Series Tips? Take a Look at the Emmy Winners 2023

Three series dominated the 2023 Emmy Awards on Monday night (15): “Succession,” “The Bear,” and “Beef.” Each of them won nearly everything they were nominated for in the drama, comedy, and limited series categories. “Succession” and “The Bear” tied with six wins each, while “Beef” followed closely behind with five trophies.Stay Updated“Succession” won for outstanding drama series, and stars Kieran Culkin (lead actor in a drama), Sarah Snook (lead actress in a drama), and Matthew Macfadyen (supporting actor in a drama) were awarded. Writer and creator Jesse Armstrong and director Mark Mylod each won for the episode “Connor’s Wedding,” in which Waystar Royco CEO Logan Roy dies. The show also won outstanding drama series.Synopsis: Although he has no plans to step down as head of Waystar Royco, the international media conglomerate controlled by his family, elderly patriarch Logan Roy is contemplating what the future holds. He has remained in the spotlight longer than he imagined, and now family members want to run the company as they see fit. Despite a well-crafted succession plan, tensions flare regarding Logan’s intentions. Kendall Roy, Logan’s eldest son from his second marriage and division president of the company, is the apparent heir. As Kendall tries to solidify his eventual acquisition, he and the other three Roy children face a difficult choice when control of the company and family loyalty collide. The series, now in its fourth season, is available on HBO Max.“The Bear” won the award for outstanding comedy in its first season, with Jeremy Allen White (lead actor in a comedy), Ayo Edebiri (lead actress in a comedy), and Ebon Moss-Bachrach (supporting actor in a comedy) taking home awards. Creator Christopher Storer also won for writing and directing.Synopsis: A young chef, Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto, inherits her family’s Italian diner after her older brother’s suicide. She returns to Chicago, leaving her job at a Michelin-starred restaurant. She has to deal with her brother’s unresolved debts, a rundown kitchen, and a disobedient staff while grappling with her own pain and family trauma. The series, in its first season, is available on FX.“Beef” won in the outstanding limited series category. Its stars Steven Yeun (lead actor) and Ali Wong (lead actress) won awards, and creator Lee Sung Jin received honors for writing and directing it.Synopsis: A 10-episode dramedy, “Beef” unfolds after a traffic accident between two strangers. Danny Cho, a failed contractor with a “weight on his shoulders,” confronts Amy Lau, an entrepreneur who grew up alone and has a picturesque life. The series is on Netflix.