The Pitt ultimately has turned into a television juggernaut. It took home the top prizes at the Golden Globes! The acclaimed series went on to win the coveted Emmy for Best Drama. It did so while honoring its fierce central performer with the Best Actor prize. This success comes on top of an already notable collection of successes. The Pitt has won almost every major award, such as five Emmys, four Television Critics Association awards, and three Astra TV awards.
The Pitt is currently streaming in the United States and most other countries around the world. Yet audiences in the UK continue not to have access to it. Its widespread acclaim and record-breaking viewership have made it a trailblazer in the industry, significantly influencing how television content is produced. The show’s runaway success ignited conversations advocating for shifting industry standards and practices altogether.
The White Lotus—which came into the ceremony with six total nominations—walked away without a single statuette. Though all was not to be for last year’s breakout nominee The White Lotus, which already is in production for a fourth season. It’s in hot water, as it is no longer eligible to be a limited series. Because of this change, its chances of being recognized during award seasons will likely be affected.
This has been a problematic season, too, for the other acclaimed comedy-drama on HBO, Hacks. However, many viewers and critics feel this season is the most disappointing thus far. They specifically cite over-reliance on scripting as the biggest culprit for its final quality. Despite these setbacks, Hacks has previously garnered accolades and remains a notable contender in the competitive television landscape.
The third entry that seems to have captured a lot of imagination is The Studio. This witty but savage take on the entertainment biz products as realistic cows is both hilarious and uncomfortable, but totally engaging. It even features a full Golden Globes episode! Its singular examination of cultural experience has struck a chord with viewers, complicating and enriching the work being done on current television.
As awards season marches on, The Pitt’s accomplishments are a testament to the tide of honest programming previously unseen in television and to the passions of our youth. Its influence is already being felt, and if not already, other series will have to pivot to continue to compete.