The Emmy Awards have once again showcased the power of television, with a number of critically acclaimed shows receiving nominations for their final seasons. Among the standout performers is HBO Max's 'Hacks', which has shattered records with 24 nominations for its fifth and final season, the most ever for a comedy series in a single year. This achievement eclipses the previous record of 23 set by FX's 'The Bear' in 2024 and matched by Apple TV's 'The Studio' in 2025. 'Hacks' also surpasses the record of 15 nominations for Schitt's Creek's final season in 2020, solidifying its place in Emmy history. The series, starring Jean Smart, has been a consistent favorite, with 15 nominations for Season 1, 17 for Season 2, 16 in Season 3, and 14 for Season 4, before nearly doubling that in Season 5. The show's success is further evidenced by its 12 wins, including one Outstanding Comedy Series Emmy and four Lead Actress In a Comedy Series statuettes for Smart, who is nominated again. However, the overall record for most nominations in a single year remains with HBO's fantasy drama 'Game Of Thrones', which scored 32 for its final season. 'Hacks' is not alone in its Emmy glory; Netflix's 'Stranger Things' fifth and final season made it to the Top 10 most popular English series list, currently at No. 4, and added to its Emmy nomination haul, bringing it to 64 with seven noms for Season 5. The series has 12 wins to date, all in the Creative Arts Emmy categories. HBO's 'Euphoria' also received seven Emmy nominations for its final season, with an impressive 36% conversion rate of nominations to wins over its first two installments. This includes two out of two Lead Actress In a Drama Series Emmys for star Zendaya, who is nominated again. The show scored an Outstanding Drama Series nomination in 2022 for its second season. Prime Video's 'The Boys' also received five nominations in the crafts category and stunts for its fifth and final season, with a high nomination-to-win rate of 33%. Peacock's 'Ponies', a short-lived Cold War spy series, received one nomination for its first and final season, for title design. Meanwhile, 'The Bear', a FX comedy-drama, will have its Emmy farewell next year due to falling outside the Emmy eligibility period. This year's Emmy nominations highlight the diverse and talented landscape of television, with a mix of comedy and drama series leaving a lasting impact on audiences and critics alike. The records set by 'Hacks' and the other nominated shows demonstrate the high caliber of storytelling and performance in the industry, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the awards ceremony to see who takes home the coveted statuettes.
