SAG-AFTRA Announces Dates for Upcoming Actor Awards

SAG-AFTRA has officially announced the dates for its upcoming Actor Awards ceremonies, which will be streamed live on Netflix. The 33rd Annual Actor Awards is scheduled for Sunday, February 28, 2027, at 8 p.m. ET, while the 34th Annual Actor Awards will take place on Sunday, February 20, 2028. Both events are positioned strategically two weeks prior to the corresponding Academy Awards ceremonies, which are set for March 14, 2027, and March 5, 2028.

Deadline HollywoodHollywood ReporterVariety Magazine

The Actor Awards, formerly known as the SAG Awards, are notable for being the only televised awards dedicated exclusively to honoring actors in both film and television. The winners are determined by the more than 160,000 eligible members of SAG-AFTRA, making it the largest voting body in the awards landscape. The awards recognize outstanding performances across 15 categories, including both individual and ensemble achievements.

Variety Magazine

Historically, the Actor Awards have served as a significant predictor for the Oscars. For instance, all four acting winners from the recent ceremony—Michael B. Jordan for “Sinners,” Jessie Buckley for “Hamnet,” Sean Penn for “One Battle After Another,” and Amy Madigan for “Weapons”—subsequently won Academy Awards. The ensemble prize was awarded to “Sinners,” while “One Battle After Another” took home the Oscar for Best Picture.

The Wrap

SAG-AFTRA emphasized the importance of the Actor Awards in the awards season, noting that the timing of the 2027 ceremony coincides with the final round of Oscars voting, which runs from February 25 to March 1. This overlap has led to speculation that the outcomes of the Actor Awards may influence Academy voters. SAG-AFTRA has indicated that additional key dates and deadlines related to the Actor Awards will be announced in the coming weeks.

Deadline HollywoodHollywood ReporterVariety Magazine

While the Actor Awards are widely respected, some critics argue that the awards may not always accurately reflect the broader industry trends, particularly in the Best Picture category. The ensemble award for “Sinners” was seen as a less reliable indicator of the eventual Oscar winner, which went to “One Battle After Another.” This discrepancy highlights ongoing debates about the predictive value of various awards in the lead-up to the Oscars.

The Wrap

• “As such, they are a prime bellwether for the Oscar acting and Best Picture races, with Michael B.” — SAG-AFTRA Representative

Deadline Hollywood

The upcoming Actor Awards are poised to maintain their status as a key event in the awards season, with the potential to shape the outcomes of the Academy Awards that follow.

The Wrap