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Pluribus news
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The gist
Pluribus is nominated for top drama at the 78th Emmy Awards, where The Pitt is favored.
The ceremony's outcome shapes which shows dominate this TV awards season.
Background
The 78th Emmy Awards split its ceremonies: the Television Academy handed out the vast majority of its more than 100 primetime Emmys over a weekend at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, with the main telecast following on September 14. Pluribus, starring Rhea Seehorn, is among the top nominees in drama alongside The Pitt, while Hacks and Widow's Bay lead the comedy races. The staggered schedule means some shows already built up trophy counts before the main show.
How it unfolded
- Sep 6, 2026An early Emmys ceremony is held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, eight days before the main awards show and telecast.
- Sep 8, 2026After the first weekend of awards, Widow's Bay leads with eight wins; The Pitt and Pluribus have four each.
- Sep 14, 2026The 78th Emmy Awards main ceremony airs on NBC and Peacock, with the biggest categories still to be decided.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Prognosticators are nearly all picking The Pitt to win its second straight best drama prize.
- Analysts
- The stars of The Pitt, Pluribus, Hacks and Widow's Bay are seen as runaway favorites for the top acting awards.