Apple TV+ Achieves Record 72 Emmy Award Nominations Across Top Categories
July 17, 2024 – Culver City, California
Apple’s streaming service, Apple TV+, has made an impressive mark in the entertainment industry by securing a record-breaking 72 Emmy Award nominations. This achievement spans across 16 of its original productions, showcasing the platform’s diverse and high-quality content. The nominations include prestigious categories such as Outstanding Limited Series, Outstanding Drama Series, and Outstanding Comedy Series, highlighting its phenomenal growth and industry impact since its launch less than five years ago.
Key Nominations and Recognitions
Outstanding Limited Series:
- Lessons in Chemistry stands out with its first-ever nomination in this category for Apple TV+. The show, which has garnered 10 nominations in total, stars Brie Larson, Lewis Pullman, and Aja Naomi King, all of whom have received acting nominations.
Outstanding Drama Series:
- The Morning Show and Slow Horses have both been nominated, with The Morning Show leading with 16 nominations. This includes 10 acting nominations, the highest for any drama series this year. Stars Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon, who are also executive producers, have been nominated for Best Actress in a Drama Series.
Outstanding Comedy Series:
- Palm Royale has made a significant impact with 11 nominations, including Outstanding Comedy Series. The show features Kristen Wiig, who has been nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series.
Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Special:
- The documentaries STEVE! (martin) a documentary in 2 pieces and Girls State have both received multiple nominations, including for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Special.
Outstanding Hosted Nonfiction Series or Special:
- The Reluctant Traveler With Eugene Levy has earned two nominations, making it the first Apple Original docuseries to be recognized in this category.
Detailed Breakdown of Nominations
The Morning Show (16 nominations):
- Outstanding Drama Series
- Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series: Jennifer Aniston
- Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series: Reese Witherspoon
- Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series: Nicole Beharie, Greta Lee, Karen Pittman, Holland Taylor
- Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: Billy Crudup, Jon Hamm, Mark Duplass
- Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series: Marcia Gay Harden
- Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series: Mimi Leder
- Outstanding Casting for a Drama Series
- Outstanding Production Design for a Narrative Contemporary Program
- Outstanding Contemporary Hairstyling
- Outstanding Contemporary Makeup (Non-Prosthetic)
Palm Royale (11 nominations):
- Outstanding Comedy Series
- Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series: Kristen Wiig
- Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series: Carol Burnett
- Outstanding Period Costumes for a Series
- Outstanding Choreography for Scripted Programming
- Outstanding Production Design for a Narrative Period or Fantasy Program
- Outstanding Period or Fantasy/Sci-Fi Hairstyling
- Outstanding Period or Fantasy/Sci-Fi Makeup (Non-Prosthetic)
- Outstanding Music Composition for a Series
- Outstanding Main Title Design
- Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music
Lessons in Chemistry (10 nominations):
- Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series
- Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie: Brie Larson
- Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie: Aja Naomi King
- Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie: Lewis Pullman
- Outstanding Music Composition for a Limited or Anthology Series
- Outstanding Directing for a Limited or Anthology Series: Millicent Shelton
- Outstanding Period Costumes for a Limited or Anthology Series
- Outstanding Cinematography for a Limited or Anthology Series
- Outstanding Main Title Design
- Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music
Slow Horses (9 nominations):
- Outstanding Drama Series
- Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series: Gary Oldman
- Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: Jack Lowden
- Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series: Jonathan Pryce
- Outstanding Casting for a Drama Series
- Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series
- Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series: Saul Metzstein
- Outstanding Picture Editing for a Drama Series
- Outstanding Music Composition for a Series
Additional Nominations:
- Loot: Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series: Maya Rudolph
- Hijack: Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series: Idris Elba
- The New Look: Outstanding Period Costumes for a Series
- Masters of the Air: 3 nominations, including Outstanding Sound Editing
- Physical: 2 nominations, including Outstanding Cinematography
- Silo: 2 nominations, including Outstanding Music Composition
- Girls State: 3 nominations, including Outstanding Directing for a Documentary
- Sugar: Outstanding Cinematography for a Single-Camera Series
- Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas: 2 nominations, including Outstanding Production Design for a Variety Special
- The Reluctant Traveler With Eugene Levy: 2 nominations, including Outstanding Writing for a Nonfiction Program
- STEVE! (martin) a documentary in 2 pieces: 5 nominations, including Outstanding Directing for a Documentary
- Carpool Karaoke: The Series: Outstanding Short Form Comedy, Drama, or Variety Series
- Outstanding Commercial: “Album Cover” — Apple iPhone 15, “Fuzzy Feelings” — iPhone + Mac
Industry Reactions and Future Prospects
Zack Van Amburg, Apple’s head of Worldwide Video, expressed his gratitude to the Television Academy, emphasizing the immense talent and creativity of the artists involved. Jamie Erlicht, also head of Worldwide Video at Apple, highlighted the global resonance of these creative works and congratulated the nominees.
This historic achievement follows Apple TV+’s previous successes, including multi-Emmy Award-winning comedy Ted Lasso and the Oscar-winning film CODA. The platform’s rapid rise and recognition in the industry underscore its commitment to delivering high-quality, original content.
About the Nominated Shows
The Morning Show: This series delves into the competitive world of morning news, exploring the personal and professional lives of its characters. Season three intensifies as a tech mogul’s interest in the network threatens existing loyalties and forces characters to confront their values.
Palm Royale: Set in 1969, this comedy-drama follows Maxine Simmons as she strives to break into Palm Beach high society. The show examines the lengths one will go to achieve social belonging.
Lessons in Chemistry: Set in the 1950s, the series follows Elizabeth Zott, a scientist whose career is derailed by a patriarchal society. She becomes a TV cooking show host, using her platform to educate and empower.
Slow Horses: This espionage drama features a team of British intelligence agents relegated to a lesser department due to past mistakes. Led by Jackson Lamb, they navigate the complexities of the espionage world.
Loot: The second season follows Molly Wells post-divorce as she leads her philanthropic organization and embarks on a wellness journey.
Hijack: A real-time thriller about a hijacked plane en route to London, with negotiator Sam Nelson trying to save the passengers.
The New Look: Set during WWII, the series focuses on Christian Dior’s rise in the fashion world and his rivalry with Coco Chanel.
Masters of the Air: A war drama about the 100th Bomb Group during WWII, highlighting their dangerous missions and the psychological toll of combat.
Physical: Set in 1980s San Diego, the series follows Sheila Rubin’s transformation from housewife to fitness mogul.
Silo: A dystopian drama about the last 10,000 people on Earth living in a mile-deep silo, uncovering deep-seated secrets.
Girls State: A documentary exploring American democracy through the lens of teenage girls building their own government.
Sugar: A detective story featuring Colin Farrell as John Sugar, investigating a Hollywood producer’s granddaughter’s disappearance.
Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas: A special featuring musical performances by Emmy winner Hannah Waddingham.
The Reluctant Traveler With Eugene Levy: A travel series following Eugene Levy on a European tour, discovering local gems and exploring his heritage.
STEVE! (martin) a documentary in 2 pieces: A two-part documentary on Steve Martin’s career and personal life, featuring rare footage and insights.
Carpool Karaoke: The Series: Celebrities share a car, sing along to playlists, and embark on adventures, continuing to win awards.
Conclusion
Apple TV+ continues to demonstrate its prowess in delivering compelling and diverse content, as evidenced by its record 72 Emmy nominations. With a strong lineup of original programming, the platform is set to remain a significant player in the streaming industry. All nominated shows and more are available for streaming on Apple TV+, which offers a range of premium content across various genres and formats.
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