The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards will take place on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, airing live on ABC. Actors Liza Colón-Zayas and Jeff Hiller officially announced the nominees on July 17, 2024, revealing a field led by FX’s Shōgun, which secured a record-breaking 25 nominations for a single season of a drama series.
The 2024 Emmy Awards Schedule and Broadcast Details
The ceremony is scheduled to be broadcast live at 8:00 p.m. ET / 5:00 p.m. PT on ABC, with streaming available the following day on Hulu. Unlike the 2023 ceremony, which was delayed until January 2024 due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, the 76th edition returns to its traditional September slot. According to the Television Academy, the event honors programs that aired between June 1, 2023, and May 31, 2024.
Leading Nominees and Industry Recognition
FX’s historical epic Shōgun leads the pack with 25 nominations, followed closely by the final season of FX’s The Bear, which earned 23 nominations, setting a new record for the most nominations for a comedy series in a single year. Other notable contenders include:
- Only Murders in the Building (Hulu): 21 nominations.
- True Detective: Night Country (HBO/Max): 19 nominations.
- The Crown (Netflix): 18 nominations.
- Fallout (Prime Video): 16 nominations.
The nominations were announced by Liza Colón-Zayas, a nominee for her role in The Bear, and Jeff Hiller, known for his work in Somebody Somewhere, during a live-streamed event from the Television Academy’s campus in North Hollywood.
Understanding the Emmy Nomination Process
The Emmy Awards are determined by the members of the Television Academy. According to the official rules and procedures, voting is conducted in two phases: the nomination round, where members vote for programs in their specific peer groups, and the final round, where the entire voting membership selects the winners. This structure ensures that categories like cinematography, editing, and acting are evaluated by professionals working within those respective fields.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch the 76th Emmy Awards?
The ceremony will air live on ABC and will be available to stream on Hulu starting September 16, 2024.
Why is the 76th Emmy Awards happening in 2024?
While the 75th Emmy Awards were held in January 2024 due to industry strikes in 2023, the 76th edition marks a return to the standard calendar year, honoring television excellence from the 2023–2024 eligibility period.
Who determines the winners?
Winners are chosen by the Television Academy’s voting members. The process involves a peer-reviewed system where industry professionals vote for excellence in their specific crafts, followed by a general membership vote for top categories.