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‘Under the Banner of Heaven’ Nabs Two Critics Choice Award Nominations

ByJules December 6, 2022December 6, 2022

The Critics Choice Association has announced the television category nominees for the upcoming 28th Annual Critics Choice Awards! The acclaimed series Under the Banner of Heaven scored two nominations.

Best Limited Series
Best Actor in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television (Andrew Garfield)

Under the Banner of Heaven covers the true story of the infamous Lafferty murders through the eyes of victim Brenda Lafferty (Daisy Edgar-Jones) and Jeb Prior (Andrew Garfield), the devout Mormon detective investigating while experiencing a crisis of faith. Along the way, the series delves deep into the origins of the Mormon faith and how it may have influenced the shocking crime. Both Edgar-Jones and Garfield have earned rave reviews for their performances alongside the star-studded ensemble.

To see the full list of television nominees, go here. Stay tuned for the nominees for the film categories, which will be announced on December 14 at 9 a.m. PT/12 p.m. ET.

Winners will be revealed live during the gala at the Fairmount Century Plaza in Los Angeles on Sunday, January 15, 2023 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. ET (PT will be delayed).

Jules

I am a nurse and dedicated nerd from Boston, MA. When I'm not at work, I'm rewatching old favorites like Supernatural or discovering my new obsessions (too many to count!). When not fangirling, I can be found reading, writing, or listening to a true crime podcast. You can find me on Twitter @juleswritesblog for more nerdy nonsense.