2025 Emmy Nominations Announced: British Drama "Adolescence" Scores 13 Nods
Severance Dominates with 27 Nominations
The Television Academy has announced the nominations for the 77th Emmy Awards, with Apple TV+'s psychological thriller Severance emerging as the frontrunner with an impressive 27 nominations. The critically acclaimed series secured a spot in the prestigious Outstanding Drama Series category, where it will compete against HBO's The White Lotus, The Pitt, and other major contenders. Close behind is The Penguin with 24 nominations, followed by the Hollywood satire The Studio with 23 nods, including Outstanding Comedy Series.
British Breakout: Adolescence’s Stellar 13-Nod Haul
Among the standout nominees is the British crime drama Adolescence, which garnered an impressive 13 nominations. The Netflix series, which sparked national conversations about online safety following its March premiere, received recognition for Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series. Fifteen-year-old Owen Cooper earned a nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series for his portrayal of schoolboy murder suspect Jamie Miller, while veteran actor Stephen Graham received a nod for Outstanding Lead Actor for his role as Jamie's father. The series' innovative filming technique—each episode shot as one continuous take—has been widely praised by critics and audiences alike.
British & Irish Talent Shines Across Categories
British talent features prominently across multiple categories, with Sir Gary Oldman nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his performance in the spy thriller Slow Horses, which also earned a nomination for Outstanding Drama Series. Charlie Brooker's dystopian anthology Black Mirror received a nomination for Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series, with American actress Rashida Jones earning recognition for her role in the latest season.
The nominations also highlight strong Irish representation, with Sharon Horgan nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for Bad Sisters and Colin Farrell receiving a nod for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series for The Penguin. Scottish actor Alan Cumming earned a nomination for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality-Competition Program for his work on the U.S. version of The Traitors, which is also competing for Outstanding Reality Competition Program.
Harrison Ford’s Historic First Emmy Nomination
In a historic moment, 83-year-old Harrison Ford received his first-ever Emmy nomination for his role as a grumpy therapist in the comedy-drama Shrinking, competing in the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series category. The nomination marks a significant milestone in Ford's illustrious career, adding to his legacy as one of Hollywood's most revered actors.
Awards Ceremony Details & Anticipation
The 77th Emmy Awards ceremony is set to take place in September, where the television industry's brightest stars will gather to celebrate another year of exceptional storytelling and performances. With Severance leading the nominations and British productions like Adolescence making a strong showing, this year's awards promise to be a thrilling celebration of television excellence. Fans and industry insiders alike will be watching closely to see which shows and performers take home television's
