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16-07-2025
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Newly Emmy-Nominated Hulu Shows You Should Be Watching
FX received a total of 35 nods and Hulu raked in 23, bringing its overall haul to 58. This is significantly less than last year (not every year can be a Shōgun year!), but still an impressive showing when you look at its dominance in the major acting categories. The Bear (S3) As suspected, The Television Academy yet again said yes, chef to The Bear. Having a new (and considerably more favored) season of The Bear streaming during the voting window might have been exactly what the show needed to boost its Emmy chances. The drama (with some comedic moments!) was able to bring in 13 overall nominations — including for Ayo Edibiri's directing on the episode "Napkins" — despite a more tepidly received third season. That brings its total to 49 Emmy noms across three seasons.13 nominations, including: Comedy Series, Lead Actor in a Comedy Series (Jeremy Allen White), Lead Actress in a Comedy Series (Ayo Edibiri), Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series (Liza Colón-Zayas), Directing for a Comedy Series (Ayo Edibiri), Guest Actor in a Comedy Series (Jon Bernthal), Guest Actress in a Comedy Series (Olivia Colman), Guest Actress in a Comedy Series (Jamie Lee Curtis)Watch it on Hulu. Dying For Sex No surprises here! This limited series, based on the real-life story of Molly Kochan — whose terminal cancer diagnosis prompted a journey of sexual exploration — was an undeniable critical hit and featured what many believe to be career-best work from Jenny Slate and Michelle Williams. Its nomination haul reflects that. 9 nominations, including: Limited or Anthology Series, Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie (Michelle Williams), Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie (Rob Delaney), Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie (Jenny Slate), Directing for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie, Writing for a Limited or Anthology Series or MovieWatch it on Hulu. What We Do in the Shadows (S6) While What We Do In The Shadows wasn't able to break into the major acting categories, it's a relief to see that it's back in the Comedy Series mix for its final season. Now, get ahead of your streaming blues and read our list of show recs if it just hit you that, for the first time since 2018, there won't be a new season headed to FX.8 nominations, including: Comedy Series, Writing For a Comedy SeriesWatch it on Hulu. Only Murders in the Building (S4) No Steve, Selena, or more shockingly, Meryl, but eight nominations is nothing to frown about. In its fourth season, the comedy series had an uphill battle with new entries like The Studio and Nobody Wants This crowding the acting field.8 nominations, including: Comedy Series, Lead Actor In A Comedy Series (Martin Short)Watch it on Hulu. Mid-Century Modern (S1) A posthumous nod for Linda Lavin seemed like the most logical place for the Television Academy to show support for this new series, which follows three gay men who retire to Palm Springs. However, voters seemed more taken by the below-the-line craft, recognizing its sound mixing, production design, and picture editing. Its directing nomination was the biggest surprise of the bunch.5 nominations, including: Directing for a Comedy Series Watch it on Hulu. Paradise (S1) Perhaps the biggest overperformer from Hulu was this new series from This Is Us creator Dan Fogelman. While many were on the lookout for Sterling K. Brown's name, few saw James Marsden and Julianne Nicholson getting in there. Two acting nominations for Nicholson in a calendar year feels absolutely right, though.4 nominations, including: Outstanding Drama Series, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series (Sterling K. Brown), Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series (James Marsden), Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series (Julianne Nicholson)Watch it on Hulu. Welcome to Wrexham (S3) It should not come as a surprise to anyone that the two-time winner in the Unstructured Reality Program category has yet again received a nod for its third season. This genre-defying docu-series slash real-life Ted Lasso from Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds is clearly just getting started. 