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Here is everything you need to know about the 2026 AARP Movies for Grownups Awards.

What is Movies for Grownups Awards about?

The Movies for Grownups Awards is an annual awards event presented by AARP that recognizes exceptional movies and television programs featuring stories, creators, and performers aged 50 and older. The awards aim to celebrate meaningful storytelling that reflects mature experiences while encouraging Hollywood to produce more content for older audiences.

Beyond honoring entertainment achievements, the event also raises funds for the AARP Foundation, supporting programs that strengthen financial stability and well-being for older adults across the United States.

When and what time does the 2026 Movies for Grownups Awards start?

The 2026 AARP Movies for Grownups Awards premieres on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET/6 p.m. CT on PBS, with the broadcast airing as part of the Great Performances programming lineup.

Movies for Grownups Awards 2026 Winners list

• Best Picture: Hamnet
• Best Director: Guillermo del Toro – Frankenstein
• Best Actor: George Clooney – Jay Kelly
• Best Actress: Laura Dern – Is This Thing On?
• Best Supporting Actor: Delroy Lindo – Sinners
• Best Supporting Actress: Regina Hall – One Battle After Another
• Best Screenwriter: Paul Thomas Anderson – One Battle After Another
• Best Ensemble: One Battle After Another
• Best Intergenerational Film: Sentimental Value
• Best Period Film: Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere
• Best Documentary: My Mom Jayne
• Best TV Series: The Pitt
• Best TV Actor: Noah Wyle – The Pitt
• Best TV Actress: Kathy Bates – Matlock
• Career Achievement Award: Adam Sandler

Who is hosting the awards?

The 2026 Movies for Grownups Awards is hosted by Alan Cumming, who returns to lead the ceremony with his signature wit and stage presence.

Is Grownups Awards 2026 Suitable for All Ages?

The event is suitable for a broad audience, including families, since it focuses on award presentations and entertainment highlights without mature or explicit content. It is typically considered appropriate for viewers of most age groups.

On What Devices Can You Watch PBS?

You can stream PBS content across many supported devices.

Device Category	Supported Devices
Smart TVs	Samsung Smart TV, LG Smart TV, Android TV
Streaming Devices	Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast
Mobile Devices	iPhone, iPad, Android phones and tablets
Computers	Windows PC, Mac via web browsers
Game Consoles	Select PlayStation and Xbox models
Web Browsers	Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge

FAQs

Who organizes the Movies for Grownups Awards?
The awards are organized by AARP, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering older adults and advocating for issues affecting people over 50, including representation in media and entertainment.

Why are the Movies for Grownups Awards important?
The ceremony highlights stories and performances that resonate with mature audiences, helping encourage the film and television industry to create more meaningful roles and projects for older performers and viewers.

Where was the 2026 ceremony recorded?
The 2026 awards were held at the Beverly Wilshire in Los Angeles, where nominees, winners, and industry guests gathered for the live event before its television broadcast.

What is the Career Achievement Award given for?
The Career Achievement Award honors an individual whose body of work has made a lasting impact on entertainment. In 2026, Adam Sandler received the honor for his decades of success across comedy and dramatic roles.

How long has the Movies for Grownups Awards existed?
The awards began in 2002 as part of AARP The Magazine before evolving into a full annual ceremony that has been televised nationally on PBS since 2018.

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