2018 Entertainment Awards Show Guide

With the 2018 Golden Globes already under our belt, this year's awards season is officially in full swing! That means glamorous red carpets, inspiring (and sometimes strange) acceptance speeches, unpredicted wins and spontaneous moments. But with so many awards shows to keep track of, it can get a bit confusing. That's where we come in.

Consider this your complete guide to this year's awards shows. We're telling you everything you need to know, from what the heck the "SAG" stands for in SAG Awards to what the difference is between the Academy Awards and the Oscars. (Spoiler alert: They're the same thing.)

Most importantly, though, we're giving you the total rundown on when and where to watch all of the big events, including the Critics' Choice Awards on Jan. 11. So let the count down begin, and good luck predicting the winners!

2018 Critics’ Choice Awards

Watch It On: Thursday, Jan. 11 at 8 p.m. EST on the CW

Why You Should Watch: Hosted by Olivia Munn this year, the star-studded Critics Choice Awards (presented by the Broadcast Film Critics Association and the Broadcast Television Journalists Association) has been hailed as one of the best predictors of who will win Academy Awards.

2018 Screen Actors Guild Awards

Watch It On: Sunday, Jan. 21 at 8 p.m. EST on TBS and TNT

Why You Should Watch: For the first time in its 52-year history, the SAG Awards will have a host. And that honor has gone to Kristen Bell this year. The awards show recognizes outstanding performances in film and prime time television, and it is often a good indicator of success at the Academy Awards.

2018 Academy Awards (AKA The Oscars)

Watch It On: Sunday, March 4 at 8 p.m. EST on ABC

Why You Should Watch: Because it's the Oscars, which is basically the be all end all of awards shows! You'll also get to see Jimmy Kimmel reprise his role as host at the 90th annual Academy Awards. The nominees of Hollywood’s Biggest Night Awards will be announced on Tuesday, Jan. 23.

Watch Kimmel tell us his wish for the upcoming 2018 Oscars:

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