Tag Archives: Primetime Emmys

Emmys: ‘Downton’ Nearly Sweeps, Kate Winslet Edges Toward EGOT

By Kevin Wicks | Posted on September 18th, 2011

It was a mixed bag for Brits at Sunday night’s (September 18) Primetime Emmy awards, hosted by Glee‘s Jane Lynch. Downton Abbey pounded the competition in the miniseries and movie categories, while Kate Winslet solidified ...

Emmy Nominations: Idris Elba Nails a Nod for ‘Luther’

By Kevin Wicks | Posted on July 14th, 2011

The Primetime Emmy nominations were announced this morning (July 14), and congratulations to Idris Elba, star of BBC America’s six-part crime thriller Luther, for his nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or ...

Will British Drama Be Hurt If Emmys Ditch Miniseries Categories?

By Kevin Wicks | Posted on August 31st, 2010

If the broadcast networks have their way, the Primetime Emmys could cut the movies and miniseries categories from the live telecast moving forward, Variety reports. The big 4 networks are re-negotiating their contracts with the Emmys, ...

Creative Arts Emmys: The British Winners

By Kevin Wicks | Posted on August 23rd, 2010

The Creative Arts Emmys were handed out in an untelevised ceremony this weekend. Which shows and stars from across the Atlantic snatched some gold this time around?

British Emmy Nominee: Michael Sheen – Why No ’30 Rock’ Nod?

By Kevin Wicks | Posted on August 18th, 2010

Michael Sheen has played Tony Blair three times, and it’s a testament to Sheen’s immense talent that he’s brought new levels of depth to the character with each passing portrayal. He played the former UK prime minister ...