What to Expect at the 78th Emmy Awards

The 78th Emmy Awards are set to air Monday night, with Mariska Hargitay, known for her role in Law & Order: SVU, as the host. This year’s ceremony comes with some changes. The Television Academy expanded what used to be the Creative Arts Emmys into a two-night event. This new format highlights categories such as casting, guest actors, game shows, documentaries, and the contributions of behind-the-scenes professionals.

This year, Rob Reiner was honored posthumously, receiving his third Emmy for a guest appearance on The Bear. Host Mariska Hargitay also won two awards for her documentary, My Mom Jayne. The main ceremony on Monday will feature the presentation of 19 awards, including those for top comedy and drama series, as well as best actor and actress in each category.

Emmy Awards Schedule

The Emmy Awards will broadcast live on NBC and Peacock, starting at 8 p.m. ET and 5 p.m. PT. For those interested in pre-show coverage, E! will offer live content beginning at 5 p.m. ET and 2 p.m. PT.

This Year’s Nominees

Nominations for the top comedy series include familiar names like Hacks, Abbott Elementary, and The Bear, alongside new contenders Widow’s Bay and Margo’s Got Money Troubles. On the drama front, last year’s winner The Pitt is up against challengers like Pluribus, Slow Horses, The Diplomat, among others. The Pitt has several actors earning their first nominations this year, as well as Dale Dickey and Kate O’Flynn for Widow’s Bay. For those interested, a full list of nominees and NPR critics’ commentary is available online.

Additional Highlights

This year’s ceremony will feature a performance by Noah Kahan, who will sing “Bridge Over Troubled Water” during the In Memoriam segment. Award presenters include Alan Cumming, Sally Field, Jon Hamm, Marcello Hernández, Niecy Nash-Betts, Keke Palmer, Amy Poehler, Florence Pugh, Rachel Sennott, and Zendaya.