The BAFTAs 2024: Margot Robbie continues the Barbie theme in a figure-hugging pink gown a

Margot Robbie, Emily Blunt, Emma Stone and Florence Pugh were among the star-studded arrivals for the 77th EE British Academy Film Awards held at the Royal Festival Hall on Sunday.

The biggest night in British film returned with actor David Tennant as host, with an array of guest presenters on hand to deliver awards throughout the night.

And despite the wet and miserable weather forecast, the sun was shining as the first stars arrived on the red carpet.

Barbie star Margot showed off her incredible figure in a pink and black strapless gown with matching gloves and heels.

The actress, 33, posed for snaps alongside her husband Tom Ackerley, also, 33, who looked dapper in a black tuxedo. 

Emily – who is nominated for playing Kitty in Oppenheimer – was a vision of beauty as she stormed the red carpet in a glamorous beaded gown with cut outs along the waist that showed off her lithe figure.

The glamorous garment was adorned with gems and clung to her hourglass curvesm flaring out into a fishtail hem.

Emily, 40, completed the look with a diamond and ruby necklace paired with matching earrings.

Elsewhere, Poor Things star Emma, 25, opted for a quirky orange gown with one puff sleeve as she beamed alongside Yorgos Lanthimos. 

Dune star Florence, 28, nearly suffered a wardrobe malfunction in the plunging silver bustier as she headed into the ceremony.

She teamed her glamorous ensemble with a dazzling silver necklace and an elegant black cape which wrapped around her arms.

Dua Lipa oozed confidence as she posed in a semi-sheer eye-catching red gown with a cape detail.

Daisy Edgar Jones, 25, put on a racy display in a plunging maroon gown with a daring thigh-high split and matching strappy heels as she was one of the first stars to arrive.

Meanwhile, Lily Collins exuded elegance in a figure-hugging black gown with floral detailing around the neckline, 80s-inspired puff sleeves and a gothic berry-coloured lip.

The Emily In Paris star, 34, elevated her height in platform heels and accessorised with silver drop earrings.

Meg Bellamy put on a very daring display on Sunday, as she arrived at the 77th EE British Academy Film Awards held at the Royal Festival Hall.

The Crown actress, 21, showed off her incredible figure in a dazzling one-sleeved black gown with a bejewelled neckline.

Her dress also boasted a daringly high slit at the side, leaving her toned leg on full display underneath.

Vogue Williams, 38, turned heads in a shimmering purple feather trim gown as the presenter was one of the first to arrive alongside Clara.

Clara Amfo, 39, flashed her black bra underneath a stylish mesh gown, teamed with silver heels and drop earrings.

David arrived on the red carpet with his beloved wife Georgia ahead of his presenting duties.

The Doctor Who star, 52, wiped away his nerves with a grinning smile as he posed up a storm for the cameras before heading into the ceremony.

He looked incredibly handsome in a vibrant navy and gold embroidered suit, while donning patent black shoes.

The presenter put on a loved-up display with his doting wife, 39, as they posed arm-in-arm on the carpet.

Georgia looked incredibly glamorous in a gold caped-pleated gown and added a simplistic black clutch bag to accessorise.

Alongside David presenting, actress and singer Hannah Waddingham will treat guests to an exclusive live music performance, while Sophie Ellis-Bextor will perform her iconic hit Murder on the Dancefloor after it enjoyed a new lease of life in Emerald Fennell’s BAFTA nominated Saltburn. 

Elsewhere the Guyanese-born, London-based film curator June Givanni will receive an Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema Award.

Actress Samantha Morton’s lengthy career will also be rewarded with a BAFTA Fellowship, the arts charity’s highest accolade and handed out in recognition of outstanding and exceptional contribution to film, games or television.

Tennant, who is hosting the star-studded ceremony for the first time, recently admitted he was bewildered by the prospect of compering to so many people.

He told Variety : ‘I don’t know what to expect, if I’m honest with you. The whole thing just feels like one of those experiences you say “yes” to because it would be churlish not to. But what an amazing thing to be asked to do. What a privilege.’

The Scottish actor also insisted he will adopt a softer approach to the abrasive style used to great effect by Ricky Gervais at the Golden Globes.

‘I think the BAFTA mood is supportive and friendly,’ he added. ‘Ricky Gervais is brilliant at what he does, but that wouldn’t be my style.

‘I don’t think I’ve quite got that sort of approach, so I think you just have to kind of be who you are, really. But we’ve got some good material that won’t leave anyone feeling got at.’

Tennant revealed he was in complete shock when he received an email asking if he wanted to host the annual awards show.

Speaking to the Radio Times , he said: ‘Right now, a month out, it feels like a bit of a thrill and a lark.

‘An extraordinary opportunity to do something very unusual and exciting. People keep asking me how nervous I am, how I’m preparing for it and so on, and that’s beginning to make me nervous.

‘Who knows why they’ve asked me! I just thought I’d say yes before they realised they’ve sent the email to the wrong person.’

BAFTA CEO Jane Millichip confirmed the academy was ‘over the moon’ that Tennant would be hosting the ceremony.

She said: ‘He is deservedly beloved by British and international audiences, alike.

‘His warmth, charm and mischievous wit will make it a must-watch show next month for our guests at the Royal Festival Hall and the millions of people watching at home.’

Guest presenters on the night will include Bryce Dallas Howard , Callum Turner, Cate Blanchett , Chiwetel Ejiofor, Daisy Edgar Jones , David Beckham, Deepika Padukone, Dua Lipa, Emma Corrin , Gillian Anderson , Hugh Grant , Idris Elba, Jack O’Connell, Lily Collins , Rebecca Ferguson and Taylor Russell.

Emma Baehr, Executive Director of Awards & Content said: ‘It is a privilege to welcome so many nominees to the EE BAFTA Film Awards this Sunday, representing some of the best on-screen and behind-the-screen creative talent working in film today who have provided audiences worldwide with an incredible year of film.

‘It is a joy to bring these 38 remarkable films and the teams that made them to public attention.

‘With host David Tennant bringing his charm and charisma to the ceremony, and performances from Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Hannah Waddingham, it promises to be an entertaining show for all our nominees and guests at the Royal Festival Hall and the millions of people watching at home around the world.’

In 2023, acting veteran Richard E. Grant graced the stage as the BAFTAs host, and during his opening monologue referenced the notorious 2022 Academy Awards moment when movie star Will Smith slapped presenter Chris Rock across the face.

He told the star-studded crowd: ‘Nobody on my watch gets slapped tonight – except on the back.’

In 2022, Pitch Perfect and Bridesmaids actress Rebel Wilson made risqué jokes about the royal family, Russian president Vladimir Putin, the gender pay gap, flop film Cats – in which she starred – and her recent weight loss.

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts is a world-leading independent arts charity that draws attention to the best of film, games and television and supports the development of creative talent in the United Kingdom and the wide world.

The organisation also celebrates excellence and nurtures fresh talent through year-round workshops, scholarships, masterclasses, mentoring schemes and lectures.

The nominees for the BAFTA EE Rising Star Award were announced on January 10, with the official longlist of nominations unveiled on January 18.

This year’s ceremony is two hours long and will be broadcast from 7:00pm until 9:00pm on BBC One and will available to stream on BBC iPlayer.