The Biggest Snubs And Surprises From The 2015 Emmy Nominations
This morning brought the nominations for the 67th Emmy Awards, and while the winners (and losers) won't be revealed until September 20th on Fox, the nominations themselves are enough to stir up some conversation.
When it comes down to itt's all a matter of personal preference, and the opinions of average viewers don't always match up with what the Emmys have cooked up. But we can't help but notice some of the more annoying snubs, as well as some wonderful surprises, in this year's round of honorees.
Check out our list of 2015 Emmy snubs and surprises after the jump!
Snubs
Empire
Mandy Patinkin in Homeland
Jane the Virgin and Gina Rodriguez
Jane the Virgin was nominated for a Golden Globe in the Best Television Series – Comedy or Musical category earlier this year, and Gina Rodriguez even won Best Actress in the same arena. But the Emmys didn't give The CW series any love at all. Do we chalk this up to the Golden Globes consistency in giving nominations and awards to outliers, or are the Emmys just out of touch this season?
Kerry Washington in Scandal
Ellie Kemper in The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
Thankfully the Netflix comedy series ended up with a nod for Outstanding Comedy Series, but the show is as strong as it is because of Ellie Kemper in the lead role. But sadly, The Office star didn't get a nomination for Best Actress in a Comedy Series. I supposed there's always another chance when the second season comes along.
Sons of Anarchy
The Affair
Nick Offerman in Parks and Recreation
Inexplicably, Nick Offerman has never been nominated for an Emmy for his phenomenal turn as Ron Swanson in Parks and Recreation. Since this was the final season, I had hoped he would finally get some love from the Emmys, but it didn't happen. I guess we'll just have to be happy that the series got one final nomination, along with leading lady Amy Poehler.
Last Man on Earth
The Americans
Mad Men supporting cast
Even though Jon Hamm and Elisabeth Moss ended up with leading actor and actress nominations, the entirety of the supporting cast didn't get any love for the final season of Mad Men. Christina Hendricks ended up with a nomination, but there were plenty other worthy performances that could have been recognized too.
Broad City
The Big Bang Theory and Jim Parsons
The Good Wife and Julianna Marguiles
Surprises
Tatiana Maslany in Orphan Black
Homeland
Comedy Central
Kyle Chandler in Bloodline
Anthony Anderson in Black-ish
Keegan-Michael Key in Key & Peele
Will Forte in Last Man on Earth
Amy Schumer
She's the hottest comedian on the scene right now, especially with her movie Trainwreck hitting theaters this weekend, so it makes sense that the Emmys would give her some recognition with a nomination. It probably helped that this second season of her show Inside Amy Schumer has been stellar as well.
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
Parks and Recreation
The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
Lisa Kudrow in The Comeback
The Flash
Hey, The CW may not have a strong presence at the Emmys this year (or any year for that matter), but The Flash got a nomination for visual effects, so that's pretty cool.
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That's all for this year's snubs and surprises from the 67th Emmy Awards. Were there any nominations that you disagree with? Who do you think should have been nominated? Sound off below!