The Pomegranate’s Picks For the 2022 Primetime Emmy Awards
September 8, 2022
Monday, September 12, is the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards, and this year it’s very exciting, with many modern shows being nominated such as Only Murders In the Building, Strangers Things, and Euphoria. Here’s who deserves to win at the upcoming Emmys.
Outstanding Comedy Series
Awarded annually, Outstanding Comedy Series is for comedic television shows that have succeeded in being the best in writing, acting, and directing. This year’s nominees are…
Abbott Elementary
Barry
Curb Your Enthusiasm
Hacks
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Only Murders In the Building
Ted Lasso
What We Do In the Shadows
My pick for Outstanding Comedy Series is Curb Your Enthusiasm. Created and starring Larry David, Curb Your Enthusiasm is a hilarious comedy exploring Larry David’s life as a TV writer and his many relationships with friends and family. The latest season was hilarious and even after 22 years Curb Your Enthusiasm is still able to be fresh and funny. Curb Your Enthusiasm definitely deserves Outstanding Comedy Series.
Outstanding Drama Series
Since the beginning of the Emmys in 1955, Outstanding Drama Series has been presented every year to a drama series that goes above and beyond in production. This year’s nominees are:
Better Call Saul
Euphoria
Ozark
Severance
Squid Game
Stranger Things
Succession
Yellowjackets
My pick for Outstanding Drama Series is Squid Game. The TV show that ruled the end of 2021, Squid Game is a fantastic show filled with good storylines and fantastic actors. Already critically acclaimed, the series clearly stands out from the rest with an amazing plot and great directing, writing, and acting to back it up. Squid Game is the Outstanding Drama Series.
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series is a major honor for any comedian in the TV industry. Presented to those who display a high level of excellence in the industry, this year’s nominees are:
Donald Glover in Atlanta
Bill Hader in Barry
Nicholas Hoult in The Great
Steve Martin in Only Murders In the Building
Martin Short in Only Murders In the Building
Jason Sudeikis in Ted Lasso
My pick for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series is Jason Sudeikis in Ted Lasso. Showing off his comedic chops, Jason Sudeikis was hilarious on Ted Lasso. Sudeikis was the perfect fit for this role and it allowed the SNL alumnus to stretch his acting abilities. Jason Sudeikis is the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series.
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series
An exciting category every year, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series is always a tough category. This year is no different as the nominees are:
Jason Bateman in Ozark
Brian Cox in Succession
Lee Jung-jae in Squid Game
Bob Odenkirk in Better Call Saul
Adam Scott in Severance
Jeremy Strong in Succession
My pick for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series is Bob Odenkirk in Better Call Saul. Bob Odenkirk has stunned us every season of Better Call Saul with a stellar performance, and this season is no different. With the show coming to an end, Odenkirk really gave it his all and was able to act out the many emotions felt throughout the show. Bob Odenkirk is the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series.
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series
Another fun category, Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series is awarded to the women in the TV industry who make us laugh every day. This year’s nominees are:
Rachel Brosnahan in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Quinta Brunson in Abbott Elementary
Kaley Cuoco in The Flight Attendant
Elle Fanning in The Great
Issa Rae in Insecure
Jean Smart in Hacks
My pick for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series is Quinta Brunson in Abbott Elementary. Brunson really broke out on the scene with Abbott Elementary, which she helped create, produce, and write. Her performance as a 2nd-grade teacher was fantastic and added a lot of humor to the show. Quinta Brunson is the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series.
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series
A huge honor for any actress, Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series is a competitive category with many great nominees. This year’s nominees are:
Jodie Comer in Killing Eve
Laura Linney in Ozark
Melanie Lynskey in Yellowjackets
Sandra Oh in Killing Eve
Reese Witherspoon in The Morning Show
Zendaya in Euphoria
My pick for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series is Zendaya in Euphoria. Zendaya had everybody talking about her work in Euphoria, and that is no surprise. She gave an excellent performance as Rue and delivered many heart-wrenching moments during the latest season. Zendaya is the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series.
Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series
Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series is presented every year to the projects that didn’t quite make the cut of being multiple seasons, but they’re just as good. This year’s nominees are:
Dopesick
The Dropout
Inventing Anna
Pam & Tommy
The White Lotus
My pick for Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series is Inventing Anna. This show got everything right, from the actors to the writing to the overall look and feel of the show. Starring such amazing actors as Julia Garner, Laverne Cox, and Anna Chlumsky, it’s no wonder this show turned out to be amazing. It’ll have you laughing and crying and even rooting for the bad guy. Inventing Anna is the Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series.
The Primetime Emmy Awards will be hosted on September 12, and you can watch them on NBC or Peacock with the awards show starting at 5 PM.