Are 'This Is Us' & 'The Good Doctor' Broadcast Networks' Only Hope in Drama Series Emmy Race? | THR

The video discusses the challenges faced by broadcast networks in securing Emmy nominations, particularly in the drama series category. It highlights the success of 'This Is Us' and the growing influence of streaming services like Hulu and Netflix. The potential of 'The Good Doctor' as a contender is explored, along with the broader implications for broadcast shows in the Emmy landscape. The discussion also touches on the divide between popular shows and those deemed awards-worthy by the Academy.

What was significant about 'This Is Us' in the context of Emmy nominations?

• It won the Emmy for Best Comedy Series.

• It broke a six-year drought for broadcast drama nominations.

• It was the first show to be nominated from a streaming service.

• It was the first broadcast show to win an Emmy.

Which streaming service show marked the first drama series win for a streaming platform?

• House of Cards

• The Crown

• Stranger Things

• The Handmaid's Tale

What makes 'The Good Doctor' stand out among broadcast shows?

• It has a conventional protagonist.

• It is a comedy series.

• It features a protagonist with autism and Savant syndrome.

• It is a reality TV show.

Why might 'The Good Doctor' struggle to receive an Emmy nomination?

• It is a new show with no track record.

• It lacks the edginess of cable and streaming shows.

• It is not popular with audiences.

• It is a comedy, not a drama.

What is a major challenge for broadcast shows in the Emmy drama series category?

• They are perceived as less edgy compared to cable and streaming shows.

• They are not available on streaming platforms.

• They are not popular with audiences.

• They have too many episodes.

What is the potential future for broadcast shows in the Emmy drama series category?

• They might become extinct in the category.

• They will dominate the category.

• They will merge with streaming services.

• They will only compete in comedy categories.

Why is there a divide between popular shows and those considered awards-worthy?

• Popular shows are not available on broadcast networks.

• Awards are based on audience ratings.

• Awards focus on artistic merit rather than popularity.

• Popular shows are only on streaming platforms.