David Tennant, who fronted the ceremony in 2024 and 2025.Cumming said he was pleased to return to the BAFTA stage in a hosting role, describing the ceremony as an opportunity to celebrate filmmaking craft while keeping the evening lively.
BAFTA 2026 nominees and who is leading?
The BAFTA nominations were unveiled on 27 January 2026. The films that received the most nominations include: ‘One Battle After Another’ with 14 nominations, followed by ‘Sinners’ with 13 nominations, And ‘Hamnet’ and ‘Marty Supreme’ with 11 nominations each. Other notable films are: ‘Frankenstein’ and ‘Sentimental Value.’ Leading actor nomness include Leonardo DiCaprio, Jessie Buckley, Rose Byrne, Timothée Chalamet, Michael B. Jordan, and Jacob Elordi. Nominees for leading actress include Jessie Buckley, Rose Byrne, Kate Hudson, Emma Stone and more. See full list of nominations here.
Who is presenting at BAFTA 2026?
This year’s presenters include Aaron Pierre, Aimee Lou Wood, Alicia Vikander, Alia Bhatt, Bryan Cranston, Cillian Murphy, David Jonsson, Delroy Lindo, Emily Watson, Erin Doherty, Ethan Hawke, Gillian Anderson, Glenn Close, Hannah Waddingham, Kate Hudson, Kathryn Hahn, Kerry Washington, Little Simz, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Mia McKenna-Bruce, Michael B. Jordan, Miles Caton, Milly Alcock, Minnie Driver, Monica Bellucci, Noah Jupe, Olivia Cooke, Patrick Dempsey, Regé-Jean Page, Riz Ahmed, Sadie Sink, Stellan Skarsgård, Stormzy, and Warwick Davis.
Who are the performers at BAFTA 2026?
The ceremony will feature the first performance outside the US of “Golden,” the record-breaking track from KPop Demon Hunters, performed by Jae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami, the voices behind Huntr/X. Jessie Ware will also take the stage for a special “In Memoriam” tribute, delivering a moving cover of one of Barbra Streisand’s beloved classics.
When and where to stream BAFTA 2026 Live?
The BAFTAs 2026 ceremony will air on BBC One and stream on BBC iPlayer. As per Vogue, the ceremony will begin at 7 pm GMT. The global timings will differ. For Indian viewers: 12:30 AM IST, February 23, 2026For US viewers: 2 PM EST, February 22, 2026
