FX’s hit series Shōgun has emerged as the frontrunner for the 30th Critics Choice Awards, earning an impressive six nominations. The awards ceremony is scheduled for January 12, 2025, at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica and will be broadcast live on E! in the United States. Indian audiences can stream the event on Lionsgate Play at 5:30 AM IST on January 13, 2025.
Top Nominees Revealed
Accompanying Shōgun at the top are six other highly recognized shows, each with four nominations. These include:
- Abbott Elementary (ABC)
- Disclaimer (Apple TV+)
- Hacks and The Penguin (HBO|Max)
- The Diplomat (Netflix)
- What We Do in the Shadows (FX)
Eight additional programs followed closely, earning three nominations each.
Platform Nominations Breakdown
Streaming giants and networks are locked in fierce competition this year. Netflix leads the overall nominations tally with 23 nods, followed by HBO|Max with 21. Disney’s FX (including FX/Hulu) secured 20 nominations, while Apple TV+ rounded out the list of top platforms with 12.
Shōgun’s Nominations
The nominations for Shōgun span multiple categories, showcasing its critical acclaim. Among its most notable nominations are:
- Best Drama Series, where it faces competition from:
- The Diplomat (Netflix)
- The Day of the Jackal (Peacock)
- Evil (Paramount+)
- Industry (HBO|Max)
- Interview with the Vampire (AMC)
- The Old Man (FX)
- Slow Horses (Apple TV+)
The show’s cast also shone brightly, with nominations for:
- Hiroyuki Sanada and Anna Sawai in acting categories.
- Supporting nods for Tadanobu Asano, Takehiro Hira, and Moeka Hoshi.
Best Comedy Series Highlights
In the comedy genre, competition is just as fierce. Nominees for Best Comedy Series include:
- Abbott Elementary (ABC)
- Hacks (HBO|Max)
- What We Do in the Shadows (FX)
- English Teacher (FX)
- Nobody Wants This (Netflix)
- Only Murders in the Building (Hulu)
- Somebody Somewhere (HBO|Max)
- St. Denis Medical (NBC)
Ceremony Details
The Critics Choice Awards are recognized as a premier celebration of excellence in television. This year’s ceremony promises to deliver unforgettable moments as Shōgun and other top shows battle it out for top honors.
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