'The Pitt' leads the 78th Emmy Awards nominations with 25, including best drama series and multiple acting nods. The HBO Max emergency room medical drama has been a critical and ratings success since 2024 [1, 2, 3]. Noah Wyle earned a lead actor nomination for his role in the series, continuing his recognition from previous years [1, 2, 3].
Trailing closely is the comedy series 'Hacks,' which received 24 total nominations for its fifth and final season. The show dominates comedy categories, with star Jean Smart nominated again after winning best actress in a comedy for the past four seasons [1, 2, 3].
'Widow's Bay' received 19 nominations, while Apple TV+ post-apocalyptic drama 'Pluribus,' created by Vince Gilligan, earned 18 [1, 2, 3]. The limited/anthology series 'Beef' secured 16 nominations, the highest in that category [1, 2, 3].
'Stranger Things' missed main category nods but received seven technical nominations [1]. Zendaya is the only main acting nominee from the 'Euphoria' cast [1].
Mariska Hargitay, the event host, noted, "The Emmy gala will take place on September 14 in Los Angeles, hosted by Mariska Hargitay, featuring strong contenders across drama, comedy, and limited series categories," emphasizing the ceremony's wide-ranging competition [2].
The 78th Emmy Awards ceremony will be held on September 14, 2026, in Los Angeles [1, 2].
