The following dates apply for the 31st annual CRITICS CHOICE AWARDS, honoring the finest in television achievement in 2025.

Monday, October 27, 2025
Submissions Open for New Below-the-Line Categories

Monday, November 24, 2025
Deadline for Submissions for New Below-the-Line Categories

Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Nominating Ballots Sent to CCA Film Branch Members

Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Below-the-Line NomComs Begin Deliberations

Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Below-the-Line NomComs End Deliberations

Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Deadline for Returning Nominating Ballots

Friday, December 5, 2025
Film Nominations Announced

Monday, December 22, 2025
Final Voting Begins

Friday, January 2, 2026
Final Voting Ends at 9:00 PM PT