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Since 1949, the Emmy Awards have celebrated the creativity and innovation that shape television, honoring the artists, writers, directors, and performers who bring stories to life. The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, set for September 14, 2025, are poised to showcase the evolving TV landscape, blending streaming powerhouses with traditional favorites and fresh voices that challenge norms. This year’s nominations reveal a diverse range of genres, performances, and storytelling that reflect the medium’s boundless creativity.
Best Drama Series
The drama category remains fiercely competitive, featuring some of the most acclaimed and talked-about series in recent memory. Leading nominees include:
- Andor
- The Diplomat
- The Last of Us
- Paradise
- The Pitt
- Severance
- Slow Horses
- The White Lotus
These shows offer everything from gritty political intrigue and post-apocalyptic survival to workplace thrillers and social satire, representing the broad spectrum of dramatic storytelling.
Best Comedy Series
Comedy is thriving with a mix of sharp wit and heartfelt moments. The nominees are:
- Abbott Elementary
- The Bear
- Hacks
- Nobody Wants This
- Only Murders in the Building
- Shrinking
- The Studio
- What We Do in the Shadows
These series highlight diverse comedic voices and inventive formats that keep audiences laughing while often exploring deeper themes.
Best Limited or Anthology Series
Limited series continue to captivate viewers with their tightly woven narratives and powerful performances. This year’s contenders are:
- Adolescence
- Black Mirror
- Dying for Sex
- Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
- The Penguin
These titles often tackle real-life inspired stories or explore speculative fiction with emotional depth.
Best Television Movie
This category brings cinematic storytelling to the small screen, offering powerful single narratives:
- Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy
- The Gorge
- Mountainhead
- Nonnas
- Rebel Ridge
Each film presents compelling characters and storylines that resonate beyond their runtime.
Best Reality Competition Program
Reality TV continues to entertain and inspire with engaging competition and human drama. Nominees include:
- The Amazing Race
- RuPaul’s Drag Race
- Survivor
- Top Chef
- The Traitors
These shows are judged not only for their entertainment value but also for production quality and impact.
Best Talk Series
Late-night and daytime talk shows remain cultural staples, blending humor, news, and celebrity interviews. The nominees are:
- The Daily Show
- Jimmy Kimmel Live!
- The Late Show With Stephen Colbert
These programs combine sharp commentary with compelling guest segments, staying relevant in fast-changing times.
Best Scripted Variety Series
This category honors the best in sketch comedy and satire:
- Last Week Tonight With John Oliver
- Saturday Night Live
Both shows have become essential viewing for their unique blend of comedy, commentary, and timely topics.
Acting Nominations: The Faces of 2025
The acting categories shine with a mix of established stars and breakout performers across genres.
Best Actor in a Drama Series:
- Sterling K. Brown (Paradise)
- Gary Oldman (Slow Horses)
- Pedro Pascal (The Last of Us)
- Adam Scott (Severance)
- Noah Wyle (The Pitt)
Best Actress in a Drama Series:
- Kathy Bates (Matlock)
- Sharon Horgan (Bad Sisters)
- Britt Lower (Severance)
- Bella Ramsey (The Last of Us)
- Keri Russell (The Diplomat)
Supporting and Guest Roles in both drama and comedy bring depth and nuance, with names like Walton Goggins (The White Lotus), Kathryn Hahn (The Studio), and Jane Alexander (Severance) receiving well-earned recognition.
Comedy Series Leads and Supporting:
- Uzo Aduba (The Residence)
- Seth Rogen (The Studio)
- Quinta Brunson (Abbott Elementary)
- Jason Segel (Shrinking)
- Adam Brody (Nobody Wants This)
Limited series acting nominees include Colin Farrell (The Penguin), Cate Blanchett (Disclaimer), and Michelle Williams (Dying for Sex), spotlighting transformative performances in this compelling format.
Writing and Directing: The Creative Engines
The Emmy Awards also honor the visionary minds behind the camera:
Best Writing for a Drama Series:
- Dan Gilroy (Andor)
- Joe Sachs (The Pitt)
- Dan Erickson (Severance)
- Mike White (The White Lotus)
Best Writing for a Comedy Series:
- Quinta Brunson (Abbott Elementary)
- Seth Rogen and team (The Studio)
- Nathan Fielder and crew (The Rehearsal)
Best Writing for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie:
- Jack Thorne & Stephen Graham (Adolescence)
- Charlie Brooker & Bisha K. Ali (Black Mirror)
- Kim Rosenstock & Elizabeth Meriwether (Dying for Sex)
Directing Nominations:
- Drama: Janus Metz (Andor), Jessica Lee Gagné (Severance), Mike White (The White Lotus)
- Comedy: Ayo Edebiri (The Bear), Seth Rogen (The Studio)
- Limited: Philip Barantini (Adolescence), Helen Shaver (The Penguin)
These nominations highlight the artistic craftsmanship that elevates TV into an immersive experience.
Where and When to Watch
The 77th Emmy Awards will be held on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. The ceremony kicks off at 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT, broadcast live on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Comedian Nate Bargatze returns as host, promising a night full of laughs, surprises, and heartfelt moments. The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards reflect a television landscape rich with innovation, diversity, and storytelling mastery. From high-stakes dramas and laugh-out-loud comedies to groundbreaking limited series and captivating performances, the 2025 nominations celebrate TV at its very best.
Whether you follow the sweeping saga of Andor, the satirical brilliance of Severance, or the emotional storytelling in The Penguin, there’s no shortage of quality entertainment to celebrate this awards season.
Tune in September 14 and join the global audience honoring the stories and artists that define television today.
