The biggest Emmy snubs

Christine Tue, Aug 7, 2007 at 06:10 PM EST

Nominations I agree with:
-30 Rock Best Comedy
-Amercia Fearra,Jenna Fisher,Rainn Wilson
-Heroes Best Drama, Masi Oka
-Sandra Oh and Cathrine Hegli
-Everything Sopranos(Edie Falco and Michael Imperrioli espeacially :)
Outraged by:
-Two and a half Men(seriously!?)
-no Jason Lee or Jack Coleman
-Grey's Anatomy(I enjoyed the first half of the season but shouldn't something be good all the time to apply?It just got nominated because the Emmys want to attract the fans of the show.
But here's the flaw anybody who loves that show now isn't sophisticated enough to care about awards or critcal acclaim)

rob Mon, Jul 23, 2007 at 06:46 PM EST

I'm sick of great actors on "old" shows not being recognized. Maura Tierney was brilliant on News Radio and also on ER. Still a great show!!

t-fal Sun, Jul 22, 2007 at 03:33 PM EST

*sigh* I've read a lot of these types of posts and have YET to see anyone mention Spike Lee's "When the levees broke". I thought that miniseries was hearbreakingly genius.

echo Sat, Jul 21, 2007 at 05:23 PM EST

Normally I champion Michael Chiklis for his consistent, stellar work on The Shield. His explosive combination of good cop/bad cop is, quite simply, outstanding. However, this past season truly belonged to Walton Goggins. His ability to make me simultaneously hate and feel bad for Shane is stunning. I'm angry that Walt & Chiklis were shut out this year. And don't even get me started about the entire series! The incredible work from the rest of the cast and creative forces behind the show deserve recognition! I have my fingers crossed: perhaps next year the Emmys will heap large sums of love on this amazing series for its final season.

At least they got a few things right, including Denis Leary's nod for his awesome work on Rescue Me.

Ally Sat, Jul 21, 2007 at 07:57 AM EST

It's mindboggling that The Tudors is nowhere in the Emmys. What are these people smoking anyway???

Rob Sat, Jul 21, 2007 at 04:42 AM EST

HBO's polygamy drama BIG LOVE and Chloe Sevigny best supporting actress performance as buttoned-up, conservative, handy-woman, 2nd wife Nicki Henderson beats out the entire gang of desperate housewives. She was robbed.

Galadriel Fri, Jul 20, 2007 at 09:53 PM EST

I agree with Jess. I thought it sucked that Lost killed off Charlie. He was such a lovely, understated, complicated, flawed, and now tragic character. The only Lost character now deceased that I miss is Mr. Eko, but the fact that Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje did not want to be on the show long-term makes that bearable. Deceased characters I don't miss, because they were pointless and/or annoying are Boone, Shannon, Libby (although she was at least nice and Hurley liked her), Ana Lucia, Nikki and Paulo. But Charlie was different. He overcame his drug addiction. He truly cared about Claire and Aaron, even when Claire treated him like a leper. And Dominic Monaghan played Charlie with such a touching, funny and real tone that you just fell in love with him. I think the writers made a huge mistake killing off Charlie, and I will miss him. I hope to see Monaghan in something awesome soon.

To Ian, From Jess Fri, Jul 20, 2007 at 04:24 PM EST

Ian, thanks for calling me dumb in your infinitely mature wisdom. To put something more on your level, I'm rubber, you're glue, whatever you say bounces off me and sticks 2 U. Nya nya nyaaaaa! There. Have I gotten my point across?

Jess Fri, Jul 20, 2007 at 04:21 PM EST

Yes, I understand that Charlie's character on LOST was supposed to die, why he was supposed to die, blah blah blah. All I'm saying is I personally don't feel sorry for the creators of LOST for not getting Emmy nominations because now my favorite part of the show is gone. Why'd he have to die anyway? So he could save Claire? Lovely Claire who was so judgemental and unforgiving toward him for the better part of this season and last? Like she's so darn perfect to be on her high horse punishing him for his faults? Give me a break. If it weren't for Aaron, I wouldn't be sorry to see her go.
Nix: perhaps you do know me. How do we tell?

Amy Fri, Jul 20, 2007 at 03:37 PM EST

And the snubs of Elizabeth Mitchell (Lost) and Mary McDonnell (BSG) are unbelievable. I like Katherine Heigl and Sandra Oh, but come on!!!

Amy Fri, Jul 20, 2007 at 03:29 PM EST

Heroes is an OK show. But, how many Emmy butts did NBC have to kiss to have it nominated over Battlestar Galactica. Gimme a Break! I mean Heroes isn't nearly as well written or acted as BSG not to mention Lost and previously snubbed sci-fi/fantasy shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer. In fact, Heroes isn't even in the same ball park as those shows. It's kind of an insult to fans of the sci-fi and fantasy genres.

Michael H. Fri, Jul 20, 2007 at 12:54 PM EST

Overall I'm happy with the nominations... the main omission for me is Jack McBrayer on 30 ROCK - maybe next year Kenneth the Page will get his due!

One question - maybe EW knows the answer - why are there SIX nominees in the Best Actress Drama category (as well as some of the Supporting categories in Drama and Comedy) - while most of the categories only have FIVE nominees?

FNLforever! Fri, Jul 20, 2007 at 11:27 AM EST

ok fellow FNLers - we have major work to do! let's stop complaining about the emmys snubs - instead, let's use our energy to get more people to watch FNL this summer on NBC, to buy/rent the DVDs in Aug and to start watching the show on Oct 5 when it returns on Fridays at 9pm - a virtual graveyard timeslot! Start spreading the word so that this time next year we will be rejoicing that the show has not only be renewed for a 3rd season but that it's won the Best Drama award it deserves. Now get to work!

