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We will update this article throughout the season, along with all our predictions, so make sure to keep checking IndieWire for the latest news from the 2023 Emmys race. The nomination round of voting takes place from June 15 to June 26, with the official Emmy nominations announced Wednesday, July 12. Afterward, final voting commences August 17 and ends the night of August 28. The 75th annual Primetime Emmy Awards will now take place Monday, January 15, live on Fox at 8:00 p.m. Et/ 5:00 p.m. Pt.

See our previous thoughts on what to expect at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards here.

The State of the Race

Last Emmys season definitely felt like a turning point for the Outstanding Television Movie category, with voters coming to more of a consensus on what makes a film a made-for-tv movie in a post-streaming world. Disney TV pulled off a history-making win with “Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers,...

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Outstanding Television Movie

Weekly Commentary: It’s a “weird” season, but there have been pleasant surprises.

“Prey,” the Predator prequel, which was filmed in the Stoney Nakoda First Nation west of Calgary nabbed six inspired nominations including outstanding television movie, directing and writing. And while Indigenous Peoples...

This year, for the first time since 2018, multiple Best TV Movie Emmy nominees have also earned recognition for their writing or directing, seemingly indicating a return to form for the time-honored program format. The current race for the main telefilm prize is also one of the most compelling in recent memory, as every one of the five contenders has a unique set of advantages that could put it over the top.

After winning the Critics Choice and PGA Awards for Best TV Movie earlier this year, “Weird: The Al Yankovic Story” is the natural frontrunner in the corresponding Emmy contest. The vast majority of Gold Derby’s participating users concur, but they also erroneously expected last year’s award to go to “The Survivor” rather than “Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers.” With that in mind, it’s important to pay attention to what makes “Weird” vulnerable against its challengers and...

Scroll through our photo gallery to see our official 2023 Emmy predictions for Best TV Movie. Disney+ has a chance to achieve a second consecutive Best TV Movie victory for “Hocus Pocus 2” after its “Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers” won last year’s race. It is now involved in a rematch with the Roku Channel and faces its first challenges from Hulu and NBC.

Roku’s current bid for “Weird: The Al Yankovic Story” serves as a follow-up to its first in this category for “Zoey’s Extraordinary Christmas” (2022). “Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas” is the 49th NBC movie ever nominated here and the first since “Dolly Parton’s Christmas of Many Colors: Circle of Love” (2017). Another film starring and produced by Dolly Parton – Netflix’s “Christmas on the Square” – won this award in 2021.

Rounding out this lineup are “Fire Island” and “Prey,” which are the first Hulu movies to ever compete for this honor.

Scroll through our photo gallery to see our official 2023 Emmy predictions for Best TV Movie. Disney+ has a chance to achieve a second consecutive Best TV Movie victory for “Hocus Pocus 2” after its “Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers” won last year’s race. It is now involved in a rematch with the Roku Channel and faces its first challenges from Hulu and NBC.

Roku’s current bid for “Weird: The Al Yankovic Story” serves as a follow-up to its first in this category for “Zoey’s Extraordinary Christmas” (2022). “Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas” is the 49th NBC movie ever nominated here and the first since “Dolly Parton’s Christmas of Many Colors: Circle of Love” (2017). Another film starring and produced by Dolly Parton – Netflix’s “Christmas on the Square” – won this award in 2021.

Rounding out this lineup are “Fire Island” and “Prey,” which are the first Hulu movies to ever compete for this honor.

Burgeoning network The Roku Channel had a breakthrough year at the Emmys thanks to its original telefilm “Weird: The Al Yankovic Story.” In all, the Weird Al Yankovic biopic parody received eight nominations including three for the infamous music superstar himself for producing, writing and music & lyrics. In addition, former “Harry Potter” star Daniel Radcliffe earned his first major career bid for taking on the role of Weird Al. Read on for a closer look at “Weird: The Al Yankovic Story’s” eight nominations.

In the top category of Best TV Movie, “Weird” by far received the most noms of any of its rivals this year. The others, in descending order, are Hulu’s “Prey” with six, Disney+’s “Hocus Pocus 2” with three, and NBC’s “Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas” and Hulu’s “Fire Island” both with two. Earlier this awards season, “Weird” claimed two Critics Choice Awards for movie and actor,...

