Overview of Nominated Shows
The nominations for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, recognizing excellence in television, have been announced. The awards ceremony will take place in Los Angeles on September 14th.
“Severance” from Apple TV+ leads with 27 nominations, followed by “The Penguin” from HBO Max with 24, and “The Studio” from Apple TV+ dominating the comedy category with 23 nominations. “Adolescence” from Netflix topped the miniseries category with 13 nominations.
Key Nominated Series Across Platforms
Paradise / Best Drama Series
Focuses on the death of President Cal Bradford and a subterranean society designed to withstand global catastrophe. Sterling K. Brown shines as Agent Xavier Collins, unraveling a complex web of lies and secrets.
Only Murders in the Building / Best Comedy Series
Three New York neighbors share their passion for real-life crimes and get involved in an investigation after a murder occurs in their building. With intelligent humor, chemistry among the trio of protagonists, and mysterious disguises, it’s a crime comedy that blends lightness, laughs, and clever twists.
Bear / Best Comedy Series
Chef Carmy returns to Chicago to save the family business after a tragedy. It features dark humor but primarily focuses on drama, grief, and creative pressure.
What We Do in the Shadows / Best Comedy Series
The mockumentary format combines horror, satire, and absurdity as it follows four vampires living together in Staten Island: Nandor, Laszlo, Nadja, and Colin Robinson, along with their human familiar Guillermo, who serves as an emotional bridge between the human and supernatural worlds.
Pleasure / Best Miniseries
Based on a real-life podcast by Molly Kochan and Nikki Boyer, the story follows Molly, diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, who leaves her husband and embarks on an exploration of sexuality as a form of self-definition amidst her terminal illness.
Abbott Elementary / Best Comedy Series
This mockumentary series follows a dedicated group of teachers in a low-funded public school in Philadelphia, representing the struggles of educators within the public school system.
Netflix
The Diplomat / Best Drama Series
Amidst an international crisis, a diplomat juggles her high-level job as ambassador in the UK and her turbulent marriage with a rising political star.
Nobody Wants This / Best Comedy Series
A sex-positive, agnostic podcaster and a newly single rabbi fall in love and discover if their relationship can survive their vastly different lives and meddling families.
Adolescence / Best Miniseries
The world of a family turns upside down after their 13-year-old son is arrested for allegedly killing a classmate. The charges force them to confront every parent’s worst nightmare.
Black Mirror / Best Miniseries
This science fiction anthology series explores the unsettling effects of technology on society. Each episode is independent, presenting dystopian scenarios that encourage reflection on the digital present and its possible consequences.
Monstruos: The Story of Lyle and Erik Menendez / Best Miniseries
A crime drama based on real events, the series narrates the shocking case of the Menendez brothers who murdered their parents in 1989. It examines the family background, media trial, and complexities of the case with a more empathetic lens.
HBO | Max
The Last of Us / Best Drama Series
Adapted from the acclaimed video game, it follows Joel and Ellie as they cross a fungal pandemic-ravaged United States. Combining action, drama, and emotion with a strong human element, it explores love, loss, and survival in a post-apocalyptic world.
The Pitt / Best Drama Series
Set in a single 15-hour shift at the ER, each episode represents one hour of real clinical work. This constant tension and unique approach within the genre are key features.
The White Lotus / Best Drama Series
A social satire drama that blends dysfunctional characters, luxurious settings, and rising tension. Each season explores a new environment—from tropical resorts to Europe or Asia—with incisive writing, dark humor, and emotional complexity in its portrayal of human interactions.
Hacks / Best Comedy Series
An intelligent comedy-drama about mentorship between Deborah Vance (Jean Smart), a stand-up veteran, and young writer Ava (Hannah Einbinder). It features sharp humor, witty dialogues, and an intense intergenerational dynamic.
The Penguin / Best Miniseries
A police drama set in Gotham, starring Colin Farrell as Oswald Cobblepot. It blends crime drama and comic book mythology, featuring complex characters, fierce rivalries, and dark storytelling.
Apple TV+
Severance / Best Drama Series
A high-tension psychological dystopian drama that explores emotional detachment between professional and personal life, featuring meticulous performances, enigmatic storytelling, and strong visual aesthetics.
Slow Horses / Best Drama Series
A spy drama with dark humor following sanctioned MI5 agents (“slow horses”) as they face unexpected missions and a dysfunctional character dynamic with sarcasm.
Shrinking / Best Comedy Series
A therapist in grief begins breaking ethical rules and telling patients exactly what he thinks. The series explores vulnerability, grief, radical honesty, and the emotional impact of his decisions.
The Studio / Best Comedy Series
A satirical comedy about Hollywood chaos seen through the eyes of a studio head trying to make good cinema amidst commercial careers. Acerbic, fast-paced, and featuring guest stars, it offers a funny and biting look at modern cinema.
Key Takeaways
The Emmy Awards 2025 nominations showcase a diverse range of high-quality series across various platforms. From gripping dramas like “Severance” and “The Last of Us” to comedic masterpieces such as “Only Murders in the Building” and “Hacks,” viewers have a wealth of content to explore. Don’t miss the thought-provoking miniseries like “Pleasure” and “Monstruos: The Story of Lyle and Erik Menendez,” which offer unique perspectives on human experiences.
Key Questions
- Which platform do you think will dominate the Emmy Awards 2025?
- Which nominated series are you most excited to watch?
- How do you think the themes explored in these series reflect current societal issues?
