HBO Max Leads Emmy Drama & Comedy Nominations for First Time Since 2017
The streamer's 'The Pitt' and 'Hacks' are the most-nominated series, giving it a rare shot at winning both top prizes.
“The Pitt,” the sophomore season of the breakout medical drama, leads all programs with 25 nominations.”
HBO Max has secured the most Emmy nominations in both the drama and comedy series categories this year, according to a report from Variety. This marks the first time the streaming platform has led both genres since 2017.
The sophomore season of the medical drama "The Pitt" leads all programs with 25 nominations. The comedy series "Hacks" is close behind with 24 nominations, making it the most-nominated comedy series in Emmy history. This gives HBO Max a rare opportunity to capture television's top drama and comedy prizes in the same year.
How often do the frontrunners win?
Historical statistics suggest nomination dominance does not guarantee victory. According to Variety, among the 18 instances where a single network led nominations in both drama and comedy, the series ultimately won only four times. The most-nominated program has won its corresponding top category 56% of the time for drama, but only 42% for comedy.
What are the odds for 'The Pitt' and 'Hacks'?
"The Pitt" enters as the reigning drama series champion and could join an elite group of shows that won for both their first and second seasons. "Hacks," which already owns the comedy series trophy for its third season, faces a steeper historical climb, as the most-nominated comedy has lost five of the past eight ceremonies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What other networks have led both drama and comedy nominations?
According to the report, Apple TV accomplished the feat last year, and FX did so the year before. HBO, the premium network, has also led both categories in consecutive years in the past, including in 2003, 2004, and the latter half of the 2010s.
Which shows are HBO Max's main competitors?
The report identifies Apple TV+'s "Pluribus" as a close competitor in the drama series race and Apple's "Widow's Bay" as a contender in comedy. In the limited series category, Netflix's "Beef" leads the field with 16 nominations.
Has 'Hacks' won a comedy series Emmy before?
Yes. The report states that "Hacks" already owns the comedy series trophy for its third season and that it beat "The Bear" for the award in 2023.
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