Nominations for the Emmy Awards 2023 have been announced this morning during a live ceremony that was broadcast on the official Emmys website, and the horror genre is well represented in multiple categories. Horror nominees this year include “Wednesday,” “The Last of Us” and “Yellowjackets,” as well as the straight-to-Hulu Predator movie Prey!

Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, last year’s Prey has been nominated for “Outstanding TV Movie” at the 2023 Emmy Awards, eligible due to its direct-to-streaming release strategy.

Prey has actually been nominated in six Emmys categories this year, also including Writing, Directing, Editing, Music Composition, and Sound Editing. A Huge win for horror.

Across all categories, Succession holds this year’s top spot with 27 Emmy nominations followed by The Last of Us (24), The White Lotus (23) and Ted Lasso (21).

Here are some of the big horror highlights for the Emmy Awards 2023…

Outstanding Drama Series

“Andor” (Disney+)

“Better Call Saul...

With too much television, viewing every piece of content that is up for consideration for this year’s Primetime Emmy Awards nominations is impossible. With 163 drama series, 95 comedies, 51 limited or anthologies and 61 television movies, every TV-goer has their tastes.

Variety staffers have come together to curate its own dream Primetime Emmys ballot, with voting set to close at 10 p.m. Pt tonight.

However, it should be noted — we love consistency, especially in TV land.

With our selections, we want to continue to promote (and advocate) for the Television Academy to allow 10 nominees in the top series categories. In addition, we would love to see uniformity in the acting races or a performer felt like a leading entry as opposed to a supporting, then we recognized as such. We also combined all of the reality, variety and documentary into each of their respective races. Not every type of show needs its own category.

Three months from now, the Weeknd might just have an Emmy to place alongside his four Grammys and his Oscar nomination.

That’s because he joins a dozen other music superstars — including Dolly Parton, Common, Ryan Tedder, “Weird Al” Yankovic and Meshell Ndegeocello — who have entered work in this year’s Emmy competition.

Voting began yesterday in the seven music categories. Approximately 550 members of the Academy’s music branch will cast ballots, although viewing the hundreds of entries before voting ends on June 26 is an impossible task, Academy officials privately concede.

The Weeknd, aka Abel Tesfaye, is among the 19 entries in the Music Direction category. He submitted “The Weeknd Live at Sofi Stadium,” an HBO special that aired in February. If nominated, he’s likely to be up against such past winners as Adam Blackstone and Rickey Minor (“The Oscars”).

Most of the big-name performers have entered the song category...

Just days after it premiered on May 29, 2023, “Reality” is now predicted to receive a top Emmy nomination for Best TV Movie. In the 82-minute telefilm, former two-time Emmy nominee Sydney Sweeney (“Euphoria” and “The White Lotus”) portrays Reality Winner, the American intelligence specialist who, in 2017 at the age of 25, was arrested for allegedly leaking a report about potential Russian interference in the 2016 election to the media.

“Reality” made its initial debut at the Berlin International Film Festival earlier this year to great fanfare. It’s based on the play “Is This A Room” by Tina Satter, who now co-writes (with James Paul Dallas) and directs the movie. Co-stars include Josh Hamilton as Agent Garrick and Marchánt Davis.

SEESydney Sweeney offers a very brief tease for ‘Euphoria’ Season 3

According to Gold Derby’s updated Emmy predictions, the five nominees for Best TV Movie will be “Weird: The Al Yankovic Story” at 82/25 odds,...

Please Note: This forecast, assembled by The Hollywood Reporter’s awards columnist Scott Feinberg, reflects his best attempt to predict the behavior of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, not his personal preferences. He arrives at these standings by drawing upon consultations with voters and strategists, analysis of marketing and campaigns, results of awards that precede the Emmys and the history of the Emmys itself. There will be regular updates to reflect new developments.

*Best Drama Series*

Frontrunners

Succession (HBO/Max)

The White Lotus: Sicily (HBO/Max)

The Last of Us (HBO/Max)

Better Call Saul (AMC)

The Crown (Netflix)

Yellowjackets (Showtime)

The Mandalorian (Disney+)

The Diplomat (Netflix)

Major Threats

House of the Dragon (HBO/Max)

Andor (Disney+)

The Handmaid’s Tale (Hulu)

The Old Man (FX)

1923 (Paramount+)

Yellowstone (Paramount)

Bad Sisters (Apple TV+)

Possibilities

The Boys (Amazon)

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Amazon)

Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story...

