Apple TV Achieves Record Wins at 2026 Emmys
WHO:
Collider - Apple TV, HBO, Netflix, Matthew Rhys, Stephen Root, Kate O'Flynn, Katie Dipold, Hiro Murai, Rhea Seehorn, Vince Gilligan, Noah Wyle, Jean Smart, Tom Pelphrey, Allison Janney, Sally Field.
WHAT:
Engadget - Apple TV has only been around for seven years but it just beat 55-year-old HBO for the prestige TV crown in 2026 (again).
Engadget - "Widow's Bay" received 19 nominations and won multiple awards, including best comedy series, lead actor in a comedy series (Matthew Rhys), supporting actor and actress in a comedy series (Stephen Root and Kate O'Flynn), outstanding writing for a comedy series (Katie Dipold), and outstanding directing for a comedy series (Hiro Murai).
Engadget - Critical darling "Pluribus" picked up two awards for lead actress in a drama series (Rhea Seehorn) and outstanding writing for a drama series (Vince Gilligan).
Collider - Apple TV won a total of 29 awards at the 2026 Emmys.
Engadget - Apple TV collected eight Primetime Emmy awards, including six for "Widow's Bay" and two for "Pluribus."
Engadget - Apple TV also won 20 Creative Arts Emmys, bringing its total to 28 awards in 2026.
Engadget - HBO won five Primetime Emmys and 16 Creative Arts Emmys in 2026.
Engadget - Netflix won three Primetime Emmys and 13 Creative Arts Emmys.
WHERE:
Engadget - The Emmys took place in a location not specified in the articles.
WHEN:
Engadget - The 2026 Emmys occurred on a date not specified in the articles.
WHY:
Engadget - Apple TV's success is attributed to its strong performances and critical acclaim for its shows, particularly "Widow's Bay" and "Pluribus."
HOW:
The Hollywood Reporter - The Television Academy and Prime Video are in talks about the Amazon-owned streamer taking over as home of the Primetime Emmy Awards telecast.
Engadget - "Widow's Bay" received 19 nominations and won multiple awards, including best comedy series and several acting and writing awards.
(UPDATED September 16, 2026 14:01 UTC)
Apple TV has made a remarkable leap in the television landscape, surpassing the 55-year-old HBO to claim the prestige TV crown in 2026, thanks in part to the success of "Widow's Bay," which garnered 19 nominations and won multiple awards, including best comedy series and lead actor for Matthew Rhys. The show also saw wins for supporting actors Stephen Root and Kate O'Flynn, as well as accolades for outstanding writing and directing. Meanwhile, the Television Academy is in discussions with Prime Video about the possibility of the Amazon-owned platform hosting the Primetime Emmy Awards telecast in the future.
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(UPDATED September 16, 2026 10:44 UTC)
Apple TV had a remarkable showing at the 2026 Emmys, winning a total of 29 awards, which included eight Primetime Emmys, six of which were for the hit series "Widow's Bay." The show received an impressive 19 nominations, ultimately taking home multiple awards, including best comedy series, along with several acting and writing accolades. HBO and Netflix also made their mark, with HBO winning five Primetime Emmys and 16 Creative Arts Emmys, while Netflix secured three Primetime Emmys and 13 Creative Arts Emmys.