GLORIA Fri, Jul 20, 2007 at 09:50 AM EST

I intend to express my huge anger over the continual shunning of THE WIRE. I found this address if anyone might want it .

Academy of Television Arts & Sciences
5220 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601-3109

Friday Fri, Jul 20, 2007 at 09:44 AM EST

I just have to add that I agree about Elizabeth Mitchell. She is brilliant and I can't understand how she could miss being nominated. Additionally, I too am stumped as to who watches 2 and a half men (though I do have a special place in my heart for Ducky and will always love Jon). I will conclude by saying that I didn't even realize that Boston Legal was still on TV!!!!!!

southern film/audio critic Fri, Jul 20, 2007 at 09:37 AM EST

No show REALLY caught on fire this poor television season. There was no "Angels in America" or "Roots"---instead we have the vastly overrated "Lost" and "Grey's Anatomy." One of the most overlooked shows is still "ER"--which is still going strong after 10+ seasons. Oh yeah, "Two and a Half Men" is FUNNY. It deserved every nomination it received.

sb Fri, Jul 20, 2007 at 08:32 AM EST

I still can't believe the Elizabeth Mitchell snub. "One of Us" was the single best hour of television this past season.

Dramalady Fri, Jul 20, 2007 at 08:27 AM EST

KUDOS to the poster who said this...

I couldn't express my opinion any better than that. What a shame that show gets ignored !
LOST this season was very good...and they ignored that, too.
What gives with these people ???

Fri, Jul 20, 2007 at 08:17 AM EST

Also, Boston Legal is a joke. Seriously. It's a ridiculous show, and I still change the channel every single time I even see Captain Kirk. I mean Shandler.

RH Fri, Jul 20, 2007 at 08:12 AM EST

Ok, what about Rex Lee? Seriously? He is quite possibly the best part of Entourage...as much as I love Kevin Dillon, I don't think I'd watch the show if Lloyd wasn't on it. And hellooooo, The Tudors got absolutely nothing? I thought everything on Showtime/HBO was guaranteed a nom? Also people, quit harping on Grey's Anatomy. It's a great show. Get over yourselves and admit that you watch it every single week.

Ian Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:37 PM EST

I was reading through some of the previous comments and the ones from Jess about Charlie from Lost (the best show on tv) bug me. Charlie knew that he needed to die in order for Claire and Aaron to be saved. Also, it is completely likely that the door had a lock or something. Overanalyzing and criticizing the minute details of a show (especially one as good as Lost) instead of enjoying the entirety of it is just dumb.

Campbell Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:21 PM EST

My bad.. I still think of "Boston Legal" as "The Practice." I'm all discombobulated. Maybe it's a David Kelley thing. Maybe he has dirt on people, so they nominate his show - even if they have to put it in a completely inappropriate category to do so - so he'll keep his mouth shut!

Campbell Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:18 PM EST

What cave do these nominating committee people live in? They have some of the richest, most adept dramatic material on aaaaaall of television to choose from, and we get... "The Practice?" Now, I love me some James Spader as much as the next 80's flashbackin' gal, but COME ON. Walton Goggins positively ELECTRIFIES "The Shield." And James Callis's work on "Battlestar Galactic" is just... mesmerizing - and I'm not a Sci-Fi Channel chick, I swear! If you don't believe me, watch him in "Bridget Jones' Diary," then check out a "BSG" episode. These are great actors doing great dramatic work on television, so where is the love? Acting, SCHMACTING... The Emmys are fast becoming COMPLETELY irrelevant to this TV connosieur.

kcholt68 Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:16 PM EST

"Boston Legal" ??? Seriously ???

-kch, moviedearest.blogspot.com

Jessica Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:07 PM EST

I can only conclude that the Grey's Anatomy production team threatened to brand any Emmy voter who didn't vote for them as homophobic. Nothing else makes sense.

Earl Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:44 PM EST

Well, the Emmys at least corrected some of the terrible mistakes of last year, as James Spader, James Gandolfini, Edie Falco and Hugh Laurie all get mega-deserved nominations.

Lost REALLY should be up for drama, and probably win. Greys is one of the most overrated things in TV history with unpleasant characters...well, Sandra Oh is terrific at least and deserves the nomination.

Anything for Entourage, Office, Sopranos, Legal and Extras is fine with me! Nice to see Studio 60 get a few too.

What is it that the Emmys have against David Simon-related, Baltimore-set cop shows? First Homicide (the BEST TV DRAMA OF ALL TIME) and now The Wire.

Wow...big drop for 24, huh? Everyone seems to agree though the latest season was a huge comedown from the awesome previous one.

Okay, Two And A Half Men isn't half bad...some jokes funny, and Jon Cryer and Holland Taylor are great...but come on! Every episode is basically cleaned up blow job jokes! Weeds and Housewives more deserving.

Superboy-Prime Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:25 PM EST

This is all wrong! I can't believe this! None of these people are doing anything right! We've got to do something! We've got to fix it! We should fix it, right? It's for the greater good! ARGH!

Redeye Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 09:59 PM EST

LOST , Brothers and Sisters and ROME were the best dramas on television. No other show is like Lost, or will ever compare to it!! Rome was a magnificent mini series, and the acting was superb!! Brothers and Sisters has great writing and acting. Boston Legal is a dramedy, and I think it has more comedy than drama. In the reality show category, I would have nominated the extremely talented performances of So You Think You Can Dance, over the "not-so- talented-celebrities" with talented partners entertainement of Dancing with the Stars. I just cannot believe that Lost was overlooked, especially this season of amazing story lines and some of the finest acting on television!!

Nix Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 09:57 PM EST

Wow. I was sure FNL would get thrown a major bone, not just a couple of nibbles.

