Shogun Dominates 2024 Creative Arts Emmys, The Bear and SNL Close Behind: The Independent

In a night filled with glitz, glamour, and outstanding talent, the 2024 Creative Arts Emmys celebrated the best in television’s creative arts categories. However, it was the historical drama series “Shogun” that stole the show, sweeping up the most awards of the evening.

“Shogun,” which follows the story of an English sailor who becomes embroiled in political intrigue in feudal Japan, took home a total of eight awards, including Outstanding Production Design for a Narrative Period or Fantasy Program, Outstanding Cinematography for a Single-Camera Series, and Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music.

Following closely behind “Shogun” in the winners’ circle were the animated series “The Bear” and the long-running sketch comedy show “Saturday Night Live.” Both shows took home five awards each, with “The Bear” winning accolades for Outstanding Animated Program and Outstanding Voice-Over Performance, and “SNL” receiving awards for Outstanding Variety Sketch Series and Outstanding Directing for a Variety Series.

Other notable winners of the evening included the drama series “Homecoming,” which won four awards, including Outstanding Casting for a Drama Series and Outstanding Sound Editing for a Comedy or Drama Series. The limited series “The Queen’s Gambit” also took home four awards, including Outstanding Period and/or Character Hairstyling and Outstanding Period Costumes.

Overall, the 2024 Creative Arts Emmys was a night to remember for television’s creative talent, with “Shogun” leading the way with its impressive haul of awards. As the industry gears up for the main Emmy Awards ceremony, set to take place later this week, it will be interesting to see if “Shogun” can continue its winning streak or if another show will rise to the top. Stay tuned for more updates on this year’s Emmy winners and highlights.