‘Adolescence,’ ‘The Studio,’ and ‘The Pitt’ Dominate the 2025 Emmys and Mark a Shift in the TV Landscape

Tonight, Netflix’s must-watch British crime drama, Adolescence, surprised audiences by taking home the most Emmy Awards of the night with 6 wins for the limited series. Among the show’s many wins, including Outstanding Limited Series, Stephen Graham also picked up his first Emmy for acting. Following behind with 4 and 3 wins each, The Studio and The Pitt emerged as this year’s favorite comedy and drama. The Studio won Outstanding Comedy, while also garnering Seth Rogen his first Emmy for both acting and directing. Meanwhile, The Pitt took home Outstanding Drama, and delivered first wins for Katherine LaNasa and Noah Wyle, both of whom have been in the industry for over 30 years.

While Adolecence, The Pitt, and The Studio emerged as the big winners, several shows racked up impressive totals in nominations. FX’s The Bear continued its awards dominance with nominations across acting, directing, and guest categories, further proving its blend of chaos and tenderness has struck a nerve. HBO’s The White Lotus kept its ensemble streak alive, scoring multiple nods alongside directing recognition for Mike White. The Last of Us built on its breakout with nods for both leads and guests, demonstrating how a video game adaptation can thrive at television’s highest level. Disney+’s Andor added craft and writing awards, strengthening its reputation as prestige genre storytelling. On the comedy side, Abbott Elementary and Hacks once again showed their staying power, while Apple’s Shrinking proved a formidable contender with multiple acting nods. The spread underscored just how many shows are shaping today’s TV golden age, even in a year with clear frontrunners.

When One Show Rules Them All

When a single series dominates the Emmys, it often says as much about the moment as the show itself. This year’s biggest winner reflects an appetite for ambitious television that blends sharp concepts with emotional resonance. But the overall picture showed no shortage of competition — from kitchen chaos to galaxy-spanning intrigue, from political thrillers to heartfelt ensembles. Taking home the most trophies at the Emmys is more than a bragging right; it’s a statement about which stories defined the year. In a field this competitive, the number of wins secured by Adolescence is both a victory and a reflection of how ambitious storytelling is thriving.

You can see how it all went down with Collider’s play-by-play of the night.