The 2025 Primetime Emmy Awards turned into a historic night for television, with Apple TV+’s Severance, Netflix’s Adolescence, and comedy smash The Studio all claiming major victories.
From Seth Rogen’s career-defining wins to Owen Cooper becoming the youngest male Emmy winner, the ceremony delivered drama both on and off the stage.
The Studio makes Emmy history
Comedy series The Studio emerged as the night’s biggest winner, sweeping an unprecedented 13 awards. The Apple TV+ hit broke the record for most wins by a comedy in a single season, surpassing The Bear’s 2023 tally of 10.
Co-creator and star Seth Rogen made history himself, tying the all-time record for most individual Emmy wins in one night. He claimed the Lead Comedy Actor award, Best Directing (with Evan Goldberg), and Best Writing for the show’s pilot. The team also secured the top honor of Outstanding Comedy Series, cementing The Studio as the comedy to beat.
Adolescence brings breakthrough wins
Netflix’s Adolescence was another standout, collecting eight trophies. The series won Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series along with multiple acting awards.
Stephen Graham took home Best Actor, Cristin Milioti won Best Actress for The Penguin, while Owen Cooper became the youngest male Emmy winner ever after being named Best Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series.
In an emotional acceptance speech, the rising star told the audience:
“Three years ago, I was nothing… and now I’m here. If you step out of your comfort zone, you can achieve anything.”
Drama categories highlight diversity, new talent
In drama, The Pitt claimed Best Drama Series, with its lead Noah Wyle earning Best Actor and Katherine LaNasa winning Best Supporting Actress.
Severance star Britt Lower was awarded Best Actress in a Drama Series, while Tramell Tillman made history as the first Black actor to win Best Supporting Actor in a Drama category.
Variety, talk, and special wins
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert took Best Talk Series.
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver added another Best Scripted Variety Series award.
SNL50: The Anniversary Special earned Best Variety Special (Live), with Lorne Michaels reflecting on his five decades with the show.
Complete list of Emmy Awards 2025 Winners
Best Drama Series: The Pitt
Best Comedy Series: The Studio
Best Limited/Anthology Series: Adolescence
Best Talk Series: The Late Show With Stephen Colbert
Best Variety Special (Live): SNL50: The Anniversary Special
Best Actor (Drama): Noah Wyle (The Pitt)
Best Actress (Drama): Britt Lower (Severance)
Best Actor (Comedy): Seth Rogen (The Studio)
Best Actress (Comedy): Jean Smart (Hacks)
Best Actor (Limited Series): Stephen Graham (Adolescence)
Best Actress (Limited Series): Cristin Milioti (The Penguin)
Supporting Awards: Tramell Tillman, Katherine LaNasa, Owen Cooper, Erin Doherty, Hannah Einbinder.
Best Writing & Directing: Dan Gilroy (Andor), Jack Thorne & Stephen Graham (Adolescence), Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg (The Studio), Adam Randall (Slow Horses), Philip Barantini (Adolescence).
The takeaway
The 2025 Emmys proved to be a landmark edition — celebrating new voices, breaking diversity barriers, and solidifying streaming platforms’ dominance. With The Studio rewriting comedy records and fresh talents like Owen Cooper making history, television’s future looks brighter than ever.
