A New Era for the Emmys
The 78th Emmy Awards have kicked off in Los Angeles, marking a significant shift in how television's biggest night is presented. With the ceremonies previously known as the 'Creative Arts Emmys' now rebranded as the first two nights of the 78th Emmy Awards, the Television Academy is streamlining the celebration of the best in American prime time television from June 2025 through May 2026.
The Frontrunners: 'The Pitt' and 'Hacks'
This year's race is defined by a few heavy hitters that have secured a massive number of nominations. HBO Max’s medical drama 'The Pitt' enters the competition as the overall leader with 25 nominations, including a nod for Best Drama Series. Meanwhile, the final season of 'Hacks' is making a historic run with 24 comedy nominations, tying records and positioning itself as the show to beat in its category.
- The Pitt: Leading the pack with 25 total nominations.
- Hacks: Achieving a record-tying 24 nominations for its fifth and final season.
- Pluribus: A major rookie contender from Vince Gilligan with 10 potential wins.
- Widow’s Bay: An Apple TV+ horror-comedy looking to make a significant mark.
What to Expect from the Ceremony
The structure of this year's awards spans three nights: the preliminary ceremonies on September 5 and 6, and the main event on September 14. The main ceremony, hosted by television icon Mariska Hargitay, will be broadcast live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on NBC and will stream simultaneously on Peacock. The Academy has added to the anticipation by moving several major acting categories—including supporting roles in limited series—to the earlier ceremonies, ensuring the weekend is packed with star power.
Bad Bunny made history this year, securing his first Emmy Award for the 'Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show,' signaling the increasing intersection of live performance and television prestige.
— Television Academy Reports