The Pitt and Hacks stood out for their exceptionally large nomination totals in the announcement of the 2026 Emmy nominations. The Television Academy announced the nominees for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards on July 8. The Pitt received 25 nominations, the most among all nominees. Hacks received 24 nominations, setting a single-year record in the comedy category.
The Pitt’s 25 and Hacks’ 24 nominations carry different meanings
Both figures refer to nominations, not wins. The key point about The Pitt’s 25 nominations is that it had the highest total among all nominees, while Hacks’ 24 nominations have the separate significance of setting a single-year record in the comedy category. The Television Academy’s official records page also lists the individual 2026 nominations for both series.
Therefore, this announcement alone does not mean that either series has won an award. A nomination is not confirmation of a final win, and the actual winners will be determined at the ceremony. At present, the verifiable information consists of the two series’ nomination totals and their official nomination listings.
The ceremony will air on NBC and Peacock on September 14
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards ceremony is scheduled to air live on NBC at 8 p.m. Eastern Time on September 14, 2026. The same ceremony is scheduled to be available on Peacock for live and on-demand streaming. Mariska Hargitay is listed as the host of the 2026 ceremony.
If you plan to watch, be sure to distinguish the nomination announcement from the ceremony schedule. The final winners will not be determined before September 14, and the nominee list may be revised subject to official committee approval. The latest information shown in the Television Academy’s official records and viewing guidance can be used to verify the nominees and the final results separately.