‘Succession’ set to dominate TV’s delayed Emmys
The 75th Emmy Awards, delayed by four months due to Hollywood strikes, will finally celebrate television’s best and brightest on Monday. The highly anticipated event is expected to honor HBO’s hit series Succession with multiple awards. Despite the unconventional January slot, organizers took a gamble that the entertainment industry walkouts would be over, allowing stars to grace the red carpet once again.
The critically acclaimed drama Succession has garnered a staggering 27 nominations, making it the front-runner for six awards, including the prestigious Best Drama. The show, which explores the backstabbing dynamics of an ultra-wealthy family, has previously won this category twice. Additionally, Succession boasts three of the six nominees for Best Actor in a Drama, including Kieran Culkin, Jeremy Strong, and Brian Cox. Sarah Snook is also expected to secure the Best Actress prize, while Matthew Macfadyen is predicted to take home the Best Supporting Actor statuette.
Among the contenders facing Succession in the drama category are two other noteworthy series: The Last of Us and The White Lotus. The Last of Us, widely regarded as one of the best video game adaptations on television, may leave the ceremony empty-handed unless stars Pedro Pascal or Bella Ramsey can pull off a surprise win. Meanwhile, The White Lotus, a stylish satire exploring themes of wealth and hypocrisy, returns to the Emmys with a promising second season set in Sicily. Jennifer Coolidge, the sole returning star from the first season, is considered a clear favorite for the Best Actress award.
The delay of the Emmy Awards to January is unlikely to aid in reversing the ceremony’s recent decline in viewership. Last year’s telecast attracted just 5.9 million viewers, fewer than the pandemic-altered 2020 edition. The rescheduled Emmys now find themselves in direct competition with Hollywood’s film awards season, resulting in reduced publicity for the event. Host Anthony Anderson may face the challenge of engaging an audience unsure about honoring shows that aired several months prior.
The comedy category stands out with its potential winners. The Bear, a behind-the-scenes portrayal of a dysfunctional Chicago restaurant, is considered a strong contender for several comedy awards. However, the delayed Emmys provide a chance to recognize the intense debut season of The Bear, which premiered in June 2022. Additionally, the acclaimed second season, eligible for the upcoming September Emmys, presents opportunities for stars like Jeremy Allen White, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Ayo Edebiri.
The limited series categories, featuring shows with a single season, promise a more straightforward competition. Netflix’s Beef and Dahmer — Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story lead the pack with 13 nominations each. Pundits predict Ali Wong will secure an Emmy as a road-rage driver in Beef, while Evan Peters’ chilling portrayal of notorious serial killer Dahmer is unlikely to be overlooked. Other noteworthy limited series include George and Tammy, a country music biopic featuring Jessica Chastain, and Black Bird, a dark true crime series starring Paul Walter Hauser.
The 75th Emmy Awards will begin in Los Angeles at 5:00 pm (0100 GMT Tuesday) and will be broadcast on Fox in the United States. As the industry prepares to celebrate the best of television, all eyes are on Succession to dominate the night and secure its place in television history.
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