Emmy Awards 2025: ‘Severance‘ and ‘The Pitt‘ Battle for Drama Series Supremacy
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Los Angeles, CA – August 21, 2025 – the competition for Best Drama Series at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards is shaping up as a tight race between Apple TV+’s psychological thriller Severance and the new medical drama The Pitt, according to industry analysis.The winners will be announced on september 14th.
‘Severance’ Dominates Nominations
Severance, which returned to screens after a production pause due to the 2023 Hollywood strikes, secured a leading 27 nominations a notable increase from the 14 it received for its first season. This impressive tally recognizes the show’s compelling narrative and strong performances.The series explores the concept of work-life balance taken to an extreme, following employees of Lumon Industries who undergo a procedure to sever their work memories from their personal lives.
Key nominations for Severance include lead actor Adam Scott and lead actress Britt Lower, portraying the complex relationship between their “innie” and “outie” selves. Supporting nominations went to Zach Cherry, Tramell Tillman, John Turturro, and Patricia Arquette, highlighting the ensemble’s strength.
Did You Know?
the sheer volume of nominations often correlates with a higher chance of winning, as the actors-the largest voting bloc-tend to support shows that recognize their peers.
‘The Pitt’ Gains Momentum with Industry Experts
While Severance leads in total nominations, The Pitt, a new series reuniting executive producer John Wells and star Noah Wyle, is gaining traction among Emmy experts. The show garnered 13 nominations, tying with The Bear and matching the total for the Limited Series contender Adolescence. The pitt focuses on the demanding world of a major metropolitan hospital, offering a grounded and character-driven narrative.
Noah Wyle received a nomination for Lead Drama Actor, considered a strong contender to win. Supporting nominations were also awarded to Katherine LaNasa for Supporting Drama Actress and Shawn Hatosy for Guest Drama actor,recognizing his performance in the season finale.
Nomination Breakdown: ‘Severance’ vs. ‘The pitt’
| Series | Total Nominations | Lead Actor nomination | lead Actress Nomination | Supporting Nominations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severance | 27 | Adam Scott | britt Lower | 6 |
| The Pitt | 13 | Noah W
 |