Oh well. Must be tough to evaluate an entire season of an ongoing series based one one submitted episode. (!!!)

Hey, Jess, do I know you?

lannie Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 09:32 PM EST

Katherine Heigl's nomination boggles the mind, especially when one considers the fine actresses omitted. Her acting, or rather OVER acting is the main reason I couldn't make it through another season of Grey's. That show tanked this year and she was partly responsible.

How Grey's got so many nominations and The Wire and Friday Night Lights were ignored is a mystery.

Michele Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 09:28 PM EST

Because it bears repeating I don't get why The Wire is repeatedly snubbed (I have my suspicions why but that's a rant for another day).

The other outrageous snub was Walton Goggins (The Shield) as best Supporting Actor in a Drama. His Shane Vendrell is a racist, hotheaded moron who murdered the show's most beloved character but Goggins sold the resulting anguish and guilt so well that I actually started feeling sorry for Shane.

The Emmys are a joke.

Lesley Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 09:24 PM EST

Im trying to be reasonable about this, I don't want to be rude but seriously: WHO IS WATCHING "TWO AND A HALF MEN"? HOW IS THAT SHOW ON THE AIR? I watched one episode and felt myself getting dumber.

Jenny K. Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 09:09 PM EST

Sorry - in my blind rage, I meant to complain about the weak Grey's Anatomy season taking a best drama spot, not the weak 24 season, which was weak but not nominated.

Jessica Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 09:08 PM EST

I have to say, John Krasinski's character of Jim just didn't have the ability to be super fun this year. It's not that he was bad, but that Jim was kind of a heartless podperson for about 90% of the season. If he was going to get nominated, I'd prefer it to have been for season 2. I feel that Rainn Wilson's Dwight had the better season.

Jenny K. Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 08:57 PM EST

I'm sorry, but I need to vent. Nothing for Deadwood. Nothing for The Wire. Unbelievable. They either have no shame or no clue.

And I enjoy Boston Legal as much as anyone, but it's not a drama. And it makes me cry that Boston Legal, along with this year's weak 24 season, have two drama spots that should go to The Wire and Deadwood. I mean, no Ian McShane, none of the kids on The Wire....nothing! Do any of the Emmy voters watch TV?

Chuck_A Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 08:37 PM EST

"Rome" is one of the best dramas I've ever seen and it received only second tier Emmys (though, admittedly, there were seven). The acting, directing and writing were superlative. The Emmys are the biggest joke in the business.

CAE Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 08:22 PM EST

No fans of the Creative Arts Emmy...that where you find your snubs shows there

laylagalise Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 07:57 PM EST

I don't see how The Emmys, as an orginization that claims to honor excellence in television, can keep ignoring the brilliiance of HBO's "The Wire." Can ther voters please actually watch some tv before making their decisions? I like "Grey's Anatomy" and "Heroes" as much as anyone, but they aren't worthy of a nomination-- not when "The Wire," the best cast, acted, directed and written show (and yes that includes "The Sopranos" and "Friday Night Lights") can go completely unnoticed. It's ridiculous, a tragedy and, quite frankly, an embarassment. I'll watch come September, but I'll watch knowing that to win an Emmy means nothing-- it's not recognition for talent and excellence. It's just a pretty paperweight.

Ian Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 07:40 PM EST

I am once again pissed off that Lost wasn't nominated for Best Drama. Although I was happily surprised to see Terry O'Quinn and Michael Emerson get nominated for their performances. Also, Two and a Half Men is a completely overrated show. None of them deserve nominations.

Laura Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 07:31 PM EST

Ana Ortiz from Ugly Betty should have been nominated!

bootsycolumbia Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 07:25 PM EST

I wish Eddie Izzard had been nominated because I think he's hugely talented and I've got a major crush on him. But I'm happy for Minnie Driver. Really, REALLY ticked off about FNL being overlooked. No offense to Patricia Arquette, but I think she's a horrible actress, and I'd much rather see Connie Britton nominated. And Two and a Half Men? Why that show and not the much funnier How I Met Your Mother? (but big kudos to Neil Patrick Harris). And I know a lot of people think Lost isn't good any more, but the last half of this season rivaled season 1 in acting, writing and suspense. I'd have loved to see it get nominated for Best Drama again. It's still the one show I absolutely never miss.

Kat from SC Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 07:10 PM EST

John C. McGinley should have been nominated 5 years ago. His delivery of Dr. Cox's rants are hysterical every time. Scrubs never fails to get a laugh out of me. I was pretty mad about Lost's omission, since this season more than made up for last season. Everyone on that show deserves recognition. Very happy about House and Hugh Laurie, but I always think that season 1 was the best. And what about RSL?

Sean L. Mcguire Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 07:07 PM EST

I am very disappointed but not surprised that Battlestar Galactica got snubbed. Sci-fi shows never get nominated. You know, if critics took the time to watch the show, than they would know, that almost all of the issues have nothing to do with science fiction. I have heard it called arguably the best show that has been in syndication lately. However, seeing the how the voting went, these people wouldn't know a good show if it bit them.

Jennifer Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 07:00 PM EST

I'm sorry to see Lost wasn't nominated because I thought this year was great. Also, how did Friday Night Lights get snubbed? The show is so well written and acted. Connie Britton and Kyle Chandler do such a good job and show a realistic marriage which is rare for TV. I am glad to see that Ugly Betty was recognized but I agree that Becki Newton was overlooked. Pretty much the same old, same old, year after year.

Danielle Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 06:54 PM EST

Thrilled about the Jenna Fischer nomination, but seriously doing a 'what the hell?' over the absence of John Krasinski. I think he ran circles around people like Jon Cryer.

