Story highlights "La La Land" scored most movie nods, followed by "Moonlight"

HBO led all TV networks with 14 nominations

(CNN) "La La Land" is the early darling among contenders for the 74th Golden Globe Awards announced Monday by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. The movie pulled in seven nominations, including best picture, best director and best actor and actress nods for its stars, Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone.

Stone called it "a great way to start a Monday."

"I am so honored to be a part of this incredible film," the actress said in a statement. "Thank you to the Hollywood Foreign Press Association and congratulations to Damien, Ryan, Justin and the rest of my 'La La Land' family.

The romantic musical is centered around a pair of aspiring performers who find love in Los Angeles.

"Manchester By The Sea" and "Moonlight" were nominated for best movie, drama, along with "Hacksaw Ridge," "Hell or High Water" and "Lion."

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