'Shogun' Makes History at Emmys with 18 Wins, Including Best Drama; Sanada and Sawai Win Acting Awards

Sep 16, 2024, 03:08 AM

The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards saw the historical epic 'Shogun' dominate the evening, making history as the first non-English-language series to win the Emmy for Best Drama Series. 'Shogun' also broke the record for the most Emmy wins in a single season, taking home 18 awards. The series' lead actors, Hiroyuki Sanada and Anna Sawai, made history as the first Japanese actors to win Emmys in their respective categories, with Sanada winning Best Actor for his role as Lord Yoshii Toranaga and Sawai winning Best Actress for her portrayal of Lady Mariko. 'Shogun' also received accolades for Best Directing in a Drama Series, awarded to Frederick E. O. Toye.