The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, recognizing excellence in television from June 1, 2024 to May 31, 2025, will air on September 14, 2025, from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. This year’s show will be hosted by comedian Nate Bargatze.
Top-Nominated Shows
- Severance (Apple TV+): Leads the nominations with 27, dominating categories in drama, acting, directing, writing, and technical achievements.
- The Penguin (HBO): A close second with 24 nominations, standing out in the limited/anthology series category.
- The White Lotus (HBO) and The Studio (Apple TV+): Each received 23 nominations, strong contenders in both drama and comedy races.
- Other highly recognized series include The Last of Us, Abbott Elementary, The Bear, Hacks, Shrinking, and new breakout The Pitt.
Big Names in the Race
Lead Drama Performers
- Adam Scott (Severance)
- Pedro Pascal (The Last of Us)
- Gary Oldman (Slow Horses)
- Sterling K. Brown (Paradise)
- Noah Wyle (The Pitt)
Lead Drama Actresses
- Kathy Bates (Matlock) – the oldest ever nominee in this category at 77
- Bella Ramsey (The Last of Us)
- Sharon Horgan (Bad Sisters)
- Britt Lower (Severance)
- Keri Russell (The Diplomat)
Lead Comedy Performers
- Jeremy Allen White (The Bear)
- Seth Rogen (The Studio)
- Adam Brody (Nobody Wants This)
- Jason Segel (Shrinking)
- Martin Short (Only Murders in the Building)
Lead Comedy Actresses
- Ayo Edebiri (The Bear)
- Quinta Brunson (Abbott Elementary)
- Kristen Bell
- Uzo Aduba
- Jean Smart
Limited or Anthology Breakouts
- Colin Farrell (The Penguin) – his first Emmy nomination
- Javier Bardem (Monsters: Lyle & Erik Menendez Story) – also a first-time nominee
- Cate Blanchett, Cristin Milioti, Michelle Williams, Jake Gyllenhaal, Ruth Negga, Chloë Sevigny, and Owen Cooper are other major nominees in this category.
Music & Variety Recognition
Major names nominated in music and variety programs this year include Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Questlove, Kamasi Washington, and Caroline Shaw, featured in categories for directing, musical performance, and variety specials.
Why This Year Matters
- Streaming leads the charge: Platforms like Apple TV+, HBO, Netflix, and Hulu continue to dominate the Emmy landscape.
- Veterans & fresh faces: From longtime legends like Kathy Bates to newcomers like Colin Farrell and Javier Bardem, the nominations highlight a powerful mix of experience and fresh talent.
- Historic milestones: Several records were broken this year, reflecting a broadening of diversity and inclusion in the Emmy race.
Final Thoughts
The 2025 Emmys reflect a rapidly evolving television industry, where streaming platforms lead the way and bold storytelling takes center stage. With compelling drama, groundbreaking comedy, and powerful limited series in contention, the stage is set for an unforgettable night. Tune in on September 14, 2025, to see which of these stars will take home the gold.
