The 46th Golden Globe Awards, honoring the best in film and television for 1988, were held on January 28, 1989, at the Beverly Hilton and was televised in the United States by SuperStation TBS. This marked the first time the awards show aired exclusively on cable after six years on broadcast syndication. The nominations were announced on January 4, 1989.

The Golden Globe Awards are accolades bestowed for excellence in both American and international film and television. It is an annual award ceremony held since 1944 to honor artists and professionals and their work. The ceremony is normally held every January, and has been a major part of the film industry's awards season, which culminates each year in the Academy Awards. The eligibility period for the Golden Globes corresponds to the calendar year.