Dorcel's film "Strip" has made history at the 2026 AVN Awards, earning seven major wins including the Grand Reel Award for Best Picture. The studio's success underscores its commitment to cinematic ambition and bold storytelling.
AVN Awards Recap
The 2026 AVN Awards took place on January 24, with Dorcel emerging as one of the top winners of the evening. In addition to the Grand Reel Award for "Strip," the studio won five other awards: Best Lead Actor for Tommy Pistol, Best Cinematography (Matt Holder), Best Hair & Make-Up (Milla Van Damme, Raven Lux, Iggy, Lilith Manson and Alexxx Moon), and Best Screenplay (Shawn Alff).
Dorcel's Dominance
Dorcel's success at the 2026 AVN Awards marks a milestone for the European studio. The Grand Reel Award is one of the industry's most coveted honors, and Dorcel's win cements its place in AVN history as the first European company to receive this award.
Strip: A Critical Success
"Strip" was a standout title at the 2026 AVN Awards, with five wins for the film. The screenplay, written by Shawn Alff, was praised for its strong storytelling and bold themes. Director Ricky Greenwood's vision brought the story to life with confidence, style, and purpose.
Other Notable Winners
In addition to Dorcel's success, other notable winners at the 2026 AVN Awards included director Hervé Bodilis, who won for Best Art Direction for "Play." The film "Couture" also secured a win for Best Niche Movie or Series.
Key Facts
- Dorcel's "Strip" won seven major awards at the 2026 AVN Awards, including the Grand Reel Award for Best Picture.
- The Grand Reel Award is one of the industry's most coveted honors and marks a milestone for Dorcel as the first European company to receive this award.
- Shawn Alff won Best Screenplay for "Strip" at the 2026 AVN Awards.
- Ricky Greenwood directed "Strip" and also won an award for Best Art Direction for "Play."
- Hervé Bodilis won for Best Niche Movie or Series for "Couture."
