Dorian Awards

GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics celebrates the best in film, television, and New York theater. Whether it’s a mainstream hit or an indie gem, we’re a group of queer critics ready to talk about it all.

What makes the Dorians special is that every award is decided by our members through a fully democratic process. Each critic and journalist in GALECA gets a say, ensuring that the awards reflect the collective voice of our community. The Dorians aren’t just about honoring great work, they’re about highlighting stories that matter, amplifying diverse perspectives, and shining a spotlight on entertainment that resonates with queer audiences and beyond.

2026 Dorian Awards

Film nomination ballots sent to GALECA members 

Tuesday December 23, 2025

Film nomination ballots due

Tuesday Jan. 6

Dorian Film Award nominations announced and final ballots sent to members

Wednesday Jan. 14

Final ballots due 

Tuesday Feb. 10

Winners announced at live Dorian Awards Toast in Los Angeles
Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Our theater awards are announced in June, and our television awards in July.

2026 Dorian Film Awards

2026 Dorian TV Awards

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Qualifications

Dorian Film Awards

  • There is no formal entry process for the Dorian Awards, and GALECA does not charge any submission fees.

    • Theatrical Release: Candidates must have had at least a limited theatrical release of one week in the U.S. during the award year.

    • Digital Release: Digital theatrical releases also qualify, as long as the film has not previously premiered on television, VOD, or a streaming service.

  • Candidates may qualify if they had a limited theatrical release, a digital theatrical release, or were their country’s official A.M.P.A.S. submission within the eligibility timeframe.

  • Nominees must be single feature-length releases.

  • We do not currently have a category for short films.

Dorian TV Awards

  • There is no formal entry process for the Dorian Awards, and GALECA does not charge any submission fees.

  • Miniseries, TV movies, reality shows, specials, and documentary programs can all be considered in the LGBTQ, Visually Striking, Unsung, and Campiest categories.

    • Titles on streaming platforms are considered TV.

    • Web series must have a consistent running time of at least 20 minutes per episode to be eligible.

    • We do not currently have a short-form TV category.

  • Series and miniseries (limited series) must have aired at least two-thirds of their run, including the debut episode or season premiere, by June 1 to be eligible for that year’s awards.

Categories

Past Winners