The DGA Awards, or Directors Guild of America Awards, are prestigious honors presented annually to recognize outstanding directorial achievements in film and television. Established in 1948, the awards celebrate the creative contributions of directors across various categories, including feature films, documentaries, and television series. The DGA Awards are determined by the Directors Guild of America, a labor organization representing thousands of directors and members of the directorial team. Winning a DGA Award is considered a significant achievement in the industry, often influencing the outcome of other major awards, such as the Academy Awards.