2026 Emmys Predictions: Pluribus to Hacks

The Emmy nomination voting has closed, and we’re eagerly waiting to see which shows will lead the pack this year. In the Drama category, favorites like The Pitt are expected to sweep the nominations after a successful second season. But don’t count out contenders like Pluribus and Task, who are poised to put up a good fight. With strong shows like The Diplomat, Slow Horses, and Paradise in the mix, the Drama category is shaping up to be a tight race.

Over in Comedy, things are heating up as well. With The Studio out of the running, shows like Hacks and The Comeback are looking to make a mark. Abbott Elementary and The Bear are back, but face tough competition. Keep an eye on Margo’s Got Money Troubles, which could be a breakout star this year. And don’t forget about Widow’s Bay, the dark horse ready to steal the show.

In the Limited Series categories, things are even harder to predict. Shows like Beef, The Beast in Me, DTF St. Louis, and Half Man all have serious potential to earn multiple nominations. Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette from FX could be the surprise hit in the acting categories, setting up a tight race for nominations.

Here are some of our Emmy nomination predictions:

In the Drama category, shows like A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, The Diplomat, and Pluribus are expected to be strong contenders. For Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series, keep an eye on actors like Sterling K. Brown, Gary Oldman, and Mark Ruffalo. In the Lead Actress category, stars like Zendaya and Keri Russell are likely to shine. And don’t forget about the Supporting Actor and Actress categories, where names like Julianne Nicholson and Patrick Ball are expected to make waves.

In the Comedy category, shows like Abbott Elementary, The Bear, and The Comeback are looking strong. For Outstanding Lead Actor, watch out for talents like Jason Segel and Matthew Rhys. And in the Lead Actress category, stars like Quinta Brunson and Elle Fanning are expected to impress. Lastly, keep an eye on Supporting Actor favorites like Harrison Ford and Nick Offerman.

With so many talented shows and actors in the mix, this year’s Emmy race is sure to be an exciting one. Stay tuned for the official nominations on July 8th to see who comes out on top!