The Television Academy is facing renewed criticism for historically overlooking several critically acclaimed television series, leaving major programs without wins or even nominations.
According to reports from Esquire India and Collider on July 9, 2026, the Emmy Awards have repeatedly snubbed some of the most celebrated shows in recent memory.
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Biggest Snubs in Emmy History
One of the most notable examples is "Better Call Saul," which earned 53 nominations over six seasons but failed to win a single award.
Similarly, "The Office" star Steve Carell and "House" lead Hugh Laurie each received six acting nominations without ever taking home a trophy.
Cult favorites also suffered: "Hannibal" received just one nomination, while "BoJack Horseman" earned three nominations without any wins.
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Many highly rated programs failed to receive even a single Emmy nomination. The global hit "Peaky Blinders" was entirely ignored by voters.
Showtime's financial drama "Billions" and Starz's six-season crime drama "Power" also received no recognition.
Other acclaimed dramas completely shut out from the awards include HBO's "Looking," FX's "Snowfall," and the Netflix horror miniseries "The Haunting of Hill House."
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The reports highlight a pattern of major television shows being historically snubbed or completely denied nominations by the Emmy Awards, sparking ongoing criticism of the selection process.
