Emmys 2023: Canadian Humor, ‘The Crown’ Triumphs, and ‘SHOGUN’ Makes History

The 76th Emmy Awards delivered a night of memorable moments, from the heartwarming acceptance speech of Elizabeth Debicki for her portrayal of Princess Diana in ‘The Crown’ to the historic win of ‘SHOGUN’ and its lead actors, Hiroyuki Sanada and Anna Sawai. The ceremony also saw a dose of Canadian humor from hosts Eugene Levy and Dan Levy, and a surprise nod to Will Smith’s infamous slap at the Oscars.

FX Dominates the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards

The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards saw FX Networks, LLC take home the most awards, with their shows ‘Shogun’ and ‘The Bear’ winning multiple prestigious categories, including Best Drama Series and Best Comedy Series respectively. ‘Hacks’ also secured a top win for Best Comedy Series, while ‘Baby Reindeer’ was named Best Limited or Anthology Series. This year marked a significant achievement for FX, exceeding their previous record for Emmy wins.

Shōgun and The Bear Dominate 2024 Emmy Nominations

The 2024 Emmy nominations were announced on Wednesday morning, with Shōgun and The Bear leading the pack. Shōgun, initially slated as a limited series, earned 25 nominations after its renewal for two more seasons. The Bear season 2 broke records with 23 nominations, surpassing 30 Rock’s 22 nominations in 2009. The 2024 Emmy Awards will air live on ABC on September 15th.

Emmy Predictions: ‘Shogun’ Takes Center Stage, ‘Fallout’ a Contender, and ‘The Bear’ Faces Uncertainty

With the 2023 Emmy season just behind us, the anticipation for the 2024 nominations is already heating up. Vanity Fair’s Little Gold Men podcast dives into predictions for the major categories, highlighting ‘Shogun’ as a frontrunner in drama, ‘Fallout’ as a potential surprise, and a close race between ‘The Bear’ and ‘Hacks’ in comedy. The podcast also explores the limited series category, where Netflix’s ‘Baby Reindeer’ is expected to dominate. Beyond the Emmy talk, the podcast analyzes the Oscar potential of upcoming releases like ‘Sing Sing’ and ‘Blitz’, and the significance of festival selections for ‘Beetlejuice’ and ‘Blitz’.

Hulu’s Hidden Gem: ‘Shōgun’ – A Must-Watch for May

In a world of streaming giants, Hulu stands out with a content library that rivals its competitors. Among its treasures is ‘Shōgun’, a limited series adapted from the classic novel by James Clavell. This captivating show transports viewers to feudal Japan, where a British sea captain finds himself entangled in a complex web of power and intrigue. With its stellar cast, engaging storyline, and accessible format, ‘Shōgun’ is an unmissable choice for those seeking a binge-worthy watch this month.

The Midnight Boys: Deadpool & Wolverine Trailer, Shogun Finale, X-Men ’97, and Van’s Birthday Party

The Midnight Boys are back with another episode and they’re tackling a wide range of topics. They start off by taking a look at the latest trailer for Deadpool & Wolverine, then they dive into the beautiful finale of Shogun. From there, they discuss the latest episode of X-Men ’97. Finally, they wrap up the show by talking about some of the goings-on that happened at Van’s birthday party.

Showrunner Provides Update on ‘Shogun’ Season 2

The showrunner of the critically acclaimed limited series ‘Shogun’ has shed light on the possibility of a second season. While expressing appreciation for the show’s success, the showrunner acknowledged the challenges in continuing the story beyond the source material’s finite arc. Despite these hesitations, the showrunner indicated openness to a second season if a compelling narrative could be developed.

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