FX has made headlines after shattering Emmy records, claiming a staggering 36 awards at the 2024 ceremony. With standout performances from series like Shogun and The Bear, FX’s triumph this year marked a historic achievement for the network, celebrating its strongest showing since the memorable 2016 Emmy Awards.
This year, FX’s performance eclipsed previous records set by giants HBO and Netflix, which have long been the dominant forces in Emmy wins. Disney, having recently acquired FX, celebrated a total of 60 wins over the two weekends of events, including an impressive collection of 51 Creative Arts Emmys. Dana Walden, co-chairman of Disney Entertainment, expressed amazement at the accomplishments of Landgraf and his team.
Leading up to the awards, Disney CEO Bob Iger praised the efforts of those behind Shogun, a show that took a significant investment to produce, stating, “John is just such a great executive and believes in big ideas.” The series won a remarkable 18 Emmy Awards this year alone, setting a new record for a single show at the event.
The Bear, another hit for FX, also broke its own record by winning 11 awards, which surpassed its previous highest of 10. The series entered the Primetime Awards with several wins already secured, picking up additional honors for its cast and crew, even as competition remained fierce.
Meanwhile, Netflix held its own with wins in various categories, notably with Baby Reindeer and The Crown. Peacock also celebrated its first top series win for The Traitors. In contrast, it was a challenging year for HBO, which struggled to capture the same momentum, despite a few notable wins for series like Hacks.
As the night concluded, FX’s prowess was clear, marking an extraordinary turnaround and solidifying its status in the entertainment industry as a formidable contender in the awards landscape. With this successful season under their belt, John Landgraf and his team have much to celebrate — they have not only broken records but also reshaped the narrative of the Emmy Awards for years to come.