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Golden Globes rules: Submissions can use AI, but conditions apply
08 May 2026

The Golden Globes have announced new rules for the Golden Globes, which will take place in January 2027.

One of the major changes is that artificial intelligence (AI) won't automatically disqualify films or performances from contention.

The new rules state that "all submissions must include a disclosure describing any generative AI used anywhere in the production."

AI's role in performances
Performance eligibility

The Golden Globes clarified: "Performances submitted for acting categories must be primarily derived from the work of the credited performer."

This means that a performance with some AI involvement could still qualify for a nomination.

However, if a performance is "substantially generated or created by artificial intelligence," then it won't be eligible.

The term "substantially generated or created" refers to how much AI "replaces or materially determines the performance itself, including the performer's expression, movement, or vocal delivery."

Key creative contributions must come from credited human individuals
Non-acting categories

For non-acting categories, the Golden Globes stated that a work remains eligible if the key "creative contributions in the relevant craft" come "primarily from credited human individuals." This applies to direction, writing, composition, and animation.

The use of AI or other generative tools should only serve as a supporting role and not replace human creative authorship.

In contrast, the Academy recently tightened its Oscars rules to protect actors and writers from AI's rise in Hollywood.

Major changes for the Golden Globes
Organizational transformation

The Golden Globes's new rules come after a period of major change for the Golden Globes, following a racial exclusion scandal in 2021 that led to the dissolution of the organizing body and more diversity initiatives.

The 2027 Golden Globes will be simulcast on CBS and Paramount+ on January 10, with nominations being announced on December 7 this year.