Luke Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 06:47 PM EST

BOSTON LEGAL??? I will never read a column by someone named Mandi Bierly again.

Lynne Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 06:31 PM EST

THE WIRE. THE WIRE. THE WIRE.
Can't believe those writers and that cast get IGNORED. A true shame.
For supporting actress in a drama series I would like to have seen
Alicia Coppola from Jericho .
Supporting Actor in a Drama I would
like to see some recognition for the powerful William Fitchner. He's great.

AND Why wasn't LOST nominated after
a really wonderful season this year ?

GLORIA Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 06:27 PM EST

Glaring omissions.........THE WIRE
and THE SHIELD. BOTH of these shows are superb dramas. Why are they shunned ???? Unbelievable.

BOSTON LEGAL...to me that is half comedy and I don't think it deserves to be in the Drama Category.

LOST this year was excellent. I think it deserved a Best Drama Series nod instead of Boston Legal.

Finally..........who watches MEDIUM ??
Patricia Arquette must be well liked by everyone on those Emmy panels.
Best Dramatic Actress ? I don't think so.

Barb Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 06:14 PM EST

Why oh why was Big Love overlooked? It is the most fascinating, well acted show on the air. The acting make's me actually think I am living there as a neighbor and it's all real. And I'm really not nut's. Also, where was Lost?

Homerox Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 06:13 PM EST

This has probably been mentioned already and, if so, forgive me but I too at first had a knee-jerk reaction of outrage to not seeing "Lost" among the nominees for best drama. To me, watching "Lost" this year was like seeing "Hamlet" done by the best Royal Shakespeare Company ever (while watching "Heroes" reminded me more of a junior-high production of "Our Town"). But then I flashed back to the big headline: 15 nominations for "Sopranos". My guess is that this being their last year, the show will be showered with awards and all of our complaining about which drama didn't get a nod will be moot. Next year, though, when nothing as big as "Sopranos" is bowing out, I sure hope "Lost" and other strong dramas get their due!

Ryan Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 06:00 PM EST

I'm a lot happier with the nominations this year than usual (Hooray for Jenna Fischer and Kevin Dillon), but yes there are some terrible snubs, most of which have been mentioned already. I thought for sure that Michael C. Hall would get a nomination. It's hard to believe I'm watching the same guy from Six Feet Under. I'll just have to assume Chloe Sevigny was snubbed because Nikki is such an unpleasant character. Why no love for Big Love or Rome? I agree that Calista Flockhart deserved a nom, though I'm happy Field and Griffiths got them. I'm always sad when Marcia Cross doesn't get nominated (Felicity Huffman? Really?), but she was MIA for a significant portion of the season.

Ruby Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 05:55 PM EST

By taking a gander at all the comments, I can see many have lamented this but I still feel the need to second it. Come on, Big Love is amazing. Unorthodox, definitely, but an overall awesome show with fine, fine actors. The roles of Barb, Nicki and Margie are just chalk full of juiceness for the women who play them, and they all do it so well. Especially Chloe Sevingy...we've seen enough of the Mariska Hargitay's and the women of Grey's Anatomy (after the season they've had, though I will back up Katherine Heigl). Shame on the Emmy's for snubbing this fabulous show. Though great to see Kevin Dillon on there, he's so great as Drama.

Ron Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 05:52 PM EST

Lost and Scrubs! Lost was fantastic this year and the whole cast of Scrubs has consistently given intelligen and funny performances.

j-nine Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 05:49 PM EST

Personally, I think Ethan Suplee as Randy on My Name is Earl is very under-rated. He's constantly stealing scenes.

And no FNL is a travesty. My kid's football team gave us hand towels in the team's color to wave at the state championship...I'm fearing needing to make trip to Walmart for hand towels in bulk to send to NBC...

mike Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 05:39 PM EST

The Drama catagories are just a mess. The Comedies need HIMYM instead of the awful 2 1/2 men. Annually, I complain about the Emmys snubbing the WB/CW. Now I think it's a great idea.
I didn't even know they had a catagory for best original music. Would have liked to have seen "Let's Go To the Mall" contending with D*** in a Box.
There is no Barry Manilow in Variety Show catagory this year. This could be Stephen Colbert's year.

colbyfan Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 05:39 PM EST

BRETT - Don't let the Deadwood snubs get you down. I'm a Deadwood fanatic and after being heartbroken so often over the lack of award, the media blackout, and HBO's lousy decisions over the end of the series that I've just decided that I'm so lucky to have had a show like that come around to me. I do like watching Milch's new HBO show to see many of the Deadwood folks and I enjoy ruminating on what the series box set will look like if it releases. But, you are not alone by far. Go read the HBO boards for many rabid fan comments on everything Deadwood.

jenny Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 05:34 PM EST

Several others have noted it, but it is still just amazing to me that lack of love for a show that is overflowing with the stuff..."Big Love." There are few shows that offer such interesting roles for women, and there are 3 of them to boot! I can't believe not a single one of them would be cherry-picked by the Emmy voters. I'm finding this show to be the best thing on right now, especially in the dry-spell of summer TV.

PuffinEllis Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 05:17 PM EST

They've got to keep the real shows down in the hole.

TV addict Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 05:12 PM EST

As someone who likes Boston Legal, even I have to say - HUHHH?? I know it's ABC's decision to submit it in the drama category, but the show doesn't even take ITSELF seriously! the writers don't even try to make anything remotely believable or grounded in reality, and that's what makes it as much of a comedy as Desp. Housewives is. And, this season wasn't even nearly as good as the last two seasons. Nominating this over the vastly superior Lost and FNL is a huge joke.

Lenwood Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 05:09 PM EST

Everyone with any vested intered in TV pretty much already knows The Wire is the best show on right now or ever, so it's simply a joke they get no "official" recognition. Maybe they don't even submit anyone b/c everyone already knows its the best. That's the only explanation I have.

