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The Producers Guild of America Awards have concluded for 2023, showcasing the best in film and television and offering a key glimpse into this year's Oscars race. The standout of the night was the film Anora, which captured the coveted Darryl F. Zanuck Award for Outstanding Producer of Theatrical Motion Pictures. This win follows its earlier triumph at the Director's Guild Awards and its recognition at the Critics Choice Awards, solidifying its position as a frontrunner for the Academy Awards.
Many industry insiders view the PGA Awards as a reliable predictor for Oscar success, especially in the Best Picture category. Since the Academy expanded its nominee list in 2009, the PGA's nominations have often matched those of the Oscars. This year is no exception, as eight of the ten PGA nominees also received nominations for Best Picture at the Oscars.
The full winners list from the 2023 PGA Awards highlights an impressive array of talent across various categories:
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Darryl F. Zanuck Award for Outstanding Producer of Theatrical Motion Pictures | Anora |
| Outstanding Producer of Animated Theatrical Motion Pictures | The Wild Robot |
| Outstanding Producer of Episodic Television – Drama | Shōgun |
| Outstanding Producer of Episodic Television – Comedy | Hacks |
| David L. Wolper Award for Outstanding Producer of Limited or Anthology Series Television | The Penguin |
| Outstanding Producer of Televised or Streamed Motion Pictures | The Greatest Night in Pop |
| Outstanding Producer of Non-Fiction Television | STEVE! (martin) a documentary in 2 pieces |
| Outstanding Producer of Live Entertainment, Variety, Sketch, Standup & Talk Television | Saturday Night Live |
| Outstanding Producer of Game & Competition Television | The Traitors |
| Outstanding Producer of Documentary Motion Picture | Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story |
| Outstanding Children’s Program | Sesame Street |
| Outstanding Short-Form Program | Shōgun – The Making of Shōgun |
| Outstanding Sports Program | Simone Biles Rising |
| PGA Innovation Award | Orbital |
This year's ceremony also echoed a strong message regarding the film and television industry’s need to return production to Los Angeles. PGA co-president Donald De Line passionately urged, "The movies made Los Angeles, and it’s time to move the movies back," highlighting a recurring theme of the evening.
As the anticipation builds for the 2023 Oscars, the PGA Awards have certainly set the stage and given fans and industry professionals a tantalizing preview of the potential winners. With Anora leading the charge, all eyes will be on the Academy to see if it can replicate this outcome.
Stay tuned for further updates as the awards season progresses, and catch our in-depth analyses of each nominated film and series as we get closer to the big night!
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