Today, the Television Critics Association (TCA) revealed the nominations for the upcoming 39th Annual TCA Awards. These awards serve as a tribute to the finest offerings from the 2022-2023 TV season, recognising outstanding performances, series, creators, and stars across a diverse range of genres and platforms.
Following its final season, the acclaimed HBO | Max seriesSuccessionemerges as a frontrunner in the nominations, sharing the lead with two newcomers—fellow HBO | Max productionThe Last of Usand the FX dramedyThe Bear—each earning five nominations. The categories of Individual Achievement In Drama and Outstanding Achievement In Drama promise an exhilarating showdown betweenSuccessionandThe Last of Us. Meanwhile,The Bearsets its sights on challenging the established second-year standoutAbbott Elementaryin the categories of Individual Achievement In Comedy and Outstanding Achievement In Comedy.
Adding to the excitement, bothThe BearandThe Last of Usare vying for the title of Outstanding New Program, heightening the competition for series supremacy. WithSuccession,The Last of Us, andThe Beargoing head-to-head, the anticipation builds for the prestigious Program Of The Year award, although they face stiff competition in that category against defending championAbbott Elementary, as well as AMC’s belovedBetter Call Saul,Disney’sStar WarsspinoffAndor,Peacock’s outstandingPoker Faceand the HBO | Max pair,The White LotusandThe Other Two,which was canned yesterday ahead of its Season 3 finale.
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There Are Chuckles A-Plenty With These Nominations
Meanwhile, in the world of laughs, the iconicHarrison Fordleads an all-star lineup in the Individual Achievement In Comedy category, accompanied by the talents ofBill Hader, Natasha Lyonne, James Marsden, and other notable performers. AMC’sInterview with the Vampirestakes its claim for recognition in both Outstanding New Program and Outstanding Achievement in Drama, while - engaging in a battle of surrealism and awkwardness -The RehearsalandJury Dutycompete for Outstanding Achievement In Reality, alongside fresh and returning contenders likeThe TraitorsandTop Chef.
Lastly, the world of musical journeys seesWeird: The Al Yankovic StoryandDaisy Jones & The Sixrocking the stage in Outstanding Achievement In Movies, Miniseries or Specials. The multi-award-winningLast Week Tonight With John Oliveraims to reclaim its throne from the reigning championI Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinsonin the quest for comedy supremacy. Check out the full list below:
INDIVIDUAL ACHIEVEMENT IN DRAMA
INDIVIDUAL ACHIEVEMENT IN COMEDY
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN NEWS AND INFORMATION
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN REALITY
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING (New Category for 2023)
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN FAMILY PROGRAMMING (New Category for 2023)
OUTSTANDING NEW PROGRAM
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN MOVIES, MINISERIES OR SPECIALS
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN DRAMA
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN COMEDY
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN VARIETY, TALK OR SKETCH
PROGRAM OF THE YEAR
Comprising over 200 dedicated journalists from the United States and Canada, the TCA represents a wealth of expertise in the television industry. With a thorough assessment of programming available on broadcast, cable, and streaming services, TCA members made their picks based on the best available series. The winning shows will be announced on Monday, August 7.
