The 2026 Emmy winners (series, acting, directing, writing), ranked by critical reception.
Drama Series + Lead Actor (Noah Wyle). 92 Metacritic.
Lead Actress, Comedy (Jean Smart, her 8th Emmy). Final season. 88 Metacritic.
Lead Actress, Drama (Rhea Seehorn) + Writing (Vince Gilligan). 87 Metacritic.
Supporting Actress, Drama (Allison Janney). 84 Metacritic.
Directing, Drama (Saul Metzstein). 79 Metacritic.
Comedy Series + 5 more top awards; 14 Emmys in all, a comedy record. 78 Metacritic.
Supporting Actor, Drama (Tom Pelphrey). 77 Metacritic.
Lead Actor, Limited (Matthew Rhys). 71 Metacritic.
Limited Series + 4 more top awards. 70 Metacritic.
Lead Actress, Limited or Movie (Sally Field). 55 Metacritic.
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