Awards

1961 Film Awards Season

Explore the most prestigious awards in cinema, celebrating excellence in filmmaking, acting, and technical achievement.

33rd Academy Awards

April 17, 1961

33rd Academy Awards

The 33rd Academy Awards honored movies released in 1960 and were held at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium on April 17, 1961. The ceremony featured a star-studded opening with Bob Hope, Janet Leigh, and Tony Curtis, and memorable wins including Best Picture for The Apartment, Best Actress for Butterfield 8, and awards in supporting and technical categories. Special honors were also presented, such as an Honorary Award to Pollyanna.

Total movies nominated

18

Total movies awarded

13

14th British Academy Film Awards

February 1, 1961

14th British Academy Film Awards

The British Academy Film Awards, presented by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, honour the best films of the previous year. The 14th edition, held in 1961, recognised the best films of 1960 across various categories including film, acting, and screenplay. The event celebrated both British and international cinematic achievements.

Total movies nominated

6

Total movies awarded

3

13th Directors Guild of America Awards

March 15, 1961

13th Directors Guild of America Awards

The Directors Guild of America Awards honor outstanding directorial achievements in film and television. The 13th edition recognized films from 1960, with the awards presented in 1961.

Total movies nominated

4

Total movies awarded

1

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