February 8, 2025: At the 30th Critics Choice Awards held on Friday (early Saturday morning in India) at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California, Baby Reindeer claimed the prestigious award for Best Limited Series. The Netflix British black comedy-drama thriller, created and starring Richard Gadd, won over a competitive field that included notable contenders like Disclaimer, Masters of the Air, and The Penguin.
Based on Gadd’s autobiographical one-man show, Baby Reindeer follows the story of Donny Dunn, a comedian whose life is turned upside down by a disturbing relationship with a stalker, Martha, portrayed by Jessica Gunning. The series has been widely praised for its sharp writing, dark humor, and emotional depth, making it a standout in the limited series category.
At the same ceremony, Jessica Gunning earned the award for Best Supporting Actress in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television for her gripping performance as Martha Scott. Gunning’s portrayal of a complex character with a criminal past has been lauded, cementing her status as one of the year’s most talented performers.
In her emotional acceptance speech, Gunning expressed heartfelt gratitude to Richard Gadd, saying, “He changed my life actually, choosing me to play Martha, so I want to say thank you to him for everyone.” She also thanked the entire Baby Reindeer team, recognizing the collective effort behind the show’s success.
Baby Reindeer has been a major hit, not only winning critical acclaim but also securing several awards, including six Primetime Emmy Awards. The accolades include Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series, Outstanding Writing, and Outstanding Lead Actor for Richard Gadd.
The 30th Critics Choice Awards ceremony, which was originally scheduled for January 12 but delayed due to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, was hosted by Chelsea Handler. Along with Baby Reindeer, the event also highlighted the success of films such as Conclave and Wicked, and celebrated top television series, with Shogun leading nominations.
The prestigious awards ceremony was streamed live in India on Lionsgate Play, allowing international audiences to join in the celebration of the year’s best in film and television.