Apple had its strongest showing yet at the 31st Annual Critics Choice Awards. Three TV series and one film won a total of seven awards. The result marks a clear step forward for Apple TV as a serious awards contender, not just a growing streaming platform.
For years, Apple’s presence at major award shows stayed limited. One project would win. The rest would walk away empty-handed. This time, the outcome looked different. Four Apple titles took home trophies across comedy, drama, and film categories. The sweep reflects how far the platform’s originals have come in both craft and audience appeal.
Critics recognized Apple’s work across genres. Comedy led the night, but drama and film followed close behind. Each win added to a broader pattern that has developed over the past year. Apple’s shows are no longer just well-reviewed. They are winning in competitive fields.
Below is a breakdown of every Apple title that earned a Critics Choice Award.
“The Studio”
- Best Comedy Series
- Best Actor in a Comedy Series: Seth Rogen
- Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series: Ike Barinholtz
“Pluribus”
- Best Actress in a Drama Series: Rhea Seehorn
“Severance”
- Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: Tramell Tillman
“F1”
- Best Editing: Stephen Mirrione
- Best Sound: Al Nelson, Gwendolyn Yates Whittle, Gary A. Rizzo, Juan Peralta, Gareth John
Each win carried weight on its own. Together, they set a new record for Apple at the Critics Choice Awards. More importantly, they confirmed a shift that has been building over the past year. Apple’s originals are no longer on the edge of awards conversations. They now sit at the center of them.
Apple later shared a full newsroom statement outlining the scope of the achievement. The company confirmed that this year marked its highest total of Critics Choice wins to date. It also placed the result in a longer context of awards momentum across television, film, and documentary categories in recent years.
The wins also highlight the range of Apple’s programming. “The Studio” delivered comedy recognition at the highest level. “Pluribus” and “Severance” secured major acting honors in drama. “F1” proved that Apple’s film division can compete in technical categories that often go to long-established studios.
For viewers, the message is simple. Apple TV now offers more than polished originals. It delivers award-winning series and films that stand up against the industry’s best. All four winning titles are currently available to stream with an active subscription.
Looking ahead, Apple is not slowing down. New premieres are set to roll out in early 2026, adding fresh titles to a growing library of recognized work. After this year’s performance, expectations are no longer modest. Apple has shown it can win. Now the industry will watch to see if it can repeat the feat.
