The Hollywood Creative Alliance has announced the nominees for the sixth annual Astra TV Awards. The full list was published on the award’s official website, showing off the variety and creativity shaping television today. In the Best Anime Series category, six series are up for the 2026 award. Among them is JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run (STEEL BALL RUN JoJo no Kimyō na Bōken), joining Dandelion, Mao, Witch Hat Atelier, Battle Rooster, and Sakamoto Days. The winners will be announced at the ceremony in Los Angeles on August 15.
The Hollywood Creative Alliance brings together film and television critics, entertainment journalists, industry figures, and creative professionals. The organization’s goal is to celebrate exceptional work in global entertainment and give a platform to the diverse voices shaping the field today. The group was previously known as the Hollywood Critics Association before adopting its current name to reflect its wider focus across creative media.
In past years, the Astra TV Awards have highlighted fan-favorite series such as Solo Leveling (Season 1) and Dragon Ball: Daima in the Best Anime Series category. This ongoing recognition shows how anime continues to influence the global storytelling scene, connecting with audiences far beyond its original fan base. Its presence at major Western award shows marks anime’s growth from a niche interest into a defining part of popular culture.
So far, only the first episode of the new JoJo's Bizarre Adventure chapter has premiered on Netflix. The platform plans to release the remaining episodes of Steel Ball Run later this fall. This adaptation of Hirohiko Araki’s acclaimed manga has been fueling excitement among longtime fans who have followed the Joestar family’s journey through time and across continents. With its mix of gripping storytelling, striking visuals, and imaginative settings, the new season is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about anime releases of the year.
