9th Saturn Awards

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9th Saturn Awards
DateJuly 27, 1982
SiteDGA Theater Complex,
Los Angeles, California
Hosted by Sandahl Bergman
Richard Lynch
Highlights
Most awards Raiders of the Lost Ark (7)
Most nominations Raiders of the Lost Ark (9)

The 9th Saturn Awards, honoring the best in science fiction, fantasy and horror film in 1981, were held on July 27, 1982. It was hosted by Sandahl Bergman and Richard Lynch at the Director's Guild Theater Complex on Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles, California. [1] [2] [3]

Contents

Winners and nominees

Below is a complete list of nominees and winners. Winners are highlighted in bold.

Film awards

Best Science Fiction Film Best Fantasy Film
Best Horror Film Best International Film
Best Low-Budget Film
Best Actor Best Actress
Best Supporting Actor Best Supporting Actress
Best Director Best Writing
Best Music Best Costumes
Best Make-up Best Special Effects

Special awards

Service Award

  • Gary "Zak" Sakharoff

President's Award

Life Career Award

Outstanding Film Award

Executive Achievement Award

Golden Scroll of Merit (Outstanding Achievement)

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