The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards convene in Los Angeles on Sunday night with Hollywood's television talent gathered at the Peacock Theater to learn which nominees will take home statuettes. Comedian Nate Bargatze hosts the ceremony, which begins at 8 p.m. PT on CBS and will stream live on Paramount+ with SHOWTIME. The Television Academy announced that actors Ted Danson and Mary Steenburgen will receive the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award during the broadcast.
The field across drama, comedy and limited series is wide-ranging, reflecting streaming platforms' continued dominance and the breadth of prestige television. Industry observers have singled out the limited series "Adolescence," Apple TV+'s workplace satire "The Studio" and HBO's workplace-psychology thriller "Severance" as potential big winners; other contenders frequently noted are "Hacks," "The Pitt" and "The Penguin." The programs eligible this year were those that aired between June 1, 2024, and May 31, 2025.
Outstanding Drama Series nominees include "The White Lotus," "Severance," "The Pitt," "Andor," "The Last of Us," "The Diplomat," "Paradise" and "Slow Horses." The drama acting field places Adam Scott of "Severance" and Noah Wyle of "The Pitt" alongside performances from Sterling K. Brown for "Paradise," Gary Oldman for "Slow Horses," Pedro Pascal for "The Last of Us" and others vying in the lead actor category. Lead actress nominations feature Kathy Bates for a revival of "Matlock," Bella Ramsey and Britt Lower of "The Last of Us" and "Severance," Sharon Horgan for "Bad Sisters," and Keri Russell for "The Diplomat." Supporting-actor and guest categories are crowded with multiple nominees from "The White Lotus," "Severance" and "The Last of Us," underscoring those shows' deep ensemble casts.
In comedy, the Outstanding Comedy Series nominees are "Hacks," "The Bear," "Abbott Elementary," "The Studio," "Only Murders in the Building," "Nobody Wants This," "Shrinking" and "What We Do in the Shadows." Seth Rogen's heavily guest-studded "The Studio" appears across several categories with nominations for Rogen in lead actor and for a string of guest performers, while Jeremy Allen White, Jean Smart and other established talents represent their respective programs in lead acting slots. Supporting and guest categories in comedy similarly mix established stars and rising performers, including high-profile guest nominations tied to "The Studio."
The limited or anthology series and television movie categories showcase a mix of prestige and genre fare. "The Penguin," "Adolescence," "Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story," "Dying for Sex" and a new season of "Black Mirror" compete for Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series. Notable lead performances in the category include Colin Farrell in "The Penguin," Stephen Graham in "Adolescence," Jake Gyllenhaal in "Presumed Innocent" and Michelle Williams in "Dying for Sex."
Variety, talk and late-night programming also feature prominently on the ballot. "Jimmy Kimmel Live!," "The Daily Show" and "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" are among nominees for Outstanding Talk Series, while "Last Week Tonight with John Oliver" and "Saturday Night Live" again compete in scripted variety. Live and pre-recorded variety specials draw blockbuster entries such as the Apple Music Super Bowl LIX halftime show starring Kendrick Lamar and the "Beyoncé Bowl," alongside specials honoring entertainers and filmmakers.
Reality, documentary and game-show categories reflect the wide range of nonfiction television. Returning staples such as "The Amazing Race," "RuPaul's Drag Race," "Top Chef," and "Survivor" are nominated in reality competition, while documentary nominees include titles like "Deaf President Now!" and series entries tied to cultural figures and events.
The Emmys' nomination slates this year underline both the large ensemble pieces that dominate streaming dramas and the continued investment in limited series that attract major film and television stars. The Television Academy's Bob Hope Humanitarian Award, this year bestowed upon Danson and Steenburgen, recognizes sustained charitable work; the award will be presented during the live telecast.
The show will present winners across more than a dozen categories live; additional winners will be announced during pre-telecast events. Viewers can watch the ceremony on CBS or stream it on Paramount+ with SHOWTIME. Coverage and updates, including a full list of winners as they are announced, are expected throughout the evening.
