The stars aligned in Santa Monica for the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards on Jan. 12, 2020. Join Wonderwall.com as we take a look inside the celebration of film and TV's finest, starting with this shot of Nicole Kidman cuddling up to "Bombshell" co-star Charlize Theron. Now keep reading for more of the best pics from inside and backstage…
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Batman worlds collide! "The Dark Knight Rises" star Anne Hathaway presents the award for best actor in a film role to Joaquin Phoenix for his work in "Joker" during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
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Best supporting actress nominees Laura Dern and Jennifer Lopez pose together during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards presented by FIJI Water at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
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Best supporting actress nominees Jennifer Lopez and Laura Dern go in for a hug during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Eddie Murphy accepts the Lifetime Achievement Award during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Justin Hartley chats with his teen daughter, Isabella, during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Kristen Bell accepts the #SeeHer Award during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Phoebe Waller-Bridge and her sister, Isobel Waller-Bridge, share a laugh while posing with one of her awards for "Fleabag" during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards presented by Champagne Collet at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Laura Dern's daughter, Jaya Harper, joins her at the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards presented by FIJI Water at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Taye Diggs performs a musical number while opening the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Renee Zellweger accepts the award for best actress in a film for her work in "Judy" during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Greta Gerwig, Beanie Feldstein and Saoirse Ronan had a "Lady Bird" reunion during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Anne Hathaway shows off her post-baby body while presenting an award during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Robert De Niro and Al Pacino accept the award for best acting ensemble for "The Irishman" during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Lucy Hale enjoys a Pinkberry treat during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Kate Beckinsale presents an award during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Allegra Riggio feeds french fries from The Counter to husband Jared Harris during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
"Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood" star Julia Butters sits with director Quentin Tarantino during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards presented by FIJI Water at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Julia Butters accepts the award for best picture for "Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood" during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Laura Dern accepts the award for best supporting actress in a film for her work in "Marriage Story" during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Norman Lear accepts the award for best comedy special for "Live in Front of a Studio Audience: Norman Lear's All in the Family and The Jeffersons" during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
"The Good Place" co-stars D'Arcy Carden, Kristen Bell and Ted Danson catch up during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Phoebe Waller-Bridge accepts the award for best actress in a comedy series for her work on "Fleabag" during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Ava DuVernay and Niecy Nash pose together during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards presented by The Counter at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Joaquin Phoenix accepts the award for best actor in a film for his work in "Joker" during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Adam Driver and Keegan-Michael Key share a lively chat during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Kelly Clarkson presents an award during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
John Leguizamo chows down on a burger from The Counter during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Taye Diggs channels Dolemite while hosting the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Ava DuVernay and the cast of "When They See Us" accept the award for best limited series during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Rachel Brosnahan and Phoebe Waller-Bridge pose together during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards presented by FIJI Water at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Andrew Scott accepts the award for best supporting actor in a comedy series for his work on "Fleabag" during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Jharrel Jerome poses with his award for best actor in a movie or limited series for his work on "When They See Us" during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
"Prodigal Son" co-stars Michael Sheen and Tom Payne present an award together during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Al Pacino pours his FIJI Water into a glass during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
"Schitt's Creek" co-stars Eugene Levy and Catherine O'Hara present an award together during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Emily Ratajkowski cuddles up to husband Sebastian Bear-McClard, who produced "Uncut Gems," during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Alex Borstein accepts the award for best supporting actress in a comedy series for her work on "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Lupita Nyong'o dons glasses to present an award during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Kaitlyn Dever snacks on a Cold Stone Creamery treat during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Billy Crudup accepts the award for best supporting actor in a drama series for his work on "The Morning Show" during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
"GLOW" co-stars Betty Gilpin and Alison Brie sit together during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Seth Meyers accepts the award for best talk show for "Late Night with Seth Meyers" during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Jean Smart accepts the award for best supporting actress in a drama series for her work on "Watchmen" during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
"Judy" co-stars Jessie Buckley and Renee Zellweger pose together during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards presented by Champagne Collet at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.
Jeremy Strong accepts the award for best actor in a drama series for his work on "Succession" during the 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica on Jan. 12, 2020.