Emmy 2021 Nominations Streaming Services Standout

Streaming platforms have become a strong force within the film and entertainment industry over the last couple of years, especially this past year. The impact of streaming services is demonstrated through the high number of nominations seen at this year’s award season, including the 2021 Emmy Awards.


2021 Nominations Streaming Services

HBO/HBO MAX in the Spotlight

The premium cable network, HBO, is not an amateur when it comes to award nominations. Known for their historically intense dramas and dark comedies, HBO consistently receives recognition for their work. Their streaming platform, HBO Max, is proving to be no exception. HBO Max, a streaming platform combining HBO classics, including TV shows, movies, and HBO Max Originals announced an impressive number of Emmy Awards nominations, with a total of 130 nominations. Netflix followed right behind HBO and HBO Max, with a total of 129 nominations. 

The network, HBO, landed 94 nominations, while the streaming service, HBO Max, scored another 36 nominations, giving them a combined total of 130 nominations. HBO has put out many streaming favorites, which has resulted in a huge number of nominations, even enough to top Netflix. HBO Max was launched just last year and certainly has revolutionized the streaming service industry, which has shown in the great number of nominations.


Streaming Platform Nominations

The amount of Netflix nominations, 129 in total, was down 19% compared to last year when the streaming giant hit its record nominations of 160. Disney Plus experienced a significant jump compared to last year and had 71 nominations in only its second year of eligibility.

Although the Emmy Awards does not bring in the same type of viewership as it did in past years, the fact that streaming services are being widely recognized in different awards ceremonies is noteworthy. In addition to HBO Max and Netflix nominations, Hulu, Disney Plus, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Peacock, and numerous other streaming services were also nominated, which further proves that the streaming service industry has changed the dynamic in awards ceremonies and the film and television industry as a whole, making it a great opportunity for creators and actors alike.

As a result, streaming services of all kinds have overshadowed broadcast networks for at least the last decade and by the looks of it, will continue to do so in the coming years. The nominees chosen reflect the dominance of streaming services, the demand for it, and the potential that they all have. Streaming services had over 300 nods, which resulted in more than cable and broadcast television combined. The world’s largest entertainment company, Disney, was the leading company overall, which includes a number of networks, like ABC, Freeform, FX, and Hulu, totaling to 146 nominees. While the audience viewership of the awards programs are on the decline–given that the 2021 Oscars was at a record low (Oscars 2022 will include a streaming movies category)–the awards themselves are highly coveted to those in the industry. And still, these accolades are greatly honored for the creators and actors involved. Streaming services have certainly made their mark in the world of awards ceremonies, especially now more than ever as more companies and networks are turning to streaming. And while many streaming shows and movies have made their breakthrough for their astonishing number of nominees, few have won in major categories. Despite that, it doesn’t mean that the opportunity isn’t there. Perhaps that will give creators the push they need to qualify for major categories.

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When and How to Watch the 73rd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards

The 73rd annual Primetime Emmy Awards will air live on Sunday, September 19, 2021 at 5 pm PT/8 pm ET on CBS and on Paramount Plus for streaming. Hosted by Cedric the Entertainer at the Microsoft Theater in Downtown Los Angeles, CA, this year’s Emmy Awards will be one that you will not want to miss.


History of the Emmy Awards

The Television Academy was first established in 1946 by Founder, Syd Cassyd, with the help of five charter members, with the objective to help television industry professionals develop the art and science of television. As of July 2021, the Television Academy now includes 16,000 voting members, within 29 Groups representing specific aspects of the Television Industry. The first Emmys, in 1949, were presented at the Hollywood Athletic Club in Los Angeles, CA. Tickets to attend cost only $5.00 at the time.


How to be Nominated for an Emmy

1. If eligible, a performer, program, or individual achievement must be submitted to the Television Academy. 

  • These can be submitted by the person themselves, or someone else who believes their achievement is noteworthy.

2. Following the submissions, the 16,000 voting members will choose which ones exemplify talent and excellence in their specific categories. This is considered the Nominations-round. 

  • For the 2021 Emmys, the Television Academy received over 8,000 submissions in a total of 119 categories. 

3. The nominations-round votes are calculated, then checked by Ernst & Young Accountants. 

  • The official Emmy Nominees were announced on July 13, 2021.

4. Lastly, there is final-round voting. This is when the Emmy voters will vote for their favorites in all 119 program categories, as well as in the non-program categories, which can also be voted on by their Peer Group. For performers and individual achievements, the Emmy voters consider the best work of the season chosen by the nominees. For programs, the Emmy voters judge the best episodes of the season chosen by the producers. 

  • For final-round voting, the voting members must be eligible based on their peer group. They cast their votes online, verify that they have watched the content in consideration, and must cast their votes by August 30.

5. After the final-round voting, the ballots are once again tallied, then checked by Ernst & Young Accountants.

  • The Emmy winners’ names are only known by the Accountants until during the live Emmy ceremony when they are then told to the Director of the Emmy Ceremony.

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