The 77th Emmys: Nominations, Venue and Streaming Details

For over seven decades, the Emmy Awards have stood as the premier celebration of television excellence. Since 1949, the Emmys have recognized creators, writers, actors, and visionaries shaping the small screen. 

As the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards approach, that legacy is alive and thriving, with 2025 shaping up to be one of the most creatively ambitious and competitive years in the show’s history. From sci-fi sagas to biting satire and powerful limited series, this year’s nominations reflect television’s evolving power and its increasingly global influence.

2025 Nominations: A Telling Picture

The 2025 Emmy nominations mark one of the most competitive and narratively rich seasons in recent memory. This year, a notable trend has emerged: a stronger-than-ever showing from streaming platforms, limited series with cinematic depth, and performances that push emotional boundaries.

Apple TV+ continues its awards momentum with Severance, earning a remarkable 27 nominations. The mind-bending psychological thriller saw multiple acting nods, including for Adam Scott, Britt Lower, John Turturro, and Patricia Arquette, and dominated directing and writing categories. Its clean, cerebral storytelling and dystopian aesthetic have turned it into a prestige staple.

Another major player is HBO/Max, with The White Lotus and The Penguin scoring big. The White Lotus secured multiple acting nominations across supporting and guest categories, Walton Goggins, Sam Rockwell, Julianne Nicholson, and Aimee Lou Wood among them, demonstrating its continued grip on ensemble brilliance.

On the limited series front, Adolescence made an impressive debut with multiple acting nods (including Stephen Graham and Erin Doherty) and recognition in writing and directing. The emotional, raw coming-of-age drama has been lauded for its realism and unflinching tone.

In the comedy realm, The Bear continues to dominate, leading the pack with nods for Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, and a slew of supporting actors. The breakout hit The Studio also surprised many with a powerful ensemble performance and several nominations across writing, directing, and guest acting categories, including unexpected appearances by Martin Scorsese and Ron Howard.

The drama category also saw a big push from shows like Paradise and The Pitt, new entries that managed to land key nominations in acting, directing, and writing. The Last of Us returned strong with nods for Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, continuing the wave of video game-to-screen adaptations making serious awards impact.

With such a packed field of both returning juggernauts and daring newcomers, the 77th Emmys aren’t just a competition, they’re a celebration of storytelling in its most diverse and ambitious form yet.

Venue, Date, Time & How to Watch

• Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
  
• Time: 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT
  
• Location: Peacock Theater, Los Angeles
  
• Host: Nate Bargatze
  
• Where to Watch:
  
  • Live on CBS
    
  • Streaming on Paramount+ (with CBS live access subscription)
    

Prime Category Nominations

Best Drama Series

• Andor
  
• The Diplomat
  
• The Last of Us
  
• Paradise
  
• The Pitt
  
• Severance
  
• Slow Horses
  
• The White Lotus
  

Best Comedy Series

• Abbott Elementary
  
• The Bear
  
• Hacks
  
• Nobody Wants This
  
• Only Murders in the Building
  
• Shrinking
  
• The Studio
  
• What We Do in the Shadows
  

Best Limited or Anthology Series

• Adolescence
  
• Black Mirror
  
• Dying for Sex
  
• Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
  
• The Penguin
  

Selected Acting Highlights

Drama

• Best Actor: Sterling K. Brown (Paradise), Gary Oldman (Slow Horses), Pedro Pascal (The Last of Us), Adam Scott (Severance), Noah Wyle (The Pitt)
  
• Best Actress: Kathy Bates (Matlock), Sharon Horgan (Bad Sisters), Britt Lower (Severance), Bella Ramsey (The Last of Us), Keri Russell (The Diplomat)
  

Limited/Anthology

• Best Actor: Colin Farrell (The Penguin), Stephen Graham (Adolescence), Jake Gyllenhaal (Presumed Innocent), Brian Tyree Henry (Dope Thief), Cooper Koch (Monsters)
  
• Best Actress: Cate Blanchett (Disclaimer), Meghann Fahy (Sirens), Rashida Jones (Black Mirror), Cristin Milioti (The Penguin), Michelle Williams (Dying for Sex)
  

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
  
• Lauren LeFranc, The Penguin
  
• Joshua Zetumer, Say Nothing
  

Best Writing for a Drama Series

• Dan Gilroy, Andor
  
• Joe Sachs, The Pitt
  
• R. Scott Gemmill, The Pitt
  
• Dan Erickson, Severance
  
• Will Smith, Slow Horses
  
• Mike White, The White Lotus
  

Best Writing for a Comedy Series

• Quinta Brunson, Abbott Elementary
  
• Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, Jen Statsky, Hacks
  
• Nathan Fielder, Carrie Kemper, Adam Locke-Norton, Eric Notarnicola, The Rehearsal
  
• Hannah Bos, Paul Thureen, Bridget Everett, Somebody Somewhere
  
• Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Peter Huyck, Alex Gregory, Frida Perez, The Studio
  
• Sam Johnson, Sarah Naftalis, Paul Simms, What We Do in the Shadows
  

Best Directing for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie

• Philip Barantini, Adolescence
  
• Shannon Murphy, Dying for Sex
  
• Helen Shaver, The Penguin
  
• Jennifer Getzinger, The Penguin
  
• Nicole Kassell, Sirens
  
• Lesli Linka Glatter, Zero Day
  

Best Directing for a Drama Series

• Janus Metz, Andor
  
• Amanda Marsalis, The Pitt
  
• John Wells, The Pitt
  
• Jessica Lee Gagné, Severance
  
• Ben Stiller, Severance
  
• Adam Randall, Slow Horses
  
• Mike White, The White Lotus
  

Best Directing for a Comedy Series

• Ayo Edebiri, The Bear
  
• Lucia Aniello, Hacks
  
• James Burrows, Mid-Century Modern
  
• Nathan Fielder, The Rehearsal
  
• Seth Rogen, The Studio
  

The 77th Emmy Awards promise a celebration of TV’s most transformative year yet. With deeply personal storytelling, genre-pushing innovation, and fierce performances across the board, 2025 will mark a turning point in how we define great television. Whether you’re backing established hits like Severance and The White Lotus, or rooting for first-timers like The Studio and Paradise, there’s something for every viewer this year. Don’t miss the ceremony September 14, a night set to honor television’s best and brightest.

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