Which actress won the Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Comedy or Musical for 'If I Had Legs I'd Kick You'?

Rose Byrne took home the Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for her compelling performance in the 2025 film If I Had Legs I'd Kick You (Review) at the 2026 awards ceremony. This marked Byrne's first Golden Globe win, following previous nominations for her work in the television series 'Damages'. Her victory highlighted a performance that critics lauded for its raw intensity and emotional depth.

'If I Had Legs I'd Kick You' is a psychological drama, often described as a dark comedy or even a horror-comedy, written and directed by Mary Bronstein. In the film, Byrne portrays Linda, a psychotherapist pushed to her limits while navigating the immense stresses of caring for her daughter, who has a pediatric feeding disorder, and dealing with an absentee husband. The film delves into themes of maternal desperation and the overwhelming challenges of parenthood, presenting a portrait of a woman on the verge of a breakdown.

Byrne's portrayal of Linda resonated deeply with audiences and critics alike, earning her widespread acclaim. Beyond the Golden Globe, her performance also garnered her prestigious accolades such as the Silver Bear for Best Leading Performance at the Berlin (Review) International Film Festival and an Independent Spirit Award for Best Lead Performance. The film, distributed by A24, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2025 before its wider release later that year, cementing its place as a critically recognized work.