Everyone has different opinions regarding which TV comedy is the best. Whether it's The Office, New Girl, or Master of None, there is always someone backing a show and calling it the best one out there. The Emmy Awards, or Emmys, are one solution to solving this problem and naming the best of the best.
Presented by the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, the Emmys were formed in 1949. Their purpose was to recognize great programming and performances by providing the shows and actors with awards. Since the Emmys were formed, shows have begun to showcase their wins as reasons why people should watch them, and fans seem to agree with that sentiment.
10 Louie Won Three Emmys And Was Nominated Twenty-Two Times
Louie follows its titular character, a divorced father of two girls, as he tries to navigate his everyday life and career as a stand-up comedian. The show starred Louis C.K., who created, directed, and wrote the series, which was loosely based on his life.
Louie received critical acclaim upon premiering, and won two Emmys for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series. Its third Emmy went to Melissa Leo for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series. Louie was nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Casting for a Comedy Series, Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series, Outstanding Single-camera Picture Editing for a Comedy Series, and Outstanding Comedy Series.
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Nurse Jackie Won Five Emmys And Was Nominated Twenty-Four Times
Nurse Jackie is a comedy-drama series that follows a nurse named Jackie Peyton. Her demanding job and drug addiction make for a hectic life, which is what the show focuses on. Jackie Peyton was played by Edie Falco, and the show ran from 2009 to 2015.
Edie Falco won an Emmy for her performance as Jackie Peyton, and Merritt Wever won Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. Nurse Jackie also won Emmys for Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music and Outstanding Sound Mixing For A Comedy or Drama Series.
8 Atlanta Has Won Five Emmys And Been Nominated Twenty-Five Times
Atlanta follows Earnest "Earn" Marks as he tries to redeem himself in the eyes of his ex-girlfriend and family. Seeing that his cousin is rising to stardom as a rapper, Earn becomes his manager and sets out to help him. The show is often praised for its ability to seamlessly blend comedy and drama.
Atlanta received instant critical acclaim, with many reviews praising Donald Glover, who created the show and stars as Earn. Glover won two Emmys, one for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series and one for Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series. Katt Williams won an Emmy for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series, and Atlanta won Emmys for Outstanding Cinematography For a Single-Camera Series and Outstanding Sound Editing for a Comedy or Drama Series.
7 Fleabag Won Six Emmys And Was Nominated Eleven Times
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Fleabag follows a young woman learning to cope with tragedy as she navigates life in London. The main character, who is only known by the audience as Fleabag, is played by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, who also created the comedy based on her one-woman show.
Fleabag itself won five Emmys. One for Outstanding Comedy Series, Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series, Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series, Outstanding Casting for a Comedy Series, and Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing for a Comedy Series. Phoebe Waller-Bridge also won an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series.
6 Glee Won Six Emmys And Was Nominated Forty Times
Named for the main focus of the show, Glee follows a group of teens as they try to bring their high school glee club back to its former glory. The show mixed drama, comedy, and musical numbers, and had a large cast of diverse characters.
Glee won six Emmys, one going to Jane Lynch for Outstanding Supporting Actress, one to Gwyneth Paltrow for Outstanding Guest Actress, and another to Neil Patrick Harris for Outstanding Guest Actor. The show won Emmys in Outstanding Casting for a Comedy Series, Outstanding Directing, and Outstanding Sound Mixing.
5 The Big Bang Theory Won Ten Emmys And Was Nominated Fifty-Five Times
The Big Bang Theory follows a group of friends who are incredibly skilled when it comes to complicated subjects such as physics, but fail in many social situations. The show ran from 2007 to 2019, eventually ending after twelve seasons.
The Big Bang Theory won ten Emmys, four of which were awarded for Outstanding Multi-Camera Picture Editing for a Comedy Series, and another of which was awarded for Outstanding Technical Direction, Camerawork, Video Control for a Series. Jim Parsons won four Emmys for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series, and Bob Newhart won for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series.
4 30 Rock Won Sixteen Emmys And Was Nominated 103 Times
30 Rock followed a production team behind the scenes of a Saturday Night Live-esque show, and provided a comedic spin on backstage dilemmas and drama. Although the show was widely praised among viewers, 30 Rock struggled with its ratings. This, however, did not stop it from receiving numerous awards in various categories.
30 Rock won sixteen Emmys, most notably receiving three Emmys for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series and another three for Outstanding Comedy Series. The show also won three Emmys for Outstanding Casting for a Comedy Series.
3 Veep Won Seventeen Emmys And Was Nominated Sixty-Eight Times
Veep follows Selina Meyer, the new Vice President of the United States, who was played by Julia Louis-Dreyfus. The show follows her as she struggles to balance her responsibilities as Vice President, the public's opinion, and her personal life.
Veep received both critical acclaim and numerous awards, including seventeen Emmys. The show won three Emmys for both Outstanding Comedy Series and Outstanding Casting for a Comedy Series, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus won six Emmys for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series. Tony Hale's work was also recognized, and he won two Emmys for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.
2 The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Has Won Twenty Emmys And Been Nominated Sixty-Six Times
Set in the late 1950s, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel follows Miriam, or Midge, Maisel, a woman who discovers she has a knack for stand-up comedy and decides to pursue a career in it. The show premiered in 2017 and is now nearing its fifth and final season. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel was met with critical acclaim and received several awards.
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel has won three Emmys for Outstanding Music Supervision as well as two for Outstanding Cinematography for a Single-Camera Series. In addition to this, the show won Outstanding Period and/or Character Makeup (Non-prosthetic), Outstanding Period Costumes, and Outstanding Hairstyling for a Single-Camera Series.
1 Modern Family Won Twenty-Two Emmys And Was Nominated Eighty-Five Times
Modern Family follows three diverse families, all connected by Jay Pritchett, the grandfather of the family. The series follows each member as they navigate their everyday life while also dealing with a chaotically realistic family. The show promoted closeness within families, ending almost every episode with a heartfelt message.
While Modern Family received numerous awards within its first few seasons, the critical acclaim began to simmer down as the show went on. Nevertheless, Modern Family won twenty-two Emmys, most notably receiving five Emmys for Outstanding Comedy Series and four for Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series.