Please Note: This forecast, assembled by The Hollywood Reporter’s awards columnist Scott Feinberg, reflects his best attempt to predict the behavior of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, not his personal preferences. He arrives at these standings by drawing upon consultations with voters and strategists, analysis of marketing and campaigns, results of awards that precede the Emmys and the history of the Emmys itself. There will be regular updates to reflect new developments.

*Best Drama Series*

Frontrunners

Succession (HBO/Max)

The White Lotus: Sicily (HBO/Max)

The Last of Us (HBO/Max)

Better Call Saul (AMC)

House of the Dragon (HBO/Max)

Yellowjackets (Showtime)

The Crown (Netflix)

The Mandalorian (Disney+)

Major Threats

Andor (Disney+)

The Handmaid’s Tale (Hulu)

1923 (Paramount+)

Yellowstone (Paramount)

The Diplomat (Netflix)

The Old Man (FX)

The Boys (Amazon)

Slow Horses (Apple TV+)

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Amazon)

Bad Sisters (Apple...

Just two weeks ago, Gold Derby’s odds did not predict “Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas” would receive an Emmy nomination for Best TV Movie. But now, NBC and Peacock’s warm-hearted holiday telefilm has jumped up to the fourth-place position to win the category, behind likely challengers “Weird: The Al Yankovic Story,” “Prey” and “Fire Island” (see chart below). Just how much farther will producer/actress Dolly Parton climb in our racetrack odds before the Emmy nominations are announced on July 12?

See ‘Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas’: The music legend’s new NBC special and where to find her holiday classics

Never count out Dolly! In 2021, another one of her holiday specials, “Christmas On the Square,” surprised pundits when it took home the Emmy Award for Best TV Movie. At the time it was in fourth place in Gold Derby’s winner odds, behind “Sylvie’s Love,” “Uncle Frank...

In the past decade or so, the television movie has been thought to possibly be dead. But don’t tell that to producer Sam Haskell, who won an Emmy for producing the 2021 television film “Dolly Parton’s Christmas On the Square.” In an exclusive video interview with Gold Derby (watch above), Haskell declares, “The TV movie is back!” He is back in the Emmy race this season as the executive producer of two films: “Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas” for Peacock and “A Waltons Thanksgiving” for The CW.

Both of Haskell’s films focus on the joy of the holiday season. For “A Waltons Thanksgiving,” a reimagining of the classic, Emmy-winning series,, the focus is on the Walton family encountering a troubled youth who will change the family forever. In “Mountain Magic Christmas” the focus is on the inimitable Dolly Parton and her struggle to put on a Christmas show that will lift audiences’ spirits.

Please Note: This forecast, assembled by The Hollywood Reporter’s awards columnist Scott Feinberg, reflects his best attempt to predict the behavior of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, not his personal preferences. He arrives at these standings by drawing upon consultations with voters and strategists, analysis of marketing and campaigns, results of awards that precede the Emmys and the history of the Emmys itself. There will be regular updates to reflect new developments.

*Best Drama Series*

Frontrunners

Succession (HBO/Max)

The White Lotus: Sicily (HBO/Max)

The Last of Us (HBO/Max)

Better Call Saul (AMC)

House of the Dragon (HBO/Max)

Yellowjackets (Showtime)

The Crown (Netflix)

The Mandalorian (Disney+)

Major Threats

Andor (Disney+)

1923 (Paramount+)

The Handmaid’s Tale (Hulu)

The Diplomat (Netflix)

Yellowstone (Paramount)

The Old Man (FX)

The Boys (Amazon)

Slow Horses (Apple TV+)

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Amazon)

Bad Sisters (Apple...

Terry Crews is set to host the 30th annual Movieguide Awards, where Chrissy Metz will give a musical performance.

The awards, which honor “the best of family-friendly movies and television programs and spiritually uplifting entertainment,” will be handed out at a Feb. 10 ceremony taking place at the Avalon Theater in Hollywood that will air on UPtv on Feb. 26.

This will mark the third time Crews has hosted the Movieguide Awards. Metz, meanwhile, will perform in celebration of the release of When I Talk To God, I Talk About You, an inspirational children’s book she wrote with Bradley Collins.

Presenters at the ceremony will include Candace Cameron Bure, Paula Abdul, Kate Flannery, Kathy Ireland, Bruce Davison, Haylie Duff, Rob Meyes, Tiffany Daniels, Feny Rokpthavana, Reagan To, Kristi Murdoch, Jonathan Roumie, Jason Cook and Michelle Morgan.