4 nominations, including: Unstructured Reality ProgramWatch it on Hulu. Bill Burr: Drop Dead Years In this hour-long special filmed at Seattle's Moore Theatre, Bill Burr takes on the mess of contradictions that define our modern lives. Emmy voters did not contradict themselves in their praise for his work — also throwing it a Picture Editing nomination.2 nominations, including: Outstanding Variety Special (Pre-Recorded)Watch it on Hulu. The Handmaid's Tale (S6) It's a time-honored tradition to see final seasons overperform on Emmy nomination morning. That was not the case with The Handmaid's Tale. The critical favorite, which previously nabbed 15 Emmy wins across its five seasons — including a Drama Series win for its first season — received an underwhelming send-off with S6. Reliably great guest actor Cherry Jones earned the lone nomination for Handmaid's — a third for her. 1 nomination: Guest Actress in a Drama Series (Cherry Jones)Watch it on Hulu. Sly Lives! (aka the Burden of Black Genius) Questlove's first doc won an Oscar. His second? Well, it may have flown under your radar entirely. Good thing the Television Academy has given the brilliant, underseen project about funk pioneer Sly Stone (and so much more) a bit more visibility by honoring it here. 1 nomination: Documentary or Nonfiction Special Watch it on Hulu. Social Studies This five-part series from Lauren Greenfield is a fascinating and sobering examination of teenhood in the age of TikTok. (And no, this won't be the last time you see TikTok mentioned in this nomination list.) As I expected, voters simply couldn't shake this doc when it came time to put pen to paper.1 nomination: Documentary or Nonfiction SeriesWatch it on Hulu. Say Nothing Well, one nomination is The chatter around this limited series adapted from the Patrick Radden Keefe book seemed to die down in the months after its release — never a great sign for an already under-the-radar title. In a just world, this series would have also landed a nod for Best Limited or Anthology Series. But we don't live in a just world, and you would know that if you watched Say Nothing.1 nomination: Writing for a Limited or Anthology Series or MovieWatch it on Hulu. The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives (S1) My reality feels very unstructured after learning that The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives landed a nomination for Unstructured Reality Program. I say that with mostly love in my heart! Hulu's breakout hit, now in its second season, introduced many to the messy, disorienting world of MomTok. Now, can we get these ladies in the same room as Julianne Nicholson's Dance Mom at the Emmys?1 nomination: Unstructured Reality ProgramWatch it on Hulu. Watch all of these Emmy nominees on Hulu.
Newsweek
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
'X-Files' Composer Mark Snow Dead at 78
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors Mark Snow, best known as the game-changing composer for "The X-Files," has died. Variety reports the composer died at his home Friday in Connecticut. He was 78. Read More: 'The Office' Star Announces He's Quitting Comedy Snow was a 15-time Emmy nominee, and six of those nominations were for the 200-plus episodes of "The X-Files" he scored. He also received nominations for TV movies and miniseries including "An American Story," "Children of the Dust," "Helter Skelter," "Oldest Living Confederate Widow Tells All," and "Something About Amelia." Composer Mark Snow attends The Television Academy Presents: Score! A concert celebrating music composed for television at Royce Hall, UCLA on May 21, 2014 in Westwood, California. Composer Mark Snow attends The Television Academy Presents: Score! A concert celebrating music composed for television at Royce Hall, UCLA on May 21, 2014 in Westwood, California. Earl Gibson III/WireImage While his work on "The X-Files" may be what he remains most remembered for, he also scored other series like "Blue Bloods," "Smallville," "T.J. Hooker," "Hart to Hart," and "The Ghost Whisperer." "His limitless talent and boundless creativity was matched only by the generosity he bestowed upon other composers who sought his guidance," said composer Sean Callery, who saw Snow as a mentor. "He would give the most inspiring and intelligent feedback when listening to the work of other young artists (myself included)." "He combined his decades of experience with the encouragement that composers cultivate: to trust in themselves, embrace their own unique voice, and learn to rely on their own instincts. And he did so with a humor and self-deprecation that made his wisdom all the more enduring." He continued that Snow's "The X-Files" work "brought an entirely new language of musical storytelling to television." While Snow started out in the 1970s writing for full orchestra, he would wind up becoming a pioneer in transitioning to an entirely electronic environment. He did most of his work alone in a home studio. Variety recounts Snow being "amused" when his intro score for "The X-Files" became a hit across Europe. "Nothing really big happens in the song," Snow said. "It stays in D-minor, there's no singing, drums or guitars, and it was a smash hit. That's pretty wild." Snow became a frequent collaborator with "The X-Files" creator Chris Carter. Along with scoring the two films "The X-Files" and "The X-Files: I Want to Believe," he went on to compose the scores for Carter's other TV series: "Harsh Realm," "The Lone Gunmen," and "Millennium." Mark Snow is survived by his wife Glynnis, his three daughters, and his grandchildren. More TV: 'Buffy' Reboot Star Teases Return of Dead Characters 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' Canceled
