The historical drama “Shogun,” which intricately portrays the power struggles of feudal Japan, has dominated this year’s Emmy nominations with a remarkable 25 nods.
Announced on Wednesday, the first season of the FX network series will vie for the prestigious best drama award against formidable competitors including Netflix’s “The Crown,” Apple TV+’s “The Morning Show,” and others.
FX’s success extends beyond “Shogun,” as another of its acclaimed series, “The Bear,” secured 23 nominations, setting a new record for a comedy. The show’s second season, depicting the transformation of a humble Chicago sandwich shop into a high-end dining establishment, is again in contention for best comedy—a title it clinched at the previous Emmys.
In the comedy category, FX will face stiff competition from ABC’s “Abbott Elementary,” which follows the challenges of an underfunded Philadelphia school, and HBO’s “Hacks,” a series that explores the dynamic between an aging comedienne and a young writer.
Netflix’s “Baby Reindeer,” a gripping series about a bartender pursued by a customer, earned 11 nominations, including a nod for best limited series. The show, based on creator and star Richard Gadd’s real-life experiences, has stirred controversy, with a defamation lawsuit claiming the depiction of the stalker is exaggerated.
Competing in the limited series category are Netflix’s “Ripley,” a psychological thriller, FX’s “Fargo,” and HBO’s “True Detective: Night Country.”
Netflix emerged as the leading network with 107 nominations, highlighted by 18 for “The Crown.” FX closely followed with 93 nominations, trailed by Warner Bros Discovery’s HBO and streaming service Max, which collectively garnered 91 nods.
The Emmy winners will be unveiled at a star-studded ceremony broadcast live on Walt Disney’s ABC on September 15. These prestigious awards, regarded as the pinnacle of television achievement, are decided by nearly 22,000 members of the Television Academy, including performers, directors, and producers.
This year’s Emmy event follows closely on the heels of the last ceremony, held just six months ago in January, after a delay caused by strikes among Hollywood writers and actors. The anticipation is high as the industry gears up to celebrate its finest achievements.