On July 15, 2025, the Television Academy officially unveiled its contenders for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, with streaming platforms once again dominating.
The head of this year nomination is Severance, grabbing a 27 nominations, other high nominees includes;
- The Penguin (HBO): 24 nominations
- The Studio (Apple TV+): 23 nominations
- The White Lotus (HBO): 23 nominations
“Severance”: The Nerve Center of the Nominations
Apple TV+’s cerebral thriller Severance led the race dramatically with 27 total nominations—the most for any drama in this cycle .
- Acting nods: Adam Scott and Britt Lower earn double duty, playing both their “innie” (work) and “outie” (home) personas. Tramell Tillman received a supporting actor nomination, while Patricia Arquette was recognized in guest-heavy categories .
- Direction recognition: Ben Stiller is nominated for his work directing an episode .
- Historical context: The series set Apple TV+’s previous record (21 noms for Ted Lasso in 2023), now significantly surpassed .
“The Penguin” & “The White Lotus”: HBO’s Double-Barrel Hit
HBO notches a one-two punch:
- The Penguin, a gritty dive into Gotham’s underworld, amassed 24 nominations, including lead acting nods for Colin Farrell and Cristin Milioti .
- The White Lotus, now a triple-season phenomenon, earned 23 noms, with strong ensemble presence: Carrie Coon, Parker Posey, Natasha Rothwell, Aimee Lou Wood, Walton Goggins, Jason Isaacs, and Sam Rockwell all recognized in supporting categories .
“The Studio”: Comedy’s Fresh Hit
Apple TV+ hit it out of the park again with The Studio, racking up 23 nominations in its comedy debut—matching The Bear’s record .
- Seth Rogen: Triple-threat nods for acting, writing, and directing.
- Guest star bonanza: Nominations for Scorsese, Ron Howard, Bryan Cranston, Anthony Mackie, Zoë Kravitz, and even Dave Franco .
This year nominees reaffirmed that Emmy gold is found in this streaming services:
- Apple TV+: 79 total nominations.
- HBO/HBO Max: Industry-leading presence with 142 noms—their strongest showing ever .
- Netflix: A major player, clinching 120 nominations .
Traditional broadcast networks hold their own—ABC’s Abbott Elementary continues to thrive in comedy—but streaming platforms are setting the pace.
Other Contenders & Breakout Stars
Alongside the four heavy hitters, a diverse slate of shows and actors earned recognition:
- Drama series nominees: Andor, Paradise, Slow Horses, The Diplomat, The Last of Us, The Pitt .
- Comedy series lineup: Hacks, The Bear, Abbott Elementary, Only Murders in the Building, Shrinking, Nobody Wants This, What We Do in the Shadows .
- Limited series clash: Adolescence (13 noms), Black Mirror, Dying for Sex, Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, alongside The Penguin .
Noteworthy acting moments:
- Javier Bardem earns his first Emmy nod for Monsters (Supporting Actor) .
- Harrison Ford receives his first attention for Shrinking .
- At just 15 years old, Owen Cooper is the youngest ever nominated in the Supporting Actor category—credit for Adolescence .
- LGBTQ+ and diverse representation remain strong, with nominees like Bella Ramsey (The Last of Us), Colman Domingo, Bowen Yang, among others .
The 77th Emmy Awards are shaping up to be a defining moment in the era of streaming dominance. With Apple TV+ and HBO neck‑and‑neck in nominations, Severance, The Penguin, The White Lotus, and The Studio have emerged as the year’s strongest contenders. Iconic first-timers like Harrison Ford, Javier Bardem, and Owen Cooper reinforce that next-level talent continues to surface in all formats.
Whether the Academy rewards reigning champions like Severance, comedy phenoms like The Studio, or surprises us with new wins, audiences can anticipate a fast-paced, visually stunning awards season culminating in a September showdown.
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