New York Post
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Sarah Sherman ‘started hysterically sobbing' after her ‘SNL' checks were sent to late comedy icon's estate
Sarah Sherman is recounting a heartbreaking moment. The 'Saturday Night Live' star, 32, recently revealed a cosmic connection she had to the late Gilda Radner, who appeared on the sketch comedy show from 1975 to 1980, before her 1989 death from ovarian cancer at age 42. 'I got a giant envelope in the mail,' Sherman recounted on Vulture's 'Good One' podcast last week, 'with a handwritten letter that was like, 'Hey, I'm Gilda Radner's brother. Weird thing happened where I've been receiving all of your residuals checks for the past few months.'' Advertisement 8 Sarah Sherman at The Television Academy in 2025. Todd Williamson/NBC via Getty Images 8 Gilda Radner during Season 3 of 'SNL.' NBCUniversal via Getty Images Sherman broke down after receiving the message from the beloved comic's sibling. Advertisement 'I started, like, hysterically sobbing, obviously,' she confessed. 'Because I'm like, 'Okay, God's speaking to me right now.' The fact that my SAG residuals checks had been sent to Gilda Radner's estate?' Sherman immediately told 'SNL' creator Lorne Michaels. 8 Gilda Radner attends the 'Saturday Night Live' New York City Premiere on December 12, 1977. Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images 'I texted Lorne [and] I was like, 'Oh my God, my checks have been sent to Gilder Radner's estate! Isn't this like a crazy coincidence?'' the actress explained. ''I feel like this is like a miracle or like I feel like this is a spirit is talking.'' Advertisement 'Obviously, that's a schizophrenic text message,' she quipped. But Michaels, 80, simply replied: 'That's sweet.' Radner was the first person to be hired for Season 1 of 'Saturday Night Live' alongside Garrett Morris, Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, Jane Curtin, Chevy Chase and Laraine Newman. 8 Sarah Sherman performs onstage during the 2025 Night of Too Many Stars in NYC. Getty Images for Night of Too Many Stars Advertisement 8 Gilda Radner, Chevy Chase, rehearse a 'Weekend Update' sketch with Emily Litella. The fallen star was on air for five seasons, bringing fan-favorite characters to life, such as Lisa Loopner of 'The Nerds,' Roseanne Roseannadanna and Baba Wawa — her Barbara Walters parody, Radner took home an Emmy for her work on 'SNL' in 1978. Sherman, meanwhile, joined the NBC series during Season 47 in October 2021. The 'You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah' actress came under fire in April for her 'White Lotus' parody that left Aimee Lou Wood feeling hurt. 8 Gilda Radner as Roseanne Roseannadanna. NBCUniversal via Getty Images Despite the backlash, Sherman explained her perspective on the sketch. 'I was excited to play her because she's so iconic, her character is so iconic,' Sherman told Vanity Fair in May, 'and I f–king obviously never meant to hurt anyone's feelings. Never in a million years did I get into comedy to make anyone upset. I feel terrible that anyone would feel bad.' Advertisement The April 12 episode poked fun at Donald Trump and his tariffs, using the characters from the third season of the HBO series to act out a family scene. Wood, 31, took to social media after the skit to call out Sherman's take on her character, Chelsea. 8 Sarah Sherman as Bannessa. Will Heath/NBC via Getty Images The comedian insisted that she wasn't trying to be mean about the 'Sex Education' alum. 'The show is in constant dialogue with culture as it's happening, and it happens really fast,' Sherman admitted. 'You have to be vigilant, you know what I mean?' Advertisement 'There are a lot of things out of your control,' she continued. 'You're playing a lot of different parts, you're doing a lot of different roles that you're not in control of. A lot of the process of the show has been, to me — how am I answering this? Staying vigilant but also being a part of the show — that is your job.' 8 Sarah Sherman during the 'White Lotus' sketch on Saturday, April 12, 2025. Holland Rainwater/NBC via Getty Images During her chat with the magazine, Sherman also touched on how being a part of 'SNL' has made her better at her craft. 'I came into the show as if everyone was like, 'She's crazy,'' she reminisced, 'and I did all this crazy stuff. It's like, oh, crazy doesn't go that long of a way. The show is an hour and a half. It can't be crazy the whole time. So the show has supported me to move in places that make me understand comedy better.'
