'The Pitt' leads Emmy nominations with 25, 'Hacks' breaks comedy record

The television series 'The Pitt' has garnered a leading 25 Emmy Award nominations, distinguishing itself as the most-nominated program for the current cycle. This marks a significant increase from its previous season's nominations. The HBO Max drama received recognition across various categories, including 13 acting nominations, highlighting its widespread critical acclaim.

Meanwhile, the comedy series 'Hacks' made history by securing 24 Emmy nominations, setting a new record for the most nods ever received by a comedy in a single year. This achievement by the final season of the HBO Max show surpasses the previous record of 23 nominations held jointly by 'The Bear' and 'The Studio'.

These nominations for the 78th Emmy Awards were announced on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. The accolades position both series as frontrunners ahead of the awards ceremony scheduled for September 14, 2026.