Entertainment

HBO Max Dominates Emmy Nominations

Updated 2026-07-24 21:40 UTC 2 sources Neutral

HBO Max leads the Emmy nominations for the first time since 2017, with its two most-nominated series giving it a rare chance to win both drama and comedy categories. The platform aims to make history across three major program categories.

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Deadline

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2026-07-24 21:30 UTC

Variety

HBO Max Leads the Emmy Drama and Comedy Races for the First Time Since 2017. How Often Do Both Frontrunners Win?

HBO Max wants it all. The most-nominated network enters Phase 2 of the Emmy race with the year’s two most-nominated series, giving the platform a rare opportunity to capture television’s top drama and comedy prizes, and potentially make history across three major program categories. R

2026-07-24 21:30 UTC

Deadline

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2026-07-24 21:32 UTC