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Which Actors, Actresses, and Films Have Won the Most Goya Awards? Rankings of Awards and Nominations
Barcelona is already preparing to roll out the red carpet for the Goya Awards, Spain’s most prestigious film honors. These awards have sparked numerous events leading up to the gala, including a festive photocall at City Hall. This year, the spotlight will shine on esteemed actress Susan Sarandon, who will receive the Goya International award.
The ceremony takes place at the Forum of the Barcelona International Convention Center (CCIB), an impressive venue that can accommodate 3,084 guests and features a *stage that measures 30 meters long, 14 meters wide, and 14 meters high.* The preparations for this grand event continue right up until the last moment, ensuring a night to remember.
Which Actors and Actresses Have Received the Most Goya Awards?
1. Javier Bardem (6 Awards): Renowned actor Javier Bardem boasts an impressive six Goya Awards, out of eleven nominations. His accolades include five for *Best Leading Actor* and one for *Best Supporting Actor*. His celebrated performances come from films like *Counted Days* (1995), *Mouth to Mouth* (1996), *Mondays in the Sun* (2003), *The Sea Inside* (2005), *Biutiful* (2011), and *The Good Patron* (2022).
2. Carmen Maura (4 Awards): A leading figure in Spanish cinema, Carmen Maura has won four Goya Awards from six nominations. Her celebrated films include *Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown* (1989), *¡Ay, Carmela!* (1991), *The Community* (2001), and *Volver* (2007).
3. Verónica Forqué (4 Awards): The late Verónica Forqué also accumulated four Goya Awards during her illustrious career. With five nominations, her winning films include *The Year of Lights* (1987), *The Joyful Life* (1988), *Moors and Christians* (1988), and *Kika* (1994).
4. Eduard Fernández (4 Awards): Another formidable talent in Spanish film, Eduard Fernández has been nominated 14 times and has successfully claimed four Goya Awards for his roles in *While the War Lasts* (2020), *In the City* (2004), *Fausto 5.0* (2002), and *Marco* (2025).
5. Penélope Cruz (3 Awards): A frequently nominated actress, Penélope Cruz has won three Goya Awards, despite holding a remarkable 14 nominations. Her wins came from *Volver* (2007), *The Girl in Your Eyes* (1999), and *Vicky Cristina Barcelona* (2009).
6. Luis Tosar (3 Awards): Luis Tosar has bagged three Goya Awards from a total of ten nominations. His notable performances include *Cell 211* (2010), *I Give You My Eyes* (2004), and *Mondays in the Sun* (2003).
7. Juan Diego (3 Awards): This acclaimed actor has also won three Goya Awards for his roles in *Vete de Mí* (2007), *Paris-Timbuktu* (2000), and *El Rey Pasmado* (1992), with a total of nine nominations throughout his career.
8. Candela Peña (3 Awards): With three Goya Awards from eight nominations, Candela Peña has showcased her talent in films such as *I Give You My Eyes* (2004), *Princesses* (2006), and *A Gun in Each Hand* (2013).
9. Emma Suárez (3 Awards): Winning three Goya Awards from seven nominations, Emma Suárez is noted for her performances in *Julieta* and *The Next Skin* (both in 2007) and *The Dog in the Manger* (1997).
10. Fernando Fernán Gómez (3 Awards): A legendary figure in Spanish cinema, the late Fernando Fernán Gómez garnered three Goya Awards from six nominations, with winning films like *Mambrú Went to War* (1987), *Belle Époque* (1993), and *The Grandfather* (1999).
Goya Awards 2026: Best Leading Actor Nominations
- Alberto San Juan for *The Dinner*
- Miguel Garcés for *Los Domingos*
- José Ramón Soroiz for *Maspalomas*
- Mario Casas for *Very Far*
- Manolo Solo for *A Portuguese Quinta*
Goya Awards 2026: Best Leading Actress Nominations
- Ángela Cervantes for *The Fury*
- Patricia López Arnaiz for *Los Domingos*
- Nora Navas for *My Friend Eva*
- Susana Abaitua for *A Ghost in Battle*
- Antonia Zegers for *The Turtles*