The Satellite Awards are handed out annually by the International Press Academy, honoring the best in film, television, DVD and new media in each calendar year. The awards ceremony takes place each December.

10th Annual Satellite Awards
Presented December 17, 2005
Nominated:

• Television Series, Comedy or Musical - Boston Legal
• Actor in a Series, Comedy or Musical - James Spader as Alan Shore
• Actress in a Series, Comedy or Musical - Candice Bergen as Shirley Schmidt
• Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television - William Shatner as Denny Crane

11th Annual Satellite Awards
Presented December 17, 2006
Nominated and won

• Actor in a Series, Comedy or Musical - James Spader as Alan Shore