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The BAFTA Awards 1949

★ 10.0/10 · 2 votes Reality 6 seasons · 226 eps Returning Series
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What is The BAFTA Awards?

The BAFTA Awards is a television series that presents awards for film, television, and games, including children's entertainment, at annual ceremonies across the UK and in Los Angeles, USA. The series is a part of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts' annual ceremonies, which have been held since 1949.

Type
TV series
Year
1949
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
226
Runtime
120 minutes
First aired
May 29, 1949
Last aired
May 10, 2026
Original language
EN
Origin
GB
Genres
Reality
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The BAFTA Awards is a television series that presents awards for film, television, and games, including children's entertainment, at annual ceremonies across the UK and in Los Angeles, USA. The series is a part of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts' annual ceremonies, which have been held since 1949. The ceremonies recognize excellence in various fields within the film, television, and gaming industries. The British Academy of Film and Television Arts is a prestigious organization that presents awards annually to honor outstanding achievements in these fields.

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“Experience the annual celebration of excellence in film, television, and games presented by the British Academy.”

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Reasons to watch
  • celebrates industry excellence
  • covers multiple entertainment mediums
Keep in mind
  • primarily focused on awards recognition

Watch it if you enjoy seeing industry professionals honored for their contributions to film, television, and games.

The content consists of awards ceremonies suitable for general audiences.

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Cast

Stephen Fry Host
Jonathan Ross Host
Michael Aspel Host
Joanna Lumley Host
Angus Deayton Self - Host
Billy Connolly Host
Michael Gambon Self - Winner
Mariella Frostrup Host
Davina McCall
Rory Bremner Host
Graham Norton Host
Clara Amfo Host

Episode guide

Season 1 · 79 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 72 episodes
Season 3 · 28 episodes
Season 4 · 15 episodes
Season 5 · 10 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What does BAFTA stand for?

BAFTA is the colloquial name for the British Academy of Film and Television Arts.

What categories of awards are presented?

The organization presents awards for film, television, and games, including children's entertainment.

Where are the ceremonies held?

Ceremonies are held at various locations across the United Kingdom and in Los Angeles, USA.

How often are the awards given?

The awards are presented annually.

When did the film awards begin?

The British Academy Film Awards have been held since 1949.