Seth Rogen’s Hollywood satire The Studio made Emmy awards history with a record breaking win streak. The Apple TV+ comedy series won 13 Emmy awards this year. This is the most wins for any comedy series in a single season. The show won four Primetime Emmy awards on Sunday night including the top prize for Outstanding Comedy Series.
The Studio also broke the record for most wins by a first year comedy series. It had already received nine Creative Arts Emmy awards before Sunday’s ceremony. The show earned 23 nominations which tied the record set by The Bear last year. This incredible success marks a major milestone for Apple’s streaming service.
Outstanding Comedy Series Victory
The Studio won the Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards. The show competed against strong contenders including Abbott Elementary, The Bear, and Hacks. This victory completed an extraordinary awards journey for the freshman series that premiered just six months ago.
Seth Rogen accepted the award with his team of collaborators. He appeared genuinely surprised by the win despite the show’s earlier successes during the evening. Rogen thanked everyone who watched and appreciated the show during his acceptance speech.
“Thank you. It’s getting embarrassing. I really appreciate it,” Rogen said at the beginning of his speech. “In all honesty — I’ll do my best attempt at sincerity here — if you watched our show, if you appreciated our show, if you voted for our show especially, thank you very much.”
The win was particularly significant for co-creator Frida Perez. She became the first Latina ever to win the Outstanding Comedy Series award. The production team also included Evan Goldberg, Peter Huyck, and Alex Gregory.
Seth Rogen Wins Best Actor
Seth Rogen won the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for his role as Matt Remick. He plays a newly appointed studio head struggling with corporate demands and creative ideals. This was Rogen’s first Emmy award for acting though he has been nominated before for producing.
Rogen defeated strong competition from Jeremy Allen White of The Bear and Martin Short from Only Murders in the Building. His win was part of The Studio’s overall dominance in the comedy categories during the ceremony. Rogen personally contributed to multiple award wins throughout the night.
The actor expressed genuine emotion about receiving the recognition. He acknowledged feeling somewhat embarrassed by how happy the award made him. Rogen also took time to thank the people he worked with on the series.
“I’m legitimately embarrassed by how happy this makes me,” Rogen admitted during his acceptance speech. “To be standing up here with all these people, these are the best people I know. And to have them spend their days working with me is truly one of the great honors of my life.”
Writing and Directing Awards
The creative team behind The Studio won awards for both writing and directing. Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg won the Emmy for Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series. They won for directing the episode titled “The Oner” which showcased their filmmaking skills.
The writing team earned the Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series. The winning writers included Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Peter Huyck, Alex Gregory, and Frida Perez. This recognition highlighted the sharp comedy and storytelling that defined the show’s successful first season.
These wins demonstrated the series excellence behind the camera as well as in front of it. The awards recognized the technical and creative craftsmanship that contributed to the show’s critical success. The Studio beat tough competition from established favorites in both categories.
Creative Arts Emmy Wins
Before Sunday’s Primetime ceremony, The Studio had already won nine Creative Arts Emmy awards. These awards recognized the technical excellence and supporting performances in the series. The wins covered various aspects of production from technical achievements to guest performances.
Bryan Cranston won Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series for his appearance on the show. The series also won for Outstanding Production Design, Outstanding Casting, and Outstanding Cinematography. Additional awards recognized the show’s costume design, editing, music supervision, and sound work.
The complete list of Creative Arts Emmy wins for The Studio includes Outstanding Guest Actor, Outstanding Production Design, Outstanding Casting, Outstanding Cinematography, Outstanding Contemporary Costumes, Outstanding Picture Editing, Outstanding Music Supervision, Outstanding Sound Editing, and Outstanding Sound Mixing. These awards demonstrated the show’s all around excellence in production quality.
Record Breaking Achievements
The Studio set multiple records with its 13 Emmy wins this year. The show now holds the record for most wins by a comedy series in a single season. It broke the previous record of 11 wins set by The Bear just last year.
The series also became the most winning freshman comedy in Emmy history. It surpassed the previous record held by other acclaimed first year comedies. The show’s 23 nominations tied the record for most nominations for a comedy series set by The Bear in 2024.
Seth Rogen personally tied the record for most Emmys won by a single individual in one night. He joined an elite group that includes Moira Demos, Amy Sherman Palladino, and Dan Levy. Rogen contributed to wins in acting, writing, and directing categories.
Show Description and Background
The Studio is a workplace comedy that satirizes modern Hollywood. Seth Rogen stars as Matt Remick, who becomes head of Continental Studios. The character struggles to balance corporate demands with his genuine love for movies. The show explores the challenges of managing creative talent while answering to corporate overlords.
The supporting cast includes Catherine O’Hara, Ike Barinholtz, Chase Sui Wonders, and Kathryn Hahn. The series features numerous A list guest appearances throughout its first season. The show was created and executive produced by Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Peter Huyck, Alex Gregory, and Frida Perez.
The series had a multi episode premiere in March 2025 on Apple TV+. It was renewed for a second season in May after positive critical reception and strong viewer response. The show has become part of the cultural conversation about Hollywood’s internal workings.
Apple TV+’s Emmy Success
Apple TV+ had a remarkable night at the Emmy awards beyond just The Studio’s success. The streaming service won 22 Emmy awards overall across its original programming. Severance won eight awards including Outstanding Lead Actress for Britt Lower and Outstanding Supporting Actor for Tramell Tillman.
Slow Horses won Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series for Adam Randall’s work. This continued success demonstrates Apple’s growing influence in the premium television space. The service has now earned 620 wins and 2,816 award nominations for its original content.
Apple executives expressed pride in their creative teams’ accomplishments. Zack Van Amburg, Apple’s head of Worldwide Video, called it an “unforgettable, record setting night.” Jamie Erlicht, also head of Worldwide Video, said the wins show “how great stories connect with audiences everywhere.”
Other Major Emmy Winners
While The Studio dominated the comedy categories, other shows also earned major awards. The Pitt won Outstanding Drama Series and Noah Wyle won Lead Actor in a Drama for the same show. Adolescence won Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series and earned several acting awards.
Jean Smart won her fourth Emmy for Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for Hacks. Hannah Einbinder won Supporting Actress in a Comedy for the same show. The Late Show with Stephen Colbert won Outstanding Talk Series for the first time.
The Traitors won Outstanding Reality Competition Program. The Emmy ceremony was hosted by comedian Nate Bargatze. He implemented a unique system to keep acceptance speeches brief by tying them to charity donations.
The Studio’s unprecedented success at the 2025 Emmy awards represents a significant achievement for Apple TV+ and the creative team behind the series. The show’s record breaking 13 wins demonstrate excellence across all aspects of television production from acting and writing to technical craftsmanship.
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