“We are thrilled to celebrate inspirational movies, streaming, and television programs in person this year,...

It’s a “knife” fight for the top spot in streaming this week. Netflix’s “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery,” starring Daniel Craig, and Amazon Prime Video’s long-awaited third season premiere of “Jack Ryan,” led by John Krasinski, battled it out, but ultimately the “Knives Out” sequel prevailed in this week’s edition of Samba TV’s Weekly Wrap report.

The Wrap report provides an exclusive first look at the most-watched movies and individual TV programs from the past week across both linear television and streaming. Viewership insights come from data collected from a panel of more than 3 million households drawn from over 25 million connected TVs balanced to the U.S. Census.

Tom Clancy’s action-thriller series “Jack Ryan” snapped Netflix’s streak of sweeping the streaming charts back to back, capturing four of the top 10 slots and landing at No. 2, hot on the trail of Netflix’s new movie release,...

The 134Th Tournament Of Roses Parade — Pictured: “The 134th Tournament of Roses Parade” Key Art — (Photo by: NBC) NBC will continue the tradition of ringing in the New Year with a live broadcast of the 134th Rose Parade Presented by Honda. The parade will also be livestreamed on Peacock. “Access Hollywood” and “Access Daily with Mario & Kit” co-host Mario Lopez and “American Auto” star Ana Gasteyer will take the reins for this year’s telecast from Pasadena, Calif., on Monday, Jan. 2 from 11:30-1 p.m. Et (8:30-10 a.m. Pt). Most NBC affiliates will also carry the optional coverage of the parade from 11-11:30 a.m. Et (8-8:30 a.m. Pt). NBC is celebrating its 96th year broadcasting the Rose Parade, beginning on radio in 1927 and then televising the annual event beginning in 1954. Headlining the annual event this year is former Arizona congresswoman and gun violence prevention advocate Gabby Giffords,...

In a field of Netflix, stands Paramount+’s “Tulsa King” in the latest edition of Samba TV’s Weekly Wrap report providing an exclusive first look at the most-watched movies or individual TV programs from the past seven days across both linear television and streaming.

Notably, the drama from “Yellowstone” creator Taylor Sheridan was the only non-Netflix program to secure a spot on the most-watched streaming list. Starring three-time Oscar nominee Sylvester Stallone, the crime series continues to generate strong viewing interest, potentially from fans of Sheridan’s other mega-hit “Yellowstone”. It’s clear that Paramount and Sheridan have a knack for building robust franchises with an engaged fan base that appears to already be paying strong dividends with each new show and each new season.

But, this week’s list highlights the remarkable staying power of Netflix’s breakout show “Wednesday” and the unofficial start of the holiday programming season.

The holidays are in full swing, and Dollywood has a special treat for us this Christmas. NBC recently announced the newest guest stars in Dolly Parton's upcoming holiday movie "Dolly Parton's Mountain Magic Christmas," including the country legend's own goddaughter, Miley Cyrus. The network also cast Billy Ray Cyrus, Jimmy Fallon, Willie Nelson, Jimmie Allen, and Zach Williams as additional guests, with Tom Everett Scott, Ana Gasteyer, and Angel Parker set to star alongside Parton.

The holiday special is a full movie musical centered around Parton's desire to spread the "Mountain Magic" of Dollywood at Christmastime, and the plot is reportedly full of heartwarming Christmas themes. According to a press release from NBC, the film takes off when "Three Wise Mountain Men" appear to Parton to guide her on a journey through her past and help her become reinspired by the magic of Christmas.

When Parton finally returns to...

Country legend and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Dolly Parton could easily be described as a Christmas angel with the sheer amount of holiday programming she has brought fans throughout the years. She continues the yuletide cheer this season with “Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas” airing December 1 on NBC and Peacock. Per NBC, “This sentimental holiday movie takes viewers on a journey through time as Parton is visited by the Three Wise Men. The entertainer is taught valuable lessons, ultimately challenging her notions of the real magic of Christmas.”

Special guests on “Mountain Magic Christmas” include Willie Nelson, Jimmy Fallon, Miley Cyrus, Billy Ray Cyrus, Jimmie Allen and Zach Williams.

See Dolly Parton 15 best songs ranked for her Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction [Photos]

But that’s not all Dolly has up her sleeve. Returning to NBC on New Year’s Eve, she reunites with her goddaughter to...