Apple TV+ made an impressive mark at the 77th Annual Emmy Awards, securing a total of 22 awards across various categories. The highlight of the night was The Studio, which made history as the most-awarded freshman comedy series ever, taking home an incredible 13 trophies.
The Studio Shines in Comedy
The standout comedy, produced by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, dominated the comedy categories, winning the coveted Outstanding Comedy Series award, along with honors for acting, writing, and directing. Seth Rogen was honored with the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series award, while Bryan Cranston earned the Outstanding Guest Actor award. The show’s writing team, which included Rogen, Goldberg, Peter Huyck, Alex Gregory, and Frida Perez, also won the award for Outstanding Writing.
The technical aspects of the show were equally celebrated, with wins in cinematography, casting, production design, editing, music supervision, and both sound editing and mixing. This sweep of awards marked an unprecedented achievement for a debut comedy series.
Drama Triumphs with Severance
Apple TV+ didn’t stop at comedy. The platform also made waves in drama with Severance, which took home eight awards. Britt Lower, Tramell Tillman, and Merritt Wever all earned acting honors, and the series was recognized for its cinematography, music composition, and title design. Slow Horses added another win to the tally with an Outstanding Directing award, pushing Apple’s total to 22.
Apple TV+ Grows Stronger
Jamie Erlicht and Zack Van Amburg, Apple executives, shared their excitement about the wins, praising the creative teams behind the shows. Erlicht emphasized the emotional depth of both The Studio and Severance, while Van Amburg described the evening as “an unforgettable, record-setting night” for Apple TV+.
What’s Next for Apple TV+?
With these Emmy wins, Apple TV+ has solidified its place as a growing force in original programming. The platform’s blend of high-quality comedy, captivating drama, and outstanding technical achievements signals that its influence in the television industry is only going to expand in the years to come.