Liputan6.com, Jakarta - The 78th Emmy Awards are set to return to the global entertainment stage on September 14, 2026, at the Peacock Theater in Downtown Los Angeles, California.
It will highlight the best works broadcast during the eligibility period from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026.
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Emmy nominations will be announced on July 8, 2026.
The 78th Creative Arts Emmy Awards ceremony will precede the main ceremony on September 5 and 6, 2026, presenting technical and artistic awards.
The main broadcast of the 2026 Emmy Awards will air in the United States on NBC and Peacock.
The Television Academy will introduce a new award, the "Legacy Award," to recognize television programs that have had a profound and lasting impact on culture and the industry.
Emmy Awards 2026 Schedule
The 78th Emmy Awards ceremony is scheduled for September 14, 2026, at the Peacock Theater in Downtown Los Angeles, California.
The eligibility period for television programs to be considered is from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026.
The Emmy Award nominations will be announced on July 8, 2026.
Prior to the ceremony, the 78th Creative Arts Emmy Awards ceremony will be held on September 5 and 6, 2026.
The main 2026 Emmy Awards telecast will air live in the United States on NBC and the Peacock streaming platform.
Early Predictions for the Drama Series Category
HBO Max's The Pitt is considered a strong favorite for continued dominance.
Noah Wyle's performance as a distressed emergency room doctor has received universal praise, with Gold Derby ranking Wyle with a 97.7% chance of a nomination and a strong potential win.
Meanwhile, Apple TV+'s Pluribus, Vince Gilligan's new drama series billed as a successor to Better Call Saul, leads the list of new drama contenders.
The series has a strong nomination chance, reaching a 96% on Gold Derby.
Apple TV+'s Severance also made the early predictions list thanks to its strong first season.
Zendaya's return in the final season of Euphoria (HBO Max) is also generating significant buzz.
Top Favorites in the Comedy Series Category
In the Comedy Series category, HBO Max's Hacks is widely expected to dominate in its final season.
Jean Smart's iconic performance has created strong buzz for its potential win, with hopes that Smart will receive another nomination and perhaps win the award as her "swan song."
Apple TV+'s The Studio, Seth Rogen's satirical Hollywood comedy, is also an early frontrunner for Best Comedy Series.
The series has been praised for its sharp writing, standout guest appearances, and high production quality, even winning several technical awards.
Other comedy contenders to watch include Shrinking (Apple TV+), Platonic, The Comeback starring Lisa Kudrow, and Abbott Elementary.
Tight Competition for Limited Series and Anthologies
The Limited Series and Anthology categories also feature stiff competition, with several standouts.
Netflix's Adolescence, an intense limited drama, has distinguished itself from the competition, attracted approximately 140 million views in its first three months.
FX's Love Story, an anthology series by Ryan Murphy, is attracting early attention thanks to its strong ensemble cast.
Meanwhile, Hulu's The Testaments, a sequel to The Handmaid's Tale, carries high prestige appeal and is expected to be a serious contender.
Apple TV+'s Imperfect Women, a psychological thriller based on the acclaimed novel, also stands out with its glamorous ensemble cast.
Featured Actors and Actresses Predicted to Shine
Several acting performances have attracted particular attention and are predicted to be highlights at the 2026 Emmy Awards.
Noah Wyle of The Pitt is expected to earn a nomination and possibly win for Lead Actor in a Drama, reaffirming his status as a top actor.
Euphoria's Zendaya is a big favorite for Lead Actress in a Drama, with high expectations for her performance in the series' final season.
In the comedy categories, Jean Smart from Hacks is almost certain to receive a Lead Actress in a Comedy nomination.
Seth Rogen from The Studio is also expected to receive multiple nominations in the comedy categories, for both acting and writing.
Other acting contenders to watch include Claire Danes and Sarah Snook in the drama categories, Lisa Kudrow for her performance in The Comeback, and Harrison Ford from Shrinking.