Golden Globes Ratings Rebound with 50% Increase, 'Oppenheimer' Emerges as Big Winner

The 81st Golden Globes, broadcasted by CBS, drew an average of 9.4 million viewers, marking a significant increase from the previous year. Universal's 'Oppenheimer' took home multiple awards, including Best Motion Picture – Drama.

The 81st Golden Globes, hosted by Jo Koy, saw a significant ratings rebound with an average of 9.4 million viewers, marking a 50% increase from the previous year.
The ceremony, which was broadcasted by CBS and streamed on Paramount+, featured the debut of two new categories: 'Cinematic and Box Office Achievement' and 'Best Performance in Stand-Up Comedy on Television.'
Universal's 'Oppenheimer' was the big winner of the night, taking home awards for Best Motion Picture – Drama, Best Director, and Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama.
Despite mixed reviews, the Golden Globes' viewership was the highest since before the pandemic, with the 2020 ceremony drawing 18.4 million viewers.
The Golden Globes have undergone significant changes in recent years, including an increase in membership to 300, new ownership, and a move to CBS, following controversies around the Hollywood Foreign Press Association's conduct and lack of diversity.