Emmy Awards 2025: Full List of Winners and Highlights

The 2025 Emmy Awards lit up Los Angeles on Sunday, 14 September, celebrating the very best in television. It was a night of big wins, surprising moments, and record-breaking achievements. The Pitt, Severance, Hacks, and Adolescence stood out as major winners, each taking home multiple trophies across key categories. The Studio made Emmy history, becoming the most awarded comedy series for a single season, bagging a total of 13 wins including the Creative Arts Emmys.

Here’s a full breakdown of all the winners and notable nominees from television’s biggest night.

Outstanding Drama Series

Winner: The Pitt (HBO Max)
HBO Max’s The Pitt took home the top drama award, outshining strong contenders like Andor, Severance, and The Last of Us. This victory solidifies HBO Max’s continued dominance in prestige storytelling.

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Outstanding Comedy Series

Winner: The Studio (Apple TV+)
Apple TV+ made history with The Studio, winning the top comedy prize and cementing its status as a comedy powerhouse. The show stood out with its writing, performances, and cultural relevance.

Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series

Winner: Adolescence (Netflix)
Netflix scored big with Adolescence, which delivered emotionally intense performances and gripping storytelling. The show was praised for its depth and powerful cast.

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Top Acting Wins in Drama

Lead Actor: Noah Wyle (The Pitt)
Lead Actress: Britt Lower (Severance)
Wyle and Lower both delivered commanding performances that helped their respective shows land multiple awards. Lower’s role in Severance especially stood out for its emotional range.

Supporting Actor: Tramell Tillman (Severance)
Supporting Actress: Katherine LaNasa (The Pitt)
Both Tillman and LaNasa received wide acclaim for their standout supporting roles. Severance continued its streak with multiple wins across acting and technical categories.

Top Acting Wins in Comedy

Lead Actor: Seth Rogen (The Studio)
Lead Actress: Jean Smart (Hacks)
Smart’s third Emmy win for Hacks proves her staying power, while Rogen’s win added to The Studio’s incredible tally.

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Supporting Actor: Jeff Hiller (Somebody Somewhere)
Supporting Actress: Hannah Einbinder (Hacks)
Einbinder’s second win showcased her growth and consistency in comedy acting.

Top Acting Wins in Limited or Anthology Series

Lead Actor: Stephen Graham (Adolescence)
Lead Actress: Cristin Milioti (The Penguin)
These two delivered performances that left lasting impressions, especially Graham, whose raw portrayal in Adolescence earned him critical acclaim.

Supporting Actor: Owen Cooper (Adolescence)
Supporting Actress: Erin Doherty (Adolescence)
Netflix’s Adolescence emerged as a major player in limited series, sweeping key acting categories.

Writing & Directing Wins

Drama Writing: Dan Gilroy (Andor)
Comedy Writing: The Studio team (Apple TV+)
Limited Series Writing: Jack Thorne and Stephen Graham (Adolescence)

Drama Directing: Adam Randall (Slow Horses)
Comedy Directing: Seth Rogen (The Studio)
Limited Series Directing: Philip Barantini (Adolescence)

Writing and directing awards reflected a wide range of genre styles, with Disney+, HBO Max, Netflix, and Apple TV+ all taking home at least one major prize.

Variety & Reality Wins

Reality Competition: The Traitors (NBC)
This surprise win over legacy shows like Top Chef and Survivor marks a major moment for NBC.

Scripted Variety Series: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO Max)
Talk Series: The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (CBS)
Live Special: SNL50: The Anniversary Special (NBC)

These shows brought humor, commentary, and special moments that resonated with both voters and audiences.

A Year of Streaming Power

Streaming platforms dominated once again, with HBO Max, Netflix, and Apple TV+ collecting the lion’s share of the wins. Apple TV+ especially made headlines with The Studio, proving it can compete in both drama and comedy categories. Netflix’s Adolescence demonstrated the streamer’s ability to craft gripping limited series that hit hard emotionally and critically.

Final Thoughts

The 2025 Emmy Awards not only celebrated established names but also shined a spotlight on fresh voices and experimental formats. From Apple’s genre-breaking comedies to HBO’s dramatic powerhouses and Netflix’s bold miniseries, the ceremony reflected the diversity and evolution of television today.

Whether you’re a fan of sharp comedies, gripping dramas, or limited series that challenge the norm, this year’s Emmy winners delivered something unforgettable for every type of viewer.