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2026 Emmys preview: Everything you need to know for TV's biggest night

The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards are arriving to honor a year of remarkable artistic achievement, innovative storytelling and exceptional craftsmanship across broadcast, cable and streaming platforms. As the television industry continues its rapid evolution, this year's ceremony showcases a competitive field of long-standing critical favorites alongside breakout original series.

2026 Emmys preview: Everything you need to know for TV's biggest night

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The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards are arriving to honor a year of remarkable artistic achievement, innovative storytelling and exceptional craftsmanship across broadcast, cable and streaming platforms.

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As the television industry continues its rapid evolution, this year's ceremony showcases a competitive field of long-standing critical favorites alongside breakout original series.

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The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards are arriving to honor a year of remarkable artistic achievement, innovative storytelling and exceptional craftsmanship across broadcast, cable and streaming platforms. As the television industry continues its rapid evolution, this year's ceremony showcases a competitive field of long-standing critical favorites alongside breakout original series. With thin margins in the major drama, comedy and limited series categories, legacy networks and streaming giants are going toe-to-toe for top honors.

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  • Whether you are looking for host details, streaming info, the full list of nominees or a preview of who is taking the stage to present, here is your complete guide to the 2026 Emmys:
  • Taking the stage for the first time as a host of television's biggest night, Hargitay brings decades of iconic TV leadership to the broadcast.

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LIVE in downtown Los Angeles on Monday, Sept. This year's ceremony will be hosted by "Law & Order:

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