It’s that exciting time of the year again: Emmy season! The 76th Emmy Awards nominations have just been announced, and we have all the details for you. Whether you’re a hardcore TV fan or just love catching the highlights, here’s everything you need to know about the 2024 Emmy nominations.
Where to Watch the Emmy Awards 2024?
Mark your calendars! The Emmy Awards will take place on September 15 2024 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles and you can catch all the action live on ABC. It’s a night not to miss, especially with all the talent lined up this year.
Top Shows Leading the Pack
FX’s Shōgun is the show to beat, with a whopping 25 nominations! It’s a gripping series about 17th-century feudal Japan that has captured the audience’s imagination. Not far behind is The Bear, also from FX, making a strong showing in the comedy categories with 23 nods. This show has quickly become a favourite for its heartfelt and humorous take on the trials of running a family restaurant.
Breaking New Ground
This year is also a milestone for diversity at the Emmys. Lily Gladstone and Kali Reis have made history as the first Indigenous women to be nominated for their outstanding performances. Sofia Vergara also broke new ground as the first Latina nominated in the lead actress in a limited series category. It’s truly inspiring to see such talented individuals recognized!
Nominations Galore!
Let’s look at some of the key nominations:
Outstanding Talk Series

- The Daily Show
- Jimmy Kimmel Live!
- Late Night With Seth Meyers
- The Late Show With Stephen Colbert
Outstanding Reality Competition Program
- The Amazing Race
- RuPaul’s Drag Race
- Top Chef
- The Traitors
- The Voice
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Anthology Series or Movie

- Matt Bomer, Fellow Travelers
- Richard Gadd, Baby Reindeer
- Jon Hamm, Fargo
- Tom Hollander, Feud: Capote vs. the Swans
- Andrew Scott, Ripley
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Anthology Series or Movie
- Jodie Foster, True Detective: Night Country
- Brie Larson, Lessons in Chemistry
- Juno Temple, Fargo
- Sofia Vergara, Griselda
- Naomi Watts, Feud: Capote vs. the Swans
Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series

- Baby Reindeer
- Fargo
- Lessons in Chemistry
- Ripley
- True Detective: Night Country
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series
- Jennifer Aniston, The Morning Show
- Carrie Coon, The Gilded Age
- Maya Erskine, Mr. & Mrs. Smith
- Anna Sawai, Shōgun
- Imelda Staunton, The Crown
- Reese Witherspoon, The Morning Show
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series
- Idris Elba, Hijack
- Donald Glover, Mr. & Mrs. Smith
- Walton Goggins, Fallout
- Gary Oldman, Slow Horses
- Hiroyuki Sanada, Shōgun
- Dominic West, The Crown
Outstanding Drama Series
- The Crown
- Fallout
- The Gilded Age
- The Morning Show
- Mr. & Mrs. Smith
- Shōgun
- Slow Horses
- 3 Body Problem
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series
- Matt Berry, What We Do in the Shadows
- Larry David, Curb Your Enthusiasm
- Steve Martin, Only Murders in the Building
- Martin Short, Only Murders in the Building
- Jeremy Allen White, The Bear
- D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, Reservation Dogs
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series
- Quinta Brunson, Abbott Elementary
- Ayo Edebiri, The Bear
- Selena Gomez, Only Murders in the Building
- Maya Rudolph, Loot
- Jean Smart, Hacks
- Kristen Wiig, Palm Royale
Outstanding Comedy Series
- Abbott Elementary
- The Bear
- Curb Your Enthusiasm
- Hacks
- Only Murders in the Building
- Palm Royale
- Reservation Dogs
- What We Do in the Shadows
Supporting Actress in a Drama Series
- Christine Baranski, The Gilded Age
- Nicole Beharie, The Morning Show
- Elizabeth Debicki, The Crown
- Greta Lee, The Morning Show
- Lesley Manville, The Crown
- Karen Pittman, The Morning Show
- Holland Taylor, The Morning Show
Supporting Actor in a Drama Series

- Tadanobu Asano, Shōgun
- Billy Crudup, The Morning Show
- Mark Duplass, The Morning Show
- Jon Hamm, The Morning Show
- Takehiro Hira, Shōgun
- Jack Lowden, Slow Horses
- Jonathan Pryce, The Crown
Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series
- Carol Burnett, Palm Royale
- Liza Colón-Zayas, The Bear
- Hannah Einbinder, Hacks
- Janelle James, Abbott Elementary
- Sheryl Lee Ralph, Abbott Elementary
- Meryl Streep, Only Murders in the Building
Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series
- Lionel Boyce, The Bear
- Paul W. Downs, Hacks
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach, The Bear
- Paul Rudd, Only Murders in the Building
- Tyler James Williams, Abbott Elementary
- Bowen Yang, Saturday Night Live
This list covers a broad spectrum of categories, showcasing the diversity of talent and creativity in television for the year.
Remember the Date!
Don’t forget, the Emmy Awards 2024 promises to be a night of stars, stories, and splendid performances. Make sure to tune in to ABC on September 15 to catch all the action live. Whether you’re rooting for your favourite drama, laughing along with top comedies, or captivated by limited series, this year’s Emmys have something for everyone. So grab your popcorn, invite your friends, and get ready for an unforgettable evening!
This roundup of the 2024 Emmy nominations should help you gear up for one of TV’s biggest nights. Stay tuned, and let’s see who takes home those prestigious awards!