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UPDATE: March 30, 2023
2023 Emmy Predictions:
Exceptional limited or anthology series
Evan Peters as Jeffrey Dahmer in episode 102 of “Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story”
COURTESY OF NETFLIX
Weekly Commentary: The limited series category has been one of the hottest races in recent years, but it seems more open than ever in 2023, especially with “The White Lotus” gone to drama.
At the top are Netflix’s serial killer series ‘Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story’ and HBO’s upcoming ‘Love & Death’, which are sure to have a significant impact, especially for Elizabeth Olsen and Jesse Plemons.
More user-friendly choices are in the mix, including Disney+’s “Star Wars” spinoff “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” which stars Emmy winner Ewan McGregor. Plus, Prime Video has a big hit on its hands with the musical delight of “Daisy Jones and the Six” starring the talented Riley Keough. The streamer could also rally support behind “Swarm,” which drew attention to Dominique Fishback, and the upcoming “Dead Ringers” starring Rachel Weisz.
Voting for Emmy nominations takes place June 15-26. Primetime Emmy nominations will be announced on July 12. Check back every Thursday for the latest updates. All information is preliminary and subject to change.
And the expected nominees are:
- “White House Plumbers” (HBO)
- “George and Tammy” (Show time)
- “Swarm” (First video)
- “Five days at the Memorial” (Apple TV+)
Other high-level possibilities
All eligible titles (literate by network)**
**This list is not yet complete and is subject to change.
2022 Category Winner: “The White Lotus” (HBO) — Season 1 — Mike White, David Bernad, Nick Hall (executive producers); Mark Kamine (co-executive producer)
Emmy Awards Prediction Categories
DRAMA SERIES | COMEDY SERIES | LIMITED OR ANTHOLOGICAL SERIES | TV FILM | LEAD ACTOR (DRAMA) | LEADING ACTOR (COMEDY) | LEADING ACTOR (LIMITED/TV MOVIE) | LEAD ACTRESS (DRAMA) | LEAD ACTRESS (COMEDY) | LEAD ACTRESS (LIMITED/TV MOVIE) | SUPPORTING ACTOR (DRAMA) | SUPPORTING ACTOR (COMEDY) | SUPPORTING ACTOR (LIMITED/TV MOVIE) | SUPPORTING ACTRESS (DRAMA) | SECONDARY ACTRESS (COMEDY) | SUPPORTING ACTRESS (LIMITED/TV MOVIE) | TALK SERIES | SCRIPT VARIETIES SERIES | GAME SHOW | DIRECTION (DRAMA, COMEDY, LIMITED/TV MOVIE) | WRITING (DRAMA, COMEDY, LIMITED FILM/TV) | SKETCHES OF VARIETY, SERIES, SPECIALS |
Creative Arts and Other Emmy Categories
INTERIM GUEST, VOICE-OFF | SHORT FORM | DOCUMENTARY | MUSIC | ANIMATED |
About the Primetime Emmy Awards
The Primetime Emmy Awards, better known as the Emmys, are presented by the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (ATAS). Since 1949, the awards have recognized excellence in American prime-time television programming. They are divided into three classes – Primetime Emmy Awards, Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards (recognizes achievement in craftsmanship), and Primetime Engineering Emmy Awards (recognizes significant contributions in engineering and technology). The typical eligibility period is between June 1 and May 31 of any given year. The Television Academy has over 25,000 members, representing 30 professional peer groups, including artists, directors, producers, art directors, artisans and executives.