2026 ACE Eddie Awards Celebrate Editing Excellence Across Film and TV

From blockbuster dramas to animated sensations, the annual ceremony honors the best in cinematic and television editing.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 4:56am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a tangle of colorful film reels, capturing the intricate textures and high-contrast lighting of the editing equipment used to craft cinematic masterpieces.The glamour and technical mastery of film editing take center stage at the prestigious ACE Eddie Awards.Fullerton Today

The 2026 ACE Eddie Awards, hosted by UCLA's Royce Hall, have unveiled their winners, celebrating remarkable achievements in film and television editing. Warner Bros. dramas 'Sinners' and 'One Battle After Another' dominated the feature film categories, while Netflix's animated hit 'KPop Demon Hunters' pulled off a surprise win for Best Edited Animated Feature. The event also recognized excellence in TV editing, with HBO Max's 'The Pitt' and HBO's 'The Penguin' among the top honorees. Special awards were presented to industry legends like Ang Lee and Arthur Forney, highlighting their invaluable contributions.

Why it matters

The ACE Eddie Awards are considered a strong predictor of the Academy Awards for Best Editing, making this year's winners ones to watch as the Oscars approach. The ceremony also showcases the diverse range of talent and storytelling across film and television, from blockbuster dramas to innovative animated series, underscoring the vital role of editing in bringing these creative visions to life.

The details

The 2026 ACE Eddie Awards ceremony celebrated editing excellence across multiple categories. In the feature film drama category, Michael P. Shawver's work on 'Sinners' earned the top prize, while Andy Jurgensen won for the comedy 'One Battle After Another'. The animated feature category saw a surprise win for Netflix's 'KPop Demon Hunters', edited by Nathan Schauf. On the television side, HBO Max's 'The Pitt' and HBO's 'The Penguin' took home the awards for Best Edited Drama Series and Limited Series, respectively.

  • The 2026 ACE Eddie Awards ceremony took place on April 11, 2026 at UCLA's Royce Hall.
  • The winners were announced during the live event.

The players

Michael P. Shawver

Editor of the feature film 'Sinners', which won the award for Best Edited Feature Film (Drama, Theatrical).

Andy Jurgensen

Editor of the feature film 'One Battle After Another', which won the award for Best Edited Feature Film (Comedy, Theatrical).

Nathan Schauf

Editor of the animated feature film 'KPop Demon Hunters', which won the award for Best Edited Animated Feature Film.

Ang Lee

Acclaimed filmmaker who was recognized as the ACE Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year.

Arthur Forney

Emmy-winning editor-director who received the ACE Career Achievement Award.

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What they’re saying

“The impact of animated films is often overlooked, but 'KPop Demon Hunters' has proven that animation is a powerful art form deserving of recognition and celebration.”

— Nathan Schauf, Editor of 'KPop Demon Hunters'

“The ACE Eddie Awards have a rich history of predicting Academy Award winners, and this year's winners are certainly ones to watch as the Oscars approach.”

— Asif Ali, Host of the 2026 ACE Eddie Awards

What’s next

The winners of the 2026 ACE Eddie Awards will now be closely watched as they compete for the prestigious Academy Awards for Best Editing. The Oscars ceremony is scheduled to take place on March 2, 2027, where the Eddie winners will face off against other top contenders in the field.

The takeaway

The 2026 ACE Eddie Awards have once again showcased the incredible talent and creativity within the film and television editing community. From blockbuster dramas to innovative animated series, the winners have proven that editing is a vital component in bringing these stories to life and captivating audiences. The event's ability to predict future Oscar winners also underscores the significance of the ACE Eddie Awards in the industry.