The International Emmy Awards 2025, held in New York City, featured the best talent in global television with a mix of various winners in major categories. British and European productions dominated the awards for drama and comedy, while standout performances by actors from Spain and the UK were recognized in the acting categories.
Major Winners Announced
ITV’s “Rivals” from the UK picked up Best Drama, demonstrating its international reach and impact with audiences.
- BBC’s “Ludwig,” also from the UK, for Best Comedy Series; this further strengthens the network’s growing reputation for innovative shows.
- Oriol Pla of Spain won Best Performance by an Actor for his critically acclaimed performance in “Yo, Adicto (I, Addict)”.
- Anna Maxwell Martin took Best Performance by an Actress for “Until I Kill You,” earning further praise for her compelling work.
Genre Standouts
- “Ryu Sakamoto: Last Days” by NHK Japan won under Arts Programming, exemplifying the genre’s creative storytelling.
- International entries such as South Korea’s “Chicken Nugget” and France’s “Iris” received recognition in key programming categories.
