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Game of Thrones Season 8 is nominated for a record 32 Emmy Awards. 1 / 8

However, Season 8 was met with a harsh reception from critics and fans alike. 2 / 8

Looking at just what the awards were helps understand why it still earned so many. 3 / 8

Tons of different actors were nominated, as the acting on the show has remained solid. 4 / 8

The production also earned nods towards its still-stellar technical categories. 5 / 8

The series did still snag Outstanding Writing and Outstanding Drama nominations... 6 / 8

... and it's possible it will end up taking those home as a way of honoring the series. 7 / 8

However, it might lose these categories due to backlash just as easily. 8 / 8