Los Angeles, California – The 2024 Writers Guild Awards were a night to remember, honoring outstanding talent in the film and television industry. The event, typically held in Los Angeles and New York, showcased the best in original and adapted screenplays, drama series, comedy series, and more.
Among the big winners were Alexander Payne’s “The Holdovers” and Cord Jefferson’s “American Fiction” in the film category. Jefferson, also honored with the WGA West’s Paul Selvin Award, continued his winning streak after his recent Oscar win for Adapted Screenplay. The event marked the end of the Awards season, with previous ceremonies like the Oscars leaving the WGA as the last entity to present awards for the year.
The WGA Awards also highlighted achievements in television, with HBO’s “Succession,” FX’s “The Bear,” and Netflix’s “Beef” sweeping their respective categories. From drama series to animation, the ceremony celebrated the best in storytelling across various platforms.
On the small screen, HBO’s “Succession” and Peacock’s “Poker Face” took home awards for Episodic Drama and Episodic Comedy respectively. HBO’s “The Last of Us” won the New Series category, while Fox’s “The Simpsons” claimed the Animation prize for the episode “Carl Carlson Rides Again.”
The Writers Guild presented a myriad of honors and tributes, including a special acknowledgment to members and leadership of IATSE, the Teamsters, SAG-AFTRA, and American Federation of Musicians for their support during the WGA’s 148-day strike last year. Additionally, individuals like Ron Nyswaner and Wanda Sykes were recognized for their contributions to the industry.
The event also featured the presentation of the Paddy Chayefsky Laurel Award for Television Writing Achievement to Linda Bloodworth Thomason, creator of “Designing Women” and “Evening Shade.” Chris Keyser, David A. Goodman, and Walter Hill were among the other recipients of prestigious awards at the ceremony.
Overall, the 2024 Writers Guild Awards served as a platform to celebrate creativity, talent, and dedication in the entertainment industry. With a diverse range of winners and a vibrant atmosphere, the event showcased the best of what the industry has to offer.