HBO Max Breaks Emmy Record, Leads 2025 Nominations

HBO Max set a new record at the 2025 Emmy Awards with 142 nominations, surpassing Netflix’s 120 and Apple TV+’s 81, reinforcing its leadership in prestige television. The Penguin (24), The White Lotus (23), The Last of Us (16-17), and Hacks (14) led HBO Max’s nominations. Apple TV+ had a standout year, with Severance earning the most nominations for any drama series (27) and The Studio leading comedies with 23 nods, reflecting Apple’s rising awards presence. Severance was recognized across nearly all drama categories, with most main cast members nominated. Disney’s platforms, including Hulu and FX, also had a strong showing, with The Bear and Andor each receiving double-digit nominations. The 2025 nominations highlight increasing competition among streaming services for Emmy recognition.