Awards season is in full swing, and film enthusiasts are surely thriving. Pinoy cinephiles won’t need to miss a thing, because once again, the glitz and glamor of the annual British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) is streaming exclusively on Lionsgate Play, live from London’s Royal Festival Hall on February 22, 2026, Sunday at 7 PM GMT.
Filipino audiences
can join the festivities through Lionsgate Play’s real-time stream on February
23, Monday, 1:30 AM (Philippine time). The full program will also be available
for streaming on demand, so viewers can revisit the highlights anytime they want.
What to expect at
the 2026 BAFTAs
Each year, the
BAFTAs gather the most brilliant talents for a night of celebration,
high-stakes competition, and tributes. Similar to the United States’ Academy
Awards, the BAFTAs celebrate and honor the best in British and international
film industry.
This year, the
prestigious awards ceremony is set to recognize many notable works in the world
of film. Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another leads with 14
nominations, followed by Ryan Coogler’s genre-defying supernatural thriller Sinners
with 13 nods, and Chloe Zhao’s haunting historical drama Hamnet with 11
nominations.
Josh Safdie’s
directorial debut for Marty Supreme comes strong, with his high-voltage
sports comedy drama starring Timothee Chalamet earning 11 nominations,
including Best Film and Director.
It’s a big year for
gothic films, as Guillermo del Toro’s gothic epic Frankenstein earns 8
nods, with Jacob Elordi nominated for Best Supporting Actor and Dan Laustsen
for Best Cinematography.
After hosting the
BAFTAs for two consecutive years, David Tennant bids goodbye to the stage. This
year, viewers can look forward to Alan Cumming’s charisma and bold fashion
choices.
Making the glamorous
event more special, the award-winning British singer-songwriter Jessie Ware
will be taking the stage to perform a special tribute during the In-Memoriam
Segment.
Why the 2026
BAFTAs are a must-watch
The excitement of
the glamorous night doesn’t stop there as the singing stars of K-pop
Demon Hunters will perform outside the US for the first time. Ejae
(Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey), the singing voices behind
HUNTR/X, will perform the record-breaking anthem “Golden.”
The 2026 BAFTA
Fellowship award will be given to NBCUniversal Entertainment’s Chairman Dame
Donna Langley DBE, who championed some of the most influential films in the
last two decades, including Oppenheimer, The Holdovers, Jurassic
World, Bridesmaids, and the record-breaking 2024 adaptation of Wicked.
How to watch the
2026 BAFTAs in the Philippines
Tune in for all the
excitement this February 23, Monday, as the BAFTAs will be livestreamed
in real time in the Philippines exclusively on Lionsgate Play. Here’s the
schedule:
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1:45 AM (PH time) – Red Carpet
Coverage begins, and see British and international
stars donning the most fashionable suits and gowns.
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3:00 AM (PH time) – The Main
Broadcast starts.
Lionsgate Play:
The Home of Global Awards
Beyond streaming the
2026 British Film Academy Awards exclusively, Lionsgate Play is a sanctuary for
cinephiles, housing award-winning titles you can stream year-round. Get started
with Michael B. Jordan’s 13-time nominated Sinners, or Celine Song’s
indie darling Past Lives. If you missed Christopher Nolan’s 2024 BAFTA
Champion Oppenheimer in the cinemas, learn about its gripping story and
see Cillian Murphy’s stellar performance. Lionsgate Play also hosts
award-winning series such as Sherlock, Normal People, and Gangs
of London.
Set your alarms and
get ready to witness cinematic excellence when you stream the 2026 BAFTAs on
Lionsgate Play. And don’t worry if you miss it or simply want to relive one of
the film industry’s biggest nights, as the magic of the silver screen is just one
tap away.
Get front-row seats
to the BAFTAs when you sign up for Lionsgate Play via PLDT Home, Smart, and
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