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
2025 Emmy Predictions: Who Will Win at the Primetime Emmy Awards?
Editor's note: As Emmys season rolls along, IndieWire will update this page with in-depth Emmy predictions from Awards Editor Marcus Jones. A link to each category will lead to lists of the ever-changing contenders, plus reporting on what shows are playing well with voters, TV Academy rules changes, interviews with potential nominees, and more. As the TV season winds down, it is time to begin the conversation around which shows will win at the 2025 Emmys. (It is!) More from IndieWire 'USS Callister': Everything to Remember from the 'Black Mirror' Episode Before Its Season 7 Sequel 2025 Emmys Predictions: Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or a Movie The Television Academy will be looking to honor programs that aired between June 1, 2025 and May 31, 2025, a period of time still reeling from the widespread contraction of work in the industry, as well as the wildfires that devastated Los Angeles in January. However, unlike last year, which was jam-packed with two Emmys ceremonies, but was short on returning series, the Outstanding Drama Series race alone has Emmy winners like 'Severance,' 'The White Lotus,' 'The Last of Us,' 'Squid Game,' and 'The Handmaid's Tale' all back in contention for more awards. Similarly, 'Hacks,' 'The Bear,' 'Abbott Elementary,' and 'Only Murders in the Building' are all back in the Outstanding Comedy Series race, which has gotten more and more competitive by the year. Looking at the winter awards season, there have not been too many new shows to break through besides limited series 'The Penguin' on HBO, but as we have seen before with a project like 'Baby Reindeer,' there is still room for more shows to surprise and delight us by the time the first round of Emmys voting wraps on Monday, June 23, and nominations are announced on Tuesday, July more insight on the shows and stars we expect to be contenders this Emmys season, see the individual prediction pages listed below. IndieWire's Emmy predictions will be refreshed throughout the race, so bookmark this page for the most accurate power rankings out there, and make sure to follow IndieWire on X, Facebook, and Instagram for all the latest Emmys news. Outstanding Drama SeriesOutstanding Lead Actor in a Drama SeriesOutstanding Lead Actress in a Drama SeriesOutstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama SeriesOutstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series Outstanding Comedy SeriesOutstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy SeriesOutstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy SeriesOutstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy SeriesOutstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series Outstanding Limited or Anthology SeriesOutstanding TV MovieOutstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or a MovieOutstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or a MovieOutstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or a MovieOutstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Series or a Movie Outstanding Animated ProgramOutstanding Talk SeriesOutstanding Scripted Variety SeriesOutstanding Documentary or Nonfiction SeriesOutstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Special The nomination round of voting will take place from June 12 to 23, with the official Emmy nominations being announced on Tuesday, July 15. Final voting will commence on August 18 and will close on the night of August 27. Finally, the 77th annual Primetime Emmy Awards are set to take place on Sunday, September 14, live on CBS at 8:00 p.m. ET/ 5:00 p.m. PT. Make sure to bookmark this landing page to stay in the loop on the latest news on the 2025 Primetime Emmy Awards race, and who we expect will be collecting trophies come September. Best of IndieWire 2023 Emmy Predictions: Who Will Win at the Primetime Emmy Awards? 2023 Emmy Predictions: Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Special 2023 Emmy Predictions: Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series