Chris Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 04:58 PM EST

As usual, the Emmy voters show their myopic views on "Good" Television by snubbing most of the shows that deserved nomination. I don't even bother going by what they vote on, most of it's crap anyway

Twoandhalfsucks Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 04:55 PM EST

The Shield & The Wire are the best shows on TV I take anyone from the Wire or anyone from the Shield over any one nominated in the drama catagories Sopranos is not the only gritty and dramtic show on TV but I guess because it is about the romanced mob not those damn low class drugs dealers they get the edgy vote and no ghetto pass

Anne Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 04:54 PM EST

Happy about Extras but many disappointing snubs that have mentioned already such as Lost. Others:
"Let's Go To the Mall" from How I Met Your Mother. Hilarious and no love. Also upset that Brothers and Sisters was overlooked for Heroes. Though I am happy that Sally Field and Rachel Griffiths were nominated, but what about Matt Rhys for playing Kevin Walker and no love for Greg Berlanti and the amazing work he did with the show.

to jess, re: charlie Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 04:45 PM EST

charlie died b/c he HAD to die in order for desmond's 'flash' to come true. desmond said in order for claire and aaron to make it onto the helicopter and be rescued from the island, charlie had to die. charlie died b/c he wanted to save claire and aaron...his no. 1 'greatest hit.'

in the meantime, boo for no lauren graham, elizabeth mitchell, lost and even FNL and the wire. i don't watch FNL or the wire, but i would have much rather seen them beat out lost for a nod than grey's anatomy or boston legal.

Ian Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 04:44 PM EST

I tend to think that they got more right this year than wrong, so that's a step in the right direction.

Majorly bummed about Dexter/MCH. What an absolutely phenomenal performance. Ana Ortiz was also well-deserving.

As per Gillian's comment about Office and Ugly Betty mud wrestling for a hypothetical best cast award -- throw HIMYM in there. I'd love to hang out with those folks *anyday*!

Trazey Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 04:34 PM EST

Yay for Michael Emerson & Terry O'Quinn from LOST, but what about Matthew Fox??? He was wicked this year!

Yay for the OFFICE, except what about dreamboat John Krasinski???

emily Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 04:32 PM EST

How can entorage get nominated i rented the first season and felt it was terrible the only good thing was Jermey piven's character. Did it get better this year.

Sharlin Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 04:30 PM EST

I have an idea on how the Emmy's can be better at picking good shows and not just popular shows... They should do it like the Australian Logies do. They have a seperate categories for great, critically acclaimed shows like The Wire and Lost and then they have a sepreate popular catergory for shows like Grey's and Heroes.

Kate Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 04:25 PM EST

I've got to throw my hat in the ring for Dexter, and especially Michael C. Hall. Another glaring omission: Chloe Sevigny on Big Love. She is a revelation. Note her previous Oscar nomination.

Jenny Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 04:23 PM EST

So happy for the Office and Michael Emerson from Lost, but overall the nominations are disappointing. No Lauren Graham or Walton Goggins. I like Grey's Anatomy, but don't think its really best drama material. Lost is much more original.

Coco Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 04:18 PM EST

Sorry for the double posting~I made a mistake clicking "Post Comment."

Coco Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 04:16 PM EST

I found Brothers and Sisters to be fantastic all year. I feel Calista Flockhart deserved an Emmy for her performance and I can't figure out why she wasn't even nominated. Rachel Griffiths was ok but Calista was much better. If one or the other was going to get an Emmy nomination, I think that it should have gone to Calista. I agree with Sally Field's nomination but since the program is an ensemble show I think that she should have been in the Supporting Actress category or both S. Field and C. Flockhart should have been in the Lead Actress category.

Coco Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 04:16 PM EST

I found Brothers and Sisters to be fantastic all year. I feel Calista Flockhart deserved an Emmy for her performance and I can't figure out why she wasn't even nominated. Rachel Griffiths was ok but Calista was much better. If one or the other was going to get an Emmy nomination, I think that it should have gone to Calista. I agree with Sally Field's nomination but since the program is an ensemble show I think that she should have been in the Supporting Actress category or both S. Field and C. Flockhart should have been in the Lead Actress category.

Seon Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 03:53 PM EST

YYAAAAAAYYYYY Vanessa Williams made it!!!! Whew!

Now to rally on to the win! Come on Michael lets get her to switch her tape to the "KWANZAA" ONE!

jen Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 03:49 PM EST

Hey, what about Big Love? No love there.........Maybe a little controversial, but Bill Paxton is wonderful.

Alicia Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 03:44 PM EST

I don't mind the acting nominations for Grey's Anatomy, but to reward the show as a whole is absolutely ridiculous. The last half of the season was a complete mess.

I'd say more about Gilmore Girls (I hope Lauren Graham and Kelly Bishop know how much we all think they deserve it, and I bet they do), Friday Night Lights, Lost, and the Wire, but it's been covered. :)

Sarah Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 03:42 PM EST

Jimmy, you just made Diet Coke come out my nose!

Jimmy Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 03:38 PM EST

Damn't...Saved By The Bell was snubbed again!

May Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 03:26 PM EST

where is the love for My Name is Earl?! Jamie Pressly got a nom but what about Jason Lee and the show for best comedy??? There is no question that Jason Lee should've been nominated for Best Actor over Charlie Sheen and the show should've been nominated instead of Two and a Half Men. With that said, i'm so happy that Rainn Wilson and Kevin Dillon got nominated cuz they play some of the best characters on television and do it so well!!!

junior Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 03:25 PM EST

After reading a bunch of these comments, I realized something: no awards show can encompass the best on TV with a handful of major categories and 5-6 nods each; there is just too much good TV out there. While I think the Emmy's did a good job, people shouldn't take a non-nomination to mean that the show isn't praised in the TV Academy, it comes down to the votes. (I'm also saying this because I'm tired of reading about "FNL" or "The Wire.")

