HBO Max’s medical drama The Pitt entered the Emmys with the most nominations, but Apple TV’s supernatural comedy Widow’s Bay has emerged as a standout, securing eight wins so far. Other noteworthy shows include DTF St. Louis (six wins) and Spider-Noir (five wins), while both The Pitt and Pluribus garnered four.
The Emmys are being celebrated over three nights, with the main event schedulled for Monday, Sept. 14, on NBC and Peacock. Early wins signal which shows may be worth checking out.
Widow’s Bay
Set on a cursed New England island, this comedy-horror series stars Matthew Rhys as the skeptical mayor seeking to boost tourism amidst supernatural occurrences. Critically acclaimed, it won awards for casting, cinematography, production design, music, and sound, along with a guest performance Emmy for Betty Gilpin.
DTF St. Louis
This dark comedy features unhappy husbands exploring a hookup app, leading to unexpected consequences. Praised as “funny and lurid,” it received multiple Emmy awards, including for acting and writing.
Spider-Noir
A unique crime drama featuring Nicolas Cage as a former superhero detective, Spider-Noir blends classic noir influences with modern storytelling, winning five Emmys before its cancellation.
Pluribus
Created by Vince Gilligan, this sci-fi series follows one of the last “unhappy” people on Earth after most have joined a hive mind. It won multiple technical awards, highlighting its innovative world-building.
The Pitt
Despite being a frontrunner with 13 acting nominations, The Pitt initially celebrated a win for Ernest Harden Jr. in a guest role. Its strength lies in its ensemble cast and dynamic patient stories.
Margo’s Got Money Troubles
Following a young mom turned OnlyFans creator, this comedy-drama showcases a lighter side of life’s hardships with strong performances from Elle Fanning and Michelle Pfeiffer. Its wins in costume and makeup underscore its unique character portrayals.
My Mom Jayne
Host Mariska Hargitay’s documentary about her mother, Hollywood icon Jayne Mansfield, won Outstanding Documentary and earned Hargitay her first directing Emmy, broadening her career beyond acting.
With the awards highlighting a diverse range of storytelling and performances, the Emmys have already set the stage for which shows might be the next must-watch hits.
