The 2024 Writers Guild Awards celebrated some of the biggest names in the film and television industry, with Alexander Payne’s “The Holdovers” and Cord Jefferson’s “American Fiction” taking home top honors.
At simultaneous ceremonies held in Los Angeles and New York, Cord Jefferson was a big winner, not only taking home the award for Adapted Screenplay but also the prestigious Paul Selvin Award. Errol Morris also received recognition for his documentary “The Pigeon Tunnel.”
On the television side, Succession, The Bear, and Beef completed their awards-season sweeps with wins for Drama Series, Comedy Series, and Limited Series. The Last of Us and The Simpsons were also recognized for New Series and Animation, respectively.
The event, hosted by Niecy Nash-Betts in Los Angeles and Josh Gondelman in New York, also saw honors bestowed upon Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Sarah Silverman: Someone You Love, and I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson.
Additionally, the WGA East highlighted various individuals and groups for their contributions to the industry, solidifying the night as a celebration of talent and creativity in the world of writing.
Overall, the 2024 Writers Guild Awards were a night to remember, showcasing the best and brightest in film and television writing talent.