best actor

There were a number of great performances by leading actors this year: we're glad we didn't have to come up with the nominees, because we'd have never been able to make up our minds. They aren't even all in English! Golden Globes Film News brings you the Golden Globe nominees for Best Actor.

Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama

• Russell Crowe
• Tom Cruise
• Ben Kingsley
• Sean Penn - winner
• Jude Law

Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy

• Jack Black
• Bill Murray - winner
• Johnny Depp
• Jack Nicholson
• Billy Bob Thornton