Emmy Nominations 2026: The Complete List

The nominations for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards were announced on July 8, 2026, by hosts Liza Colón-Zayas (The Bear) and Jeff Hiller (Somebody Somewhere), alongside Television Academy Chair Cris Abrego. The ceremony is scheduled for September 14, 2026, broadcast live on NBC and streamed on Peacock, hosted by Mariska Hargitay.

HBO Max’s medical drama The Pitt led with a commanding 25 nominations, followed closely by Hacks (HBO Max) with a record 24 for a comedy series. Newcomers shone as well: Apple TV+’s Widow’s Bay earned 19 (leading all freshmen), and Pluribus picked up 18. Other strong showings included Beef (16) and DTF St. Louis (13).

Outstanding Drama Series

• The Diplomat (Netflix)
• The Gilded Age (HBO)
• A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (HBO)
• Paradise (Hulu)
• The Pitt (HBO Max)
• Pluribus (Apple TV+)
• Slow Horses (Apple TV+)
• Your Friends & Neighbors (Apple TV+)

Outstanding Comedy Series

• Abbott Elementary (ABC)
• The Bear (FX/Hulu)
• Hacks (HBO Max)
• Margo’s Got Money Troubles (Apple TV+)
• Nobody Wants This (Netflix)
• Only Murders in the Building (Hulu)
• Shrinking (Apple TV+)
• Widow’s Bay (Apple TV+)

Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series

• All Her Fault (Peacock)
• The Beast in Me (Netflix)
• Beef (Netflix)
• DTF St. Louis (HBO)
• Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette (FX/Hulu)

Outstanding Reality Competition Program

• Dancing with the Stars (ABC)
• RuPaul’s Drag Race (MTV)
• Survivor (CBS)
• Top Chef (Bravo)
• The Traitors (Peacock)

Outstanding Variety Series

• The Daily Show (Comedy Central)
• Jimmy Kimmel Live! (ABC)
• Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)
• The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (CBS)
• Saturday Night Live (NBC)

Lead Acting Nominations (Selected Highlights)

Lead Actor in a Drama Series (not exhaustive): Noah Wyle (The Pitt) and others highlighted in coverage.

Lead Actress in a Drama Series: Rhea Seehorn (Pluribus), Zendaya (Euphoria), Keri Russell (The Diplomat), Chase Infiniti (The Testaments), Carrie Coon (The Gilded Age).

Lead Actor in a Comedy Series:

• Yahya Abdul-Mateen II (Wonder Man, Disney+)
• Steve Carell (Rooster, HBO)
• Matthew Rhys (Widow’s Bay, Apple TV+)
• Jason Segel (Shrinking, Apple TV+)
• Martin Short (Only Murders in the Building, Hulu)

Lead Actress in a Comedy Series:

• Quinta Brunson (Abbott Elementary, ABC)
• Ayo Edebiri (The Bear, FX/Hulu)
• Elle Fanning (Margo’s Got Money Troubles, Apple TV+)
• Lisa Kudrow (The Comeback, HBO)
• Jean Smart (Hacks, HBO Max)

Lead Actor, Limited/Anthology: Nominees include strong performances across Beef, All Her Fault, and others.

Lead Actress, Limited/Anthology: Claire Danes (The Beast in Me), Sally Field (Remarkably Bright Creatures), Carey Mulligan (Beef), Sarah Pidgeon (Love Story), Sarah Snook (All Her Fault).

Additional Notes and Surprises

• Hacks set a comedy record with 24 nominations in a single year.
• Freshman hits like Widow’s Bay and Pluribus made major impacts.
• Snubs and surprises included limited recognition for certain returning favourites and self-submitted guest actors earning nods.
• Full official lists are available on the Television Academy website.

These nominations reflect a strong year for medical dramas, returning comedies, and bold new limited series. The Emmys continue to celebrate television’s evolving landscape, with streaming giants and legacy networks both well-represented. Stay tuned for the September ceremony!

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