The 2024 Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards are set to take place on Saturday night in Los Angeles, and this year, the ceremony will be streamed live on Netflix for the first time ever. The event, which celebrates outstanding film and television performances, promises to be an exciting night filled with memorable moments.
This year’s awards hold particular significance as they are the first since the prolonged actors’ strike in Hollywood last year, which coincided with the Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike. The SAG Awards also mark the final major entertainment awards event before the highly anticipated Oscars ceremony next month.
Let’s take a closer look at what to expect from the 30th annual SAG Awards.
The Nominees
On the television side, the hit show “Succession” leads the pack with five nominations for its final season. Other notable nominees include “The Morning Show,” “Abbott Elementary,” “Ted Lasso,” and the critically acclaimed limited series “Beef,” which is available on Netflix.
In the movie category, all eyes are on “Barbenheimer,” as both “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” have received four SAG award nominations each. These films have captivated audiences with their exceptional performances and captivating storylines.
The Presenters
SAG has assembled an impressive lineup of presenters for this year’s ceremony. The show will be opened by the charismatic Idris Elba, setting the stage for an unforgettable evening. One of the most anticipated moments of the night will be the reunion of Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, and nominee Emily Blunt, who starred together in the iconic film “The Devil Wears Prada” back in 2006.
Other presenters include Danielle Brooks, Margot Robbie, Colman Domingo, Robert Downey Jr., Cillian Murphy, Sterling K. Brown, Michael Cera, Jessica Chastain, Billie Eilish, America Ferrera, Brendan Fraser, Taraji P. Henson, Greta Lee, Melissa McCarthy, Glen Powell, and Issa Rae. With such a star-studded lineup, viewers can expect an evening filled with glamour and excitement.
Special Moments
One of the most poignant moments of the night will undoubtedly be the In Memoriam segment, where the event will pay tribute to the stars we lost last year. This includes beloved actor Matthew Perry, who passed away in October at the age of 54. Audiences will be watching closely to see how the ceremony chooses to honor these talented individuals.
In addition to the In Memoriam segment, Jennifer Aniston, Perry’s co-star from the iconic sitcom “Friends,” will have the honor of presenting the SAG Life Achievement Award to the legendary Barbra Streisand. Streisand’s contributions to the entertainment industry as an actor, singer, producer, writer, and director are unparalleled, making this a truly special moment for both Aniston and Streisand.
How to Watch
For the first time ever, the SAG Awards will be available to stream live on Netflix. Viewers can tune in on Saturday, February 24 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT to catch all the action from the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall in Los Angeles. Prior to the ceremony, fashion enthusiasts can enjoy the SAG preshow and red carpet hosted by Tan France from “Queer Eye” and fashion editor Elaine Welteroth. The preshow will be streamed live on Netflix, YouTube, and TikTok at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT.
As the 2024 SAG Awards approach, anticipation is building for an unforgettable night celebrating the best performances in film and television. With a star-studded lineup of presenters, a diverse range of nominees, and special moments honoring the industry’s brightest stars, this year’s ceremony promises to be one for the books. Don’t miss out on the excitement as the SAG Awards make history by streaming live on Netflix.
