If you thought The Bear’s Emmy dominance was unbeatable, Sunday night just changed everything. Apple TV+’s “The Studio” won 13 Emmys, breaking the all-time record for most wins for a comedy series at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles.
Here’s the thing: This wasn’t just another awards sweep. The Hollywood satire starring Seth Rogen demolished multiple records in a single night that left the Peacock Theater audience stunned.
The $13 Million Question Nobody’s Asking
FX’s “The Bear” set the record in 2023, when it took home 10 trophies at the 77th Emmys. The Studio didn’t just beat it—it obliterated it with 13 wins.
⚡ Quick Facts:
- Affects: Every comedy series competing for Emmy dominance
- Previous Record: 11 wins (The Bear, 2024)
- New Record: 13 wins (The Studio, 2025)
- Verified by: Television Academy
- Updated: September 15, 2025, 11:45 PM PST
Seth Rogen personally claimed four trophies, tying the record for most Emmys won by a single individual in one night. “I’m legitimately embarrassed by how happy this makes me,” Rogen admitted while accepting the Best Comedy Series award.
What Competitors Won’t Tell You About Cooper’s Historic Win
But wait: The most shocking moment came when 15-year-old British actor Owen Cooper became the youngest-ever male acting winner in Emmy history for Netflix’s “Adolescence.”
“I was nothing about three years ago, I’m here now,” Cooper told the stunned audience. “Step out of your comfort zone a little, who cares if you get embarrassed.”
The Manchester teenager had zero acting experience before landing the role. Now he’s made history, beating veterans like Javier Bardem and Peter Sarsgaard.
The USA Twist: Colbert’s Bittersweet Victory
The crowd rose to its feet as soon as Colbert hit the stage, chanting “Stephen! Stephen! Stephen!” The Late Show won its first Emmy for Outstanding Talk Series—just two months after CBS cancelled it.
| What CBS Said | What Actually Happened | What It Means for Late Night |
| “Financial decision” | Standing ovation at Emmys | 200 staff losing jobs in May 2026 |
| “Not about content” | First Emmy win in 10 years | End of 33-year Late Show legacy |
| “Challenging backdrop” | Industry-wide support | Questions about network TV’s future |
“While I have your attention, is anyone hiring?” Colbert joked, before handing his resume to Harrison Ford to pass to Steven Spielberg.
Real American Reactions Are Flooding Social Media
Twitter exploded when The Pitt’s Noah Wyle, who was last nominated for an Emmy Award in 1999 for his work on ER, took home the trophy for Lead Actor in a Drama Series.
The medical drama’s victory brought Wyle full circle, 30 years after his first Emmy nomination for playing Dr. John Carter.
Your Next Move: What This Means for TV
Drama Series Winner: The Pitt (HBO Max) Comedy Series Winner: The Studio (Apple TV+)
Limited Series Winner: Adolescence (Netflix)
The streaming services’ complete domination signals a seismic shift. Not a single broadcast network show won a major series award—a first in Emmy history.
The Bigger Picture Americans Need to Know
Mark my words: By next year’s Emmys, every major comedy will be chasing The Studio’s record. With 23 Emmy nominations, “The Studio” shattered the record for the most noms for a freshman comedy.
The show’s success proves audiences want smart, insider Hollywood satire—not just workplace comedies about restaurants or murders in apartment buildings.
FAQ
No. The Studio genuinely broke mathematical records that stood for years. Its 13 wins in a single season is unprecedented in Emmy history.
Apple TV+ costs $9.99/month. Compare that to cable packages at $100+/month, and you’re saving over $1,000 annually while getting Emmy-winning content.
Apple TV+ is available nationwide across the USA, from New York to Los Angeles to small-town America. No geographic restrictions.
The Studio won 13 Emmys versus The Bear’s previous record of 11. The Bear went home empty-handed this year after dominating in 2024.
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