Adam Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 03:25 PM EST

Three things I'm sick of seeing nominated: Boston Legal, Two and a Half Men, and Tony Shaloub. ENOUGH!

Brent Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 03:25 PM EST

Maybe I'm mistaken - except I'm not because I looked up the TV Academy's rules which say that the elegibility period runs from June 1, 2006 to May 31, 2007 - but wasn't the third season of "Deadwood" elegible for nomination as well. Why no outrage about that!?

Jess Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 03:15 PM EST

Namar: Look, I have a bad case of sour grapes, I admit it. I loved the show until they killed Charlie. That ruined it for me. Let me ask you something about his death scene. Did you think it a bit odd that Charlie locked himself in after the grenade exploded when he could've easily gotten out of the room and THEN closed and locked the door? I watched that scene five times and it didn't make sense to me that Desmond couldn't open the door when Charlie had to pull it shut, not push it.

Christina Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 03:11 PM EST

I am truly digusted that Dexter was denied a Best Drama nod. There's no way you can convince me that Boston Legal and Grey's Anatomy deserve it more. And, Michael C. Hall? This man has been consistently snubbed ever since the Six Feet Under days. I didn't really think that Robert Sean Leonard wold clinch a nod for Supporting Actor Drama. I guess I just really hoped that a truly accomplished, talented actor who is sinfully underrated would be considered. But then again, the Emmys also ignored The Wire, Veronica Mars, FNL, The Shield...I don't know what I was thinking. I'm happy for House, Hugh Laurie, and Denis Leary, though. I wish I could say I plan on rebelling and plan on not watching the Emmys, but alas, I need to support all things House.

DLM Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 03:01 PM EST

Damn, I praised the comedy nominees, and now I remember that they screwed over "Scrubs" to heap nominations on the sour, unfunny "Two and a Half Men." I take it back.

Jonathan Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 03:01 PM EST

Not only was Lost snubbed for Best Drama, but even for some great acting talents. I think Michael Emerson and Elizabeth Mitchell should have both received Supporting nods (remember that kitchen scene? no of course not, you stopped watching like a couple other million viewers and assumed it sucks now-- wrongo). Season 1 was Terry O'Quinn's chance, but he could've at least gotten a nom. The only thing left to say is that the show better win those Writing awards.

DLM Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 03:00 PM EST

My apologies to "Boston Legal" watchers, but its inclusion in the drama series category over "Friday Night Lights," "The Wire," and "Lost" is an embarrassment. Same goes for Elizabeth Mitchell's exclusion from supporting actress - she didn't even make the top ten! I'm thrilled that voters recognized "Battlestar Galactica" in the writing and directing categories. Otherwise, they dropped the ball. They don't even know where the ball is. I will, however, say that the comedy categories are much better. With so few outstanding comedies on the air these days, it's harder to screw that up.

Vivi Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:49 PM EST

I think Micheal hasn't gotten down from his obvious high. I mean, his beloved Vanessa Williams got nominated! It's gonna be a while, folks.

adam Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:46 PM EST

The Wire's too good for the Emmys. That's the only possible explanation.

Namar Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:45 PM EST

I understand that but the death of your character doesn't make the show bad.

that makes no sense. so you mean to tell me if Charlie was still alive then you would love the show again and that you'd wish it were up for an EMMY?

Amanda Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:45 PM EST

It's a crime that Lauren Graham and Kristen Bell were snubbed again, on their last ever shot for their great WB shows. Coach's Mistress is totally right--we need a dramedy category.

hellotoyou Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:44 PM EST

Where is Nip/Tuck? The plotline and the acting are outstanding. And what other TV show gets special guests appearances from Catherine Deneuve, Jacqueline Bisset, Brooke Shields, and Rosie O'Donnell? All the characters and plotlines are unique and memorable. How sad Nip/Tuck was ignored...

moi Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:43 PM EST

though i dislike the overall tendency of emmy nominations given to actors or series that have been cancelled/ ended, i had hoped that lauren graham would benefit from it... her acting on gilmore girls was absolutely fabulous, sensitive & witty, and i'm truly sorry that she won't receive the emmy (or even a nomination) she deserves for her work throughout the years.

namar Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:41 PM EST

EW i think you should have your own awards show... Where all of your writers decide the best drama, comdedy, actor, actress, and so on and on... Or have the readers nominate the actors then you (the writers decide who is the winner)

and oh yeah YEAH for Michael Emerson and Terry O'Quinn's nominations (sorry LOcke but I'm rooting for Michael he outstood every other male on the show)
my snubs: =(
but I am bumbed about ELIZABETH MITCHELL (she is no doubt the best actrees on television in the supporting actress scope) every scene she was in you felt so many moods towards her.

and oh yeah LOST snubbed for Best Drama

Michael C. Hall for Dexter?

and THE WIRE

EW please have your own awards show...

mia Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:41 PM EST

Too many Grey's nominations! The only one deserved this year is Sandra Oh. Chandra Wilson was underutilized this year. TR Knight essentially plays his own dopey self. Katherine Heigl just screeches, cries and stares off into space trying to look sad. Where are the good actors?

