‘Wicked’ and ‘Conclave’ Lead 2025 Critics Choice Film Nominations

The two films each earned 11 nominations, including Best Picture, as the awards season heats up ahead of the January ceremony.

The 30th Critics Choice Awards announced nominations, with 'Wicked' and 'Conclave' leading the pack at 11 nods each, including Best Picture and Best Acting Ensemble.
'Wicked' garnered nominations for Cynthia Erivo (Best Actress), Ariana Grande (Best Supporting Actress), and Jon M. Chu (Best Director), alongside recognition for cinematography, production design, and visual effects.
'Conclave' received nominations for Ralph Fiennes (Best Actor), Isabella Rossellini (Best Supporting Actress), Edward Berger (Best Director), and categories like adapted screenplay and score.
Other top contenders include 'Dune: Part Two' and 'Emilia Pérez,' each with 10 nominations, followed by 'The Brutalist' with nine and 'Anora' with seven.
The Critics Choice Awards will take place on January 12, 2025, and air live on E!, hosted by Chelsea Handler.