Director Ricky Greenwood and his associated casts and crews have received 64 nominations for the 2026 XMA Awards. The nominations acknowledge work across multiple studios and projects, including several major categories.
Greenwood's Extensive Nominations
Ricky Greenwood secured 64 nominations for the 2026 XMAs, as announced on November 26, 2025, at 4:01 PM PST from Hollywood, California. These nominations encompass various categories, including Director of the Year — Body of Work (Narrative).
Greenwood's work for Digital Playground, Dorcel, Adult Time, Mile High Media, and Hentaied PRO received recognition. Specific nominations include Best Picture and Director of the Year — Individual Work for "Deadly Vows," "Wanted," "Strip," and "The Parasite Queen." "TS Girls Do It Best" was nominated for Best Trans Movie.
Greenwood expressed gratitude to XBIZ for recognizing the efforts of his cast, crews, and himself. He also acknowledged the opportunity to work with studios and receive approval for projects, stating that the nominations were a significant recognition.
Project-Specific Recognitions
Several of Greenwood's projects garnered multiple nominations. Digital Playground's "Deadly Vows" received nominations for Best Picture and Best Drama Movie. Ricky Greenwood was nominated for Director of the Year — Individual Work for this film. Ryan Reid was nominated for Best Lead Actor, and Elly Clutch was nominated for Best Supporting Actor. "Deadly Vows" also received a Best Sex Scene – Drama Movie nod for Ryan Reid and Ricky Johnson’s scene, and Best Sex Scene – Career First for Ryan Reid, Damon Dice, Mazee the Goat, and Isiah Maxwell’s scene. Additional nominations for "Deadly Vows" included Best Editing, Best Cinematography, Best Screenplay, and Best Art Direction.
Another Digital Playground production, "Wanted," also received nominations for Best Picture and Best Drama Movie. Ricky Greenwood earned another Director of the Year — Individual Work nod for "Wanted." Blake Blossom was nominated for Best Lead Actor, and Kylie Rocket was nominated for Best Supporting Actor. Kylie Rocket, Charlotte Sins, and Victor Ray were nominated for Best Sex Scene – Drama Movie. The crew for "Wanted" was also nominated for Best Editing, Best Cinematography, Best Screenplay, and Best Art Direction.
Digital Playground's "Synthesis" also secured nominations, including Best Picture, Best Drama Movie, and Best Lead Actor for Seth Gamble. "Synthesis" also received a nomination for Best Sex Scene – Drama.
Upcoming XMA Awards Ceremony
Peer voting for the 2026 XMA Awards has commenced on XBIZ.net. The awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on Sunday, January 18, at the Hollywood Palladium. In line with established tradition, specific award categories within Web & Technology, Pleasure Products, and Retail will be presented during the two annual XBIZ Honors ceremonies.
Ricky Greenwood can be followed on X.com.
Key Facts
- Ricky Greenwood and his casts and crews received 64 nominations for the 2026 XMAs.
- Nominations include Best Picture and Director of the Year — Individual Work for "Deadly Vows," "Wanted," "Strip," and "The Parasite Queen."
- "TS Girls Do It Best" was nominated for Best Trans Movie.
- Greenwood was also nominated for Director of the Year — Body of Work (Narrative).
- The 2026 XMA Awards ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, January 18, at the Hollywood Palladium.
- Peer voting for the awards is currently underway on XBIZ.net.
