The 2025 Emmy Awards brought a celebration of talent and creativity, especially for fans of genre media. Notably, Andor shone brightly this weekend, securing several accolades as its much-anticipated final season was recognized.
Despite not claiming victories in categories like Best Drama or Best Directing, Andor triumphed with Best Writing in a Drama for the episode “Welcome to the Rebellion.” Additionally, during Saturday’s Creative Arts Emmys, the episode “Who Are You?” scooped up awards for Outstanding Production Design in a Narrative Period/Fantasy Drama and Picture Editing, while “Harvest” took home the award for Fantasy/Sci-Fi Costumes. The season also clinched the prize for Special Visual Effects.
In other categories, Severance was a standout winner, taking home eight Emmys, including Best Supporting Actor in a Drama for Trammell Tillman, Best Actress in a Drama for Britt Lower, and an Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama award for Meritt Weaver in “Who Is Alive?” Technical wins included Outstanding Title Design, Sound Mixing, and Music Composition for episodes like “Cold Harbor.”
HBO made a mark with wins for The Penguin and The Last of Us. For The Penguin, Cristin Milioti won Lead Limited Series/Anthology Actress, and Mick Giacchino was recognized for Music Composition. Notably, makeup wins were awarded for the episodes “Cent’anni” and “After Hours.” Meanwhile, The Last of Us received accolades for sound editing, specifically for the episode “Through the Valley.”
For a complete list of the Emmys winners for the 2025 season, with winners highlighted in bold, check the full list here.
Outstanding Drama Series
- Andor
- The Diplomat
- The Last of Us
- Paradise
- The Pitt (WINNER)
- Severance
- Slow Horses
- The White Lotus
Best Actor in a Drama Series
- Sterling K. Brown, Paradise
- Gary Oldman, Slow Horses
- Pedro Pascal, The Last of Us
- Adam Scott, Severance
- Noah Wyle, The Pitt (WINNER)
Best Actress in a Drama Series
- Kathy Bates, Matlock
- Sharon Horgan, Bad Sisters
- Britt Lower, Severance (WINNER)
- Bella Ramsey, The Last of Us
- Keri Russell, The Diplomat
Outstanding Comedy Series
- Abbott Elementary
- The Bear
- Hacks
- Nobody Wants This
- Only Murders in the Building
- Shrinking
- The Studio (WINNER)
- What We Do in the Shadows
Best Actor in a Comedy Series
- Adam Brody, Nobody Wants This
- Seth Rogen, The Studio (WINNER)
- Jason Segel, Shrinking
- Martin Short, Only Murders in the Building
- Jeremy Allen White, The Bear
Best Actress in a Comedy Series
- Uzo Aduba, The Residence
- Kristen Bell, Nobody Wants This
- Quinta Brunson, Abbott Elementary
- Ayo Edebiri, The Bear
- Jean Smart, Hacks (WINNER)
Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series
- Adolescence (WINNER)
- Black Mirror
- Dying for Sex
- Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
- The Penguin
Best Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series
- Colin Farrell, The Penguin
- Stephen Graham, Adolescence (WINNER)
- Jake Gyllenhaal, Presumed Innocent
- Brian Tyree Henry, Dope Thief
- Cooper Koch, Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
Best Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series
- Cate Blanchett, Disclaimer
- Meghann Fahy, Sirens
- Rashida Jones, Black Mirror
- Cristin Milioti, The Penguin (WINNER)
- Michelle Williams, Dying for Sex
What were the standout moments from the 2025 Emmys that surprised audiences?
Many viewers were taken aback by Severance’s impressive total of eight Emmys, solidifying its reputation within the industry.
Did Andor achieve all its award ambitions this year?
No, while Andor won Best Writing, it fell short in categories like Best Drama and Best Directing.
How can I stay updated on future award shows and their winners?
Following entertainment news sites and platforms like the Television Academy will keep you informed about upcoming nominations and winners.
Curious about other notable shows that took home awards?
HBO’s The Last of Us and The Penguin highlighted the night with both technical and performance accolades.
The 2025 Emmys showcased the brilliance of the television industry’s talent. For additional insights and news in entertainment, explore more at Moyens I/O.