The Studio Crowned Best Comedy at 2025 Emmy Awards

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 14 - The Studio was named Outstanding Comedy Series at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards Sunday night, with co-creator and star Seth Rogen taking home the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series.

A biting satire of Hollywood’s power plays, The Studio led the comedy field and solidified its status as this awards season’s frontrunner.

A Night of Triumph for Hollywood Satire Under the bright lights of the Peacock Theater, The Studio captured television’s top comedy honor, defeating past champions including Hacks and The Bear. Seth Rogen, who co-created the series with Evan Goldberg, expressed genuine surprise and delight upon receiving his first acting Emmy.

Awards Night Highlights

  • Noah Wyle clinched his first Emmy, winning Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for The Pitt.
  • Netflix’s Adolescence dominated limited series categories with six wins, including Outstanding Limited Series.
  • Jean Smart extended her record as the oldest actress to win Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for Hacks.

Record-Breaking Success The Studio broke new ground by amassing 12 wins in a single night, surpassing the previous comedy record set by The Bear. Its razor-sharp scripts and ensemble performances resonated with both critics and Television Academy voters, underscoring Hollywood’s appetite for self-reflective humor.

Impact and Reception Critics praised The Studio’s unflinching portrayal of studio politics and celebrity culture. Rogen noted, “We set out to celebrate and skewer this industry we love-and tonight proves that the world was ready for it.” The series’ triumph at the Emmys cements its place among television’s most talked-about shows this year.