Cory Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:41 PM EST

There are so many actors and shows I would have loved to see nominated, and while I was glad that Grey's Anatomy got so much Emmy love (even if it was a weaker season than last), there were some, in my opinion, obvious omissions, such as:

Best Actor in a Drama: Matthew Fox, Lost
Best Actress in a Drama: Hayden Panettiere, Heroes; Kristen Bell, Veronica Mars
Best Supporting Actress in a Drama: Elizabeth Mitchell, Lost; Ali Larter, Heroes.
Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy: Ana Ortiz, Ugly Betty
Best Drama: Lost, Veronica Mars

Eric Schenk Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:39 PM EST

I have no respect for the Oscars or the Emmys; both simply having two overlapping groups of self-involved high-school types celebrating themselves. Hence, I cannot really be surprised that during its three year run, Veronica Mars, one of the wittiest, well-written shows on tv for two and a half of its three years did not receive even one important nomination, let alone win. Rather than celebrating the celebrated, why doesn't EW simply inaugurate its own awards based on the input of talented, thoughtful critics. Why pretend that Hollywood is the best qualified entity for evaluating itself?

Michelle Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:34 PM EST

I love Grey's Anatomy. But it is a night time soap opera. A good one but a soap. Why Lauren Graham isn't nominated is wrong. She's incrediable along with Kelly Bishop of course. And now they can never be nominated. So sad

Jess Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:33 PM EST

namar: I beg to differ, sir. Dominic Monaghan was the whole reason I started watching Lost in the first place, from the first episode. And I vowed that if they ever killed him off, which they almost did in season 1, I'd never watch again. You kill my hobbit, I curse you with no more Emmys! They should've gotten rid of Jack. His character has gotten as lame and annoying as the one he portrayed in Party of Five. Bleeeh!

Jasmine Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:31 PM EST

The refusal to nominate the Wire just shows that these awards shows are all BS. How can you, year after year, not nominate THE BEST SHOW ON TELEVISION! This time I'm angry.

Galadriel Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:29 PM EST

I agree, 24 was just lame this season. Let's hope this will be their wake-up call to shape the series up. Hi, Coach's Mistress.

WireFan Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:28 PM EST

It's been said a lot today but my heart literally sank that the Wire was overlooked by Emmy voters!
This is the smartest, realistic, and most well acted show on television right now and it stinks that it was overlooked. At the very least they could have nominated the actor who plays Omar! The MOST original character on TV. I will not be watching the Emmys! I haven't in years anyway!

namar Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:28 PM EST

I was really angry when LOST was not nominated for best Drama Series (are you kidding me?)

oooooooh! the Emmy's

and also Elizabeth Mitchell did not recieve a nomination either but Grey's Anatomy gets 3? are you kidding me?

and yeah Jess by the way just because LOST killed off your favorite character doesnt mean it's a bad show.
jeez...

but also THE WIIRE should be nominated, it's ridiculous...
and yeah Heroes should not be nominated for OUTSTANDING DRAMA (drop Boston Legal & HEROES and put in DEXTER and LOST or LOST and THE WIRE)

DanOregon Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:25 PM EST

No Friday Night Lights acting noms is a joke, having seen some of the work that was nominated. I thought a leaked list indicated FNL was getting noms in that category. What gives?
Look for the Sopranos to clean up.

Coach's Mistress Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:14 PM EST

HEY POPWATCH! HERE'S AN IDEA FOR A NEW BLOG...In a perfect world there would be a DRAMEDY category. Which shows would you nominate?

Jess Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:13 PM EST

No WAY! This season of LOST was NO WAY the best! They killed off my favorite character, Charlie. Bastards. They got what they deserved.

Jonathan Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:11 PM EST

I agree 100% with the 24 snub, it sucked this season. But I can't get over the fact that Lost was robbed yet again, and I can't help but think it is only because it has lost millions of viewers and is no longer about peanut butter and golf. EW even raved about this 3rd season, and I'm sure many fans agree that it was the best yet. Shame, shame.

Sara Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:10 PM EST

Well my day sucks now, knowing that FNL was snubbed, especially Connie Britton. It is bad enough that NBC shoved it to Friday nights (not that I'm not thankful they renewed it--I'd watch it if it was on at 2am)! I'm just so sad for the talented cast and writers---I can't help feeling that this does not bode well for their future beyond a second season.

Sarah Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 02:09 PM EST

OMG, NOTHING FOR THE TUDORS???? Are these people deaf, dumb and blind??? That was the best thing I saw on TV all year! Emmy's only saving grace is that Lost got nothing. HAH! Karma for killing off Dominic Monaghan's character Charlie. Take THAT and stuff it in your pipe, JJ Abrams!

Fatima Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 01:53 PM EST

I think EW should have their own friggin awards so someone can finally get it right. Seriously, EW, look into it.

aramis Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 01:53 PM EST

WHAT I DIDN'T LIKE:
-You guys complain that - and rightfully so - that Becki Newton didn't get a nod, and I'll join you on that, but I'm sad that Mark Indelicato who plays the ALWAYS scene-stealing Justin on "Ugly Betty" didn't get one either
-Alas the final chance has passed, and STILL no nods for Lauren Graham and Kristen Bell...the CW goddesses we bid farewell to last season: FOR SHAME TV ACADEMY...FOR. SHAME.
-Dexter was robbed BIGT TIME.
WHAT I LIKED:
-Van L. getting a nod (go team Slezak!)
-Alec Baldwin getting a nod
-Tina Fey getting an acting AND writing nod
-"D*ck in a Box"'s nod from SNL...seriously one of the best Nominees out there. HILARIOUS.
-Laurie Metcalf's guest actress nod as the killer supermarket wife on "Desperate Housewives"
-Heroes' nod (sorry...I HEART the show, flaws and all)

C.S. Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 01:49 PM EST

Thank you Emmy "Gods" for dissing Kelly Bishop... again... while the last season of Gilmore Girls was sub-par (i blame Sherman-Palladino for painting the show into a corner withe Christopher storyline and the writers who you could tell had a very hard time getting out fo said corner) BUT one thing was for sure, Kelly Bishop nerver fell short, her acting was superb in every scene that she was in ,making her character one you loved and hated and loved even more becuase flawed as Emily Gilmore was she was mother who loved her daughter and wanted nothing but the best for her.

