2025 Emmys Preview: Host, Nominations, and How to Watch

Sun Oct 19 2025 20:31:46 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

This year's Emmy Awards promises excitement with a mix of fresh nominees, including the young star Owen Cooper, and a family-friendly host, Nate Bargatze. Here's everything you need to know about how to watch the ceremony and the key nominees.

The 2025 Emmy Awards, taking place at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, will feature a competitive lineup including 'Adolescence,' 'The White Lotus,' and 'Severance.' With Nate Bargatze as the host, viewers can expect a light-hearted evening. Don't miss your chance to witness possible record-breaking wins, such as Owen Cooper potentially becoming the youngest male winner in Emmy history. The ceremony will air on CBS and Paramount+ with live coverage available on the BBC News website for UK audiences.

2025 Emmys Preview: Host, Nominations, and How to Watch

The 2025 Emmy Awards is set to illuminate the television industry's brightest stars, with prestigious nominations including 'Adolescence,' 'The White Lotus,' and 'Severance.' Owen Cooper, the 15-year-old British star of 'Adolescence,' is poised to become the youngest male winner in Emmy history if he secures a win in his category.

This year's ceremony will commence at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET on Sunday evening at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles. Viewers in the UK can tune in at 1 AM BST on Monday. While the event will air live on CBS and streaming platform Paramount+, UK audiences can catch live coverage on the BBC News website throughout the event.

Nate Bargatze, a known figure in the US comedy scene, is taking the helm as the event's host. With his observational humor and a family-friendly approach, he has expressed enthusiasm for the role, setting a unique challenge for nominees with a pledge to donate $100,000 to charity based on speech duration during the ceremony.

Nominees span several categories, with notable competitors vying for awards in drama, comedy, and limited series. The competition for the Outstanding Drama award includes 'The White Lotus,' 'Andor,' and 'Severance,' while in comedy, it's a face-off between 'The Bear' and 'Hacks.' The limited series category is led by 'Adolescence,' noted for its innovative narrative style.

Aside from the nominees, the ceremony is gaining attention due to ongoing conversations surrounding the late-night talk show circuit, especially after the cancellation of 'The Late Show' with Stephen Colbert. Support has rallied from fellow hosts, reflecting the industry's close-knit nature.

As the Emmys approach, buzz is building around potential surprises, record-breaking moments, and heartfelt wins, promising one of the most exciting nights on the television calendar.