PARIS/LOSANGELES—Dorcel delivered a historic showing at the 2026 AVN Awards on Saturday night, January 24, earning seven major wins including the industry’s most coveted honor, Grand Reel, for Ricky Greenwood’s acclaimed feature Strip.
“The milestone marks Dorcel’s most successful AVN Awards performance to date and, notably, the first time a European company has won the Grand Reel award, cementing the studio’s place in AVN history,” a studio representative said.
Strip emerged as the evening’s standout title, capturing five AVN Awards including Grand Reel, Best Leading 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).
“The film’s sweeping success underscores Dorcel’s commitment to cinematic ambition, bold storytelling and top-tier production values on a global scale,” the rep added.
Director Ricky Greenwood continued his awards season dominance with an additional win for Best Art Direction for Play, further reinforcing his reputation for visually striking, immersive moviemaking.
Meanwhile, director Hervé Bodilis added to Dorcel’s winning tally as Couture secured Best Niche Movie or Series, “honoring the acclaimed franchise’s distinctive aesthetic and its celebration of fetish-focused erotic artistry.”
“This night is truly unforgettable for all of us at Dorcel,” the rep continued. “Winning seven AVN Awards—including the Grand Reel—is beyond anything we could have imagined and making history as the first European studio to receive that honor is incredibly meaningful. These awards reflect the passion, creativity and dedication of our directors, performers, writers and crews, who continue to push boundaries and elevate adult cinema on an international level. We’re deeply grateful to AVN and to everyone who supports and believes in the work we do.
"With this landmark achievement, Dorcel not only celebrates an all-time company record at the AVN Awards but also affirms its position as a global leader in premium adult entertainment—one unafraid to challenge expectations, cross borders and redefine excellence," the rep added.
Strip is streaming on DorcelVision.com and available on major VOD platforms. The DVD edition is distributed in the U.S. exclusively through Pulse Distribution.
For more information, visit Dorcel.com.
