Inside the 2025 Emmy Nominations: Succession and The Bear Dominate
The facts matter. Here’s what we know so far.
When the Television Academy unveiled its full list of Emmy nominations on July 16, industry analysts immediately spotlighted HBO’s Succession, which led with an impressive eight nods in major categories. This preeminent drama series from HBO continues to set the bar for prestige television after its previous Emmy victories, according to details published on EmmyAwards.com. It secured nominations for Outstanding Drama Series, Lead Actor for Brian Cox, Lead Actor for Jeremy Strong, Supporting Actress for Sarah Snook and Supporting Actor for Kieran Culkin, demonstrating its wide acting recognition.
In the Outstanding Drama Series category, Succession faces strong contenders in Netflix’s The Crown, which garnered its fifth straight series nomination, and Prime Video’s The Last of Us, which earned praise for cinematic direction and production. Apple TV plus’ Severance claimed a surprise nod in Writing for a Drama Series, underlining the Academy’s growing interest in high-concept streaming offerings. Better Call Saul earned its sixth nomination in its final season while House of the Dragon received recognition in special visual effects and sound editing, Variety reports.
Comedy Series nominations revealed a similar power play between established hits and breakout successes. The Bear led the field with six nominations, including Lead Actor for Jeremy Allen White and Directing for a Comedy Series. Ted Lasso remained a crowd favorite, attaining its fourth consecutive nod for Outstanding Comedy Series alongside acting nominations for Jason Sudeikis and Hannah Waddingham. Only Murders in the Building drew notice for its unique blend of humor and mystery, securing a nod for Outstanding Casting, according to Deadline.
Limited and Anthology Series showcased the industry’s willingness to explore diverse genres and formats. The White Lotus received multiple nominations across categories such as Writing and Supporting Actor for Murray Bartlett. Hulu’s Tiny Beautiful Things and Netflix’s Beef appeared as dark horse contenders in Outstanding Limited Series. Controversy swirled around Netflix’s Dahmer – Monster The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, yet the series still earned nods for actor Evan Peters and cinematography in a Limited Series category.
Beyond series accolades, individual performances captured headlines. Zendaya continued her unbroken streak of Lead Actress Drama nominations for Euphoria, marking her third consecutive bid. Michael Stuhlbarg earned a guest actor nomination for his brief yet impactful role on Fargo. In comedy supporting categories, Henry Winkler from Barry and Saturday Night Live newcomer Sam Richardson received recognition that spans veteran legacy and fresh talent.
This nomination cycle confirmed a historic shift in television production. Streaming platforms now account for over 62 percent of all Emmy nominations, per data compiled by Uphold Research. Traditional broadcast networks like NBC and CBS share the podium but increasingly contend with the deep pockets and global reach of digital-first services.
As nominees ramp up campaigns and viewers speculate on front-runners, all eyes will turn to the live ceremony scheduled for September 14, 2025. Stay tuned for our comprehensive coverage when statuettes are finally awarded. That wraps up today’s analysis with an eye on Emmy night.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and EmmyAwards.com, Variety, Deadline
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