The “BAFTA TV Awards” return on Sunday, May 10, with the 2026 ceremony airing from London’s Royal Festival Hall. Greg Davies is hosting this year’s event, which should make for a livelier night than usual.
You can watch the “BAFTA TV Awards” online from anywhere with a VPN (try risk-free) – and potentially for free.
‘BAFTA TV Awards’ release date and time
The “BAFTA TV Awards” air on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 7pm BST on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in the UK.
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The awards themselves are shaping up around a strong field led by “Adolescence,” which has 11 nominations. “A Thousand Blows” follows with seven, while “Andor” and “Trespasses” have six each.
There’s also plenty beyond the competitive categories. Dame Mary Berry will receive the BAFTA Fellowship, and Martin Lewis is being honored with the Special Award, so this isn’t just a night for the biggest 2025 shows.
If you want the full experience, BAFTA is also running live red carpet coverage and backstage interviews on YouTube, which is useful if you’d rather not wait for the edited TV broadcast.
Below, I’ve broken down where to watch the “BAFTA TV Awards” in the UK, U.S., Canada and Australia, along with how to tune in while traveling.
Watch ‘BAFTA TV Awards’ for free
In the UK, the “BAFTA TV Awards” are available to stream for free on BBC iPlayer.
You will need to have a U.K. postcode (e.g. SE1 7PB) and a valid TV license.
Abroad this weekend? Unlock your free stream with NordVPN.
Watch ‘BAFTA TV Awards’ from anywhere
Traveling and blocked from your usual apps? A VPN, or virtual private network, lets your device appear to be back in your home country so you can securely use your existing subscriptions while abroad.
We’ve tested many options, and the best VPN you can get right now is NordVPN. It offers fast, reliable connections, works on most devices and comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Using a VPN is simple.
1. Install the VPN app on the device you’ll use. NordVPN is our pick.
2. Connect to a server in your home country. For example, choose a UK server to access BBC iPlayer while abroad.
3. Open your streaming app and play as normal.
Watch ‘BAFTA TV Awards’ in the U.K.
In the UK, the “BAFTA TV Awards” will air on BBC One and stream live and on demand via BBC iPlayer from 7pm BST on Sunday, May 10.
This is the easiest way to watch the full ceremony, and it’s also where you’ll find the broadcast version after it airs.
If you’re outside the UK on the day, a VPN like NordVPN can help you access your regular BBC iPlayer account.
Watch ‘BAFTA TV Awards’ in the U.S.
In the U.S., BritBox has previously been the place to stream the “BAFTA TV Awards.” However’ we are yet to get confirmation of whether it will be shown in 2026.
Traveling to the U.S. from the U.K.? a VPN such as NordVPN can help you log back into your usual service while abroad.
Watch ‘BAFTA TV Awards’ in Canada
It is the same pattern in Canada as America. If we hear anything we will let you know right here.
If you’re a Brit in the Great White North for work or on holiday and would prefer to stick with your usual U.K. streaming setup, you can watch via your normal services by using a VPN such as NordVPN.
Watch ‘BAFTA TV Awards’ in Australia
As with Canada and America, it could show on BritBox in Australia. We are yet to receive official confirmation though.
If you’re a Brit Down Under and want to watch the “BAFTA TV Awards” you can do so thanks to NordVPN.
‘BAFTA TV Awards’ schedule
Here’s the practical running order for the “BAFTA TV Awards”:
Red carpet coverage: usually from around 4pm BST on BAFTA’s YouTube channel
Main UK broadcast: Sunday, May 10 at 7pm BST on BBC One and BBC iPlayer
Who is hosting the ‘BAFTA TV Awards’?
Greg Davies is hosting the 2026 “BAFTA TV Awards.”
Can I watch the ‘BAFTA TV Awards’ red carpet?
Yes. BAFTA is streaming red carpet coverage and backstage interviews live on its official YouTube channel.
Who are the key nominees?
Among the main talking points this year, “Adolescence” leads with 11 nominations, followed by “A Thousand Blows” with seven and both “Andor” and “Trespasses” with six. “The Celebrity Traitors” also has five nominations, including a nod for Claudia Winkleman in Entertainment Performance.
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