The 2026 Primetime Emmy nominations are announced, with HBO’s “The Pitt” leading the pack and “Hacks” ranking second, according to multiple outlets. The nominations are for the 78th annual Emmy Awards and are revealed at the Television Academy’s Los Angeles headquarters, at an event hosted by performers from series including “The Bear” and “Somebody Somewhere.” Several reports describe “The Pitt” as the top series by number of nominations, while “Hacks” follows closely with a large nominations total that includes recognition across major categories. Other shows also appear among the leading contenders, including newcomers “Widow’s Bay” and “Pluribus,” which are highlighted in coverage that summarizes the broader nominations landscape. The awards themselves are scheduled for September 14, 2026, when winners will be revealed. Across sources, the central consensus is the dominance of “The Pitt” and “Hacks” in the 2026 nomination tally and the Academy’s presentation of the complete nominees list.