12 Worst Emmy Snubs of 2025, According to Cosmo Editors
Before we get into it, keep in mind that some of your faves of the year might not be on the list of nominees or snubs because they aren't actually eligible. The window for the this year's Emmys was between June 1, 2024, and May 31, 2025, so shows like Too Much won't be up for nominations until next year. Other shows, like Squid Game or The Bear, were eligible for past seasons—not the ones you just binge-watched last month.
The 2025 Emmys will air live on Sunday, Sept. 14, at 8 p.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+ and you can check out all the Emmy nominees here.
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