Emmy Awards 2026: What to expect from the ceremony and how to watch
The 2026 Emmy Awards are set to take place in Los Angeles, with shows like 'The Pitt' and 'Hacks' leading the nominations. The ceremony will honor excellence in television across comedy, drama, and limited series categories.
Why it matters
The Emmys serve as a primary indicator of cultural trends and quality standards within the global television and streaming industry.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Zendaya is the only Euphoria star to be nominated for an acting award
Beef, Hacks, Pluribus and The Pitt are a few of the TV shows nominated at this year's Emmy Awards, which take place on Monday in Los Angeles.
Widow's Bay, DTF St Louis, Slow Horses, The Bear and Abbott Elementary are also competing for prizes at the ceremony, which is seen as the US television industry's most prestigious event.
Actors nominated for trophies include Zendaya, Noah Wyle, Sarah Snook and Colman Domingo, while Matthew Rhys, Carey Mulligan and Jack Lowden are among the British nominees.
But several big shows are not represented - viral sensation Heated Rivalry is not eligible for the Emmys, while there is a weaker presence for the final series of Euphoria and Stranger Things.
Here's everything you need to know about this year's Emmy Awards.
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