Here are the 2026 Emmy nominations
Emmy Awards 2026: Complete List of Nominees Revealed
Here are the 2026 Emmy nominations - The entertainment industry gathered attention this week as the prestigious Emmy nominations were unveiled for the upcoming 78th ceremony. Television's most celebrated night will take place on Monday, September 14, in Los Angeles, with Mariska Hargitay serving as the evening's host. The nominees were officially presented on Wednesday morning by the dynamic duo of Liza Colón-Zayas and Jeff Hiller, setting the stage for what promises to be a memorable awards season.
Television enthusiasts can view the full announcement through the accompanying video, while those seeking deeper insights should anticipate analysis from NPR pop culture critic Linda Holmes, whose commentary will be available later on the same day. The nominations span a diverse array of programming, reflecting the breadth of excellence in contemporary television.
Outstanding Drama Series
The drama category showcases some of the most compelling storytelling on television today. Abbott Elementary leads with its heartfelt workplace comedy-drama, while The Bear delivers intense culinary drama. Nobody Wants This brings romantic comedy to the forefront, and Hacks continues its acclaimed run. Margo's Got Money Troubles, Only Murders in the Building, Shrinking, and Widow's Bay round out this competitive field of dramatic excellence.
Leading the acting nominations, Quinta Brunson represents Abbott Elementary, Ayo Edebiri brings her talent to The Bear, and Elle Fanning shines in Margo's Got Money Troubles. Lisa Kudrow returns with The Comeback, while Jean Smart continues her Emmy-winning streak with Hacks.
Outstanding Comedy Series
The comedy category features powerhouse performances across multiple series. Yahya Abdul Mateen II captivates audiences as Wonder Man, Steve Carell returns with Rooster, and Matthew Rhys delivers another standout performance in Widow's Bay. Jason Segel brings warmth to Shrinking, Martin Short charms in Only Murders in the Building, and the list continues with strong contenders.
Supporting actor nominations include Colman Domingo in The Four Seasons, Paul W. Downs for Hacks, Nick Offerman in Margo's Got Money Troubles, Stephen Root in Widow's Bay, Michael Urie in Shrinking, and Tyler James Williams representing Abbott Elementary.
Outstanding Limited Series
The limited series category presents an impressive collection of standalone narratives. The Diplomat, The Gilded Age, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Paradise, The Pitt, Pluribus, Slow Horses, and Your Friends and Neighbors all earned recognition for their exceptional storytelling.
Lead actor nominations feature Sterling K. Brown in Paradise, Gary Oldman in Slow Horses, Mark Ruffalo in Task, Rufus Sewell in The Diplomat, and Noah Wyle in The Pitt. Carrie Coon represents The Gilded Age, Chase Infiniti appears in The Testaments, Keri Russell stars in The Diplomat, Rhea Seahorn shines in Pluribus, and Zendaya brings her talent to Euphoria.
Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series Acting Categories
The limited series acting categories showcase remarkable talent across multiple genres. All Her Fault, The Beast In Me, Beef, DTF St. Louis, and Love Story all received nominations for their compelling narratives.
Outstanding lead actress nominations include Claire Danes in The Beast In Me, Sally Field in Remarkably Bright Creatures, Carey Mulligan in Beef, Sarah Pidgeon in Love Story, and Sarah Snook in All Her Fault. The lead actor category features Riz Ahmed in Bait, Jason Bateman in Black Rabbit, Charlie Hunnam in Monster: The Ed Gein Story, Oscar Isaac in Beef, and Matthew Rhys in The Beast In Me.
Supporting actress nominations highlight Linda Cardellini in DTF St. Louis, Dakota Fanning in All Her Fault, Laurie Metcalf in Monster: The Ed Gein Story, Joy Sunday in DTF St. Louis, Youn Yuh-jung in Beef, and Constance Zimmer in Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette. The supporting actor category includes Jason Bateman in DTF St. Louis, Richard Gadd in Half Man, David Harbour in DTF St. Louis, Richard Jenkins in DTF St. Louis, Charles Melton in Beef, and Nick Offerman in Death by Lightning.
Reality and Talk Show Categories
Reality television continues to thrive with Dancing With the Stars, RuPaul's Drag Race, Survivor, Top Chef, and The Traitors all earning nominations. The talk show category features The Daily Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Last Week Tonight With John Oliver, The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, and Saturday Night Live.
Winners will be revealed during the 78th Emmy Awards ceremony, hosted by Mariska Hargitay on Monday, September 14 in Los Angeles, celebrating the finest achievements in television programming for the year.