Awards
Thompson on Hollywood
John Malkovich, Matt Damon, and Glenn Close are also Acting Academy Award-less. We rank the overlooked contenders from likeliest to least likely.
Thompson on Hollywood
The rare nonfiction romance is opening a year after its promising Telluride launch. "Why can't docs be about happiness and joy?," asks Oscar winner Orlando von Einsiedel.
The Lead Up
IndieWire Awards Editor Marcus Jones and TV Critic Ben Travers debate which series will win and which series should win at the 2026 Primetime Emmys on Monday, September 14.
Thompson on Hollywood
The Canadian comedian tells IndieWire how Lawrence Kasdan convinced him to become the subject of the Netflix Emmy-nominated documentary, "Marty, Life Is Short."
The DARCYs
The nominations for the inaugural Easterseals Disability Arts & Culture Awards (The DARCYS) include "The Pitt" and "All Her Fault.”
Consider This
Director Jake Schreier tells IndieWire about the joys of long takes and using visuals to create a visceral sense of character.
My Favorite Scene
The Emmy-nominated actor breaks down his favorite scene from "Death by Lightning," why he loves the "'Deadwood'-ification" of history, and his onscreen bond with Shea Whigham: "I want to giggle like a schoolgirl just thinking about how fun it was to do that with him."
Judges' Table
Casting director Ron Mare tells IndieWire about why casting "Top Chef" has only gotten more interesting the longer the show has run.
Thompson on Hollywood
One actress, Sandra Hüller, with four high-octane roles, could land both Best Actress and Supporting Actress nominations.
Consider This
Before she was cast in the Apple TV hit, the first-time Emmy nominee had never even been to Los Angeles. Now, she tells IndieWire, she's basking in the kind of "fairy tale" she knows doesn't happen often. At least BFF Jonathan Bailey can advise on navigating all that.
Spirit Awards
In addition to the Best International First Feature and Digital Creator Award categories, Film Independent has added the Berlinale as a qualifying festival for the 2027 Film Independent Spirit Awards.
Consider This
The "Daily Show" correspondent tells IndieWire about the origins of "Desi Lydic Foxsplains" and discusses its evolution from pandemic-era experiment to YouTube sensation.