So thank you Emmys, thank you becuase next year and on i will not have to suffer this anymore since Kelly Bishop will not be Emily Gilmore in any other place but in my heart, where she get the Emmy every year.

mcbridefan Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 01:47 PM EST

And what about a drama nod for "Rescue Me" ? If Leary is eligible, calendarwise, then so is his show!

Chris Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 01:19 PM EST

THE SHIELD. The Emmy's have dropped the ball here. Walton Goggins was outstanding, much more deserved than the guy from heroes or T.R. Knight. And how can you deny Michael Chiklis? The Emmy's pander to quantity of viewers, not quality of show. Props to Dennis Leary though.

Rahul Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 01:16 PM EST

I'm disappointed that 'Lost' didn't get nommed for Drama Series. I think it was a great improvement over the 2nd season.

Also, Becki Newton ('Ugly Betty') got robbed big time.

Smithie Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 01:14 PM EST

No Justin Kirk? He's the best thing about Weeds!

Liza Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 01:14 PM EST

I'm uspet LOST didn't get any other nominations, specially Elizabeth Mitchell, she was great. I'm happy that Neil PAtrcik Harris was nominated. Suit on!!!!

Sharlin Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 01:12 PM EST

The 2nd half of LOST was AWESOME. How can that be a worse Drama series then Grey's Anatomy and Heroes! Come on!

Candi Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 01:05 PM EST

I love Grey's Anatomy and many of the characters on it, but that doesn't make it worthy of a BEST DRAMA emmy nom or the actors worthy of individual noms. Seriously, the most entertaining parts of the show are the funny, quirky parts - the drama parts were done better by ER circa 1995. I don't consider these characters to be supporting drama players - if there were two or three episodes without an Izzy or a George scene, would the show really suffer? Unfortunately, the Emmy structure just does not jive with today's TV shows. Dramedy IS a genre and it should be its own category - Denny Crane is a pisser, but can any BL fan actually defend a BEST DRAMA nod for this show? Entertaining and dramatic excellence are two different things. And I cannot even go into FNL - it is the first show in YEARS that I look forward to starting the second the last one ends. Sometimes I let them double up on my DVR just to be able to watch two hours worth! Amazing show...a true diss in all areas.

Karoline Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 01:03 PM EST

I don't understand why Lorraine Bracco could be nominated for 'The Sopranos' but that Robert Iler was overlooked. '24' was awful this year and Kiefer Sutherland did not deserve to be nominated. I've resigned myself to the fact that 'Battlestar Galactica', despite being the best show on television, will never be nominated for anything. My only hope is that Kevin Dillon wins for 'Entourage' just to hear him yell 'VICTORY!!!'

Kate Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 01:02 PM EST

I thought that Lost should of been nominated more especially Matthew Fox but I'm very happy for Terry O'Quinn. As for Grey's the two people that I don't think deserve it is T.R.Knight and Katherine Heigl. But I hope that Sandra and Chandra win.

Kate Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 01:02 PM EST

I thought that Lost should of been nominated more especially Matthew Fox but I'm very happy for Terry O'Quinn. As for Grey's the two people that I don't think deserve it is T.R.Knight and Katherine Heigl. But I hope that Sandra and Chandra win.

Bub Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:58 PM EST

I don't see how Janice & Dr. Melfi from The Sopranos "earned" Emmy nods. They were both barely on the show at all this season! Janice was in maybe three episodes, & Dr. Melfi had probably a total of 25 minutes of screen time throughout. I don't get it.

It's criminal that Friday Night Lights & The Shield (particularly Walton Goggins as Shane) were overlooked. This was the best season yet of The Shield- completely engrossing & gut-wrenching. It frustrates me that it could be completely ignored like this.

kd Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:54 PM EST

Ugh -- such a joke. I'm boycotting the Emmy's.

MAJOR SNUBS: Elizabeth Mitchell, John Krasinski, Donald Faison, John C McGinley, Scrubs for best comedy, Lost for best drama

2-1/2 Men?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!??!

Melina Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:53 PM EST

The one person that I thought should of been nominated is Becki Newton. She is so funny and the episode where she played the nerdy girl should of been enought for a nod. Maybe next year.

pistolero214 Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:51 PM EST

who are these fools who didnt add elizabeth mitchel from lost she is a great actress who really brought it home with her character on lost.not mention mathew fox performance in the finale!! wow what bunch of fools! at least they have micheal emerson and terry.

Doris Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:46 PM EST

Why Mariska Hargitay? She wasn't even on the whole season?

Matthew Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:45 PM EST

VIVA LA OFFICE!!
yipee!!!!!!! yay!!!!!
IMFRIGGINEXCITED:]
The Emmys actually got it right [for the most part].

Lucas Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:42 PM EST

Now, I wasn't naive enough to think that Battlestar Gallactica was going to sweep the nominations, but to snub James Callis is ridiculous. With Gaius Balatar he created the most believable villians ever captured on film. A character that isn't evil, just a selfish coward, that every week reminds me just how 'evil' I would be in the same situation.

bud Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:41 PM EST

I can't believe How I Met Your Mother and Scrubs don't get more nods.

Meg Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:41 PM EST

ps. Zach Braff, two posts down, you don't need to complain - you're still working. keep it up with those wendy's commercials.

Meg Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:40 PM EST

really? krasinski emmy nod this year? nah... not this year. don't get me wrong, i love krasinski. however, this was the year of the rainn wilson. also so pleased to see my man michael emerson get the nod he so deserves. was it really necessary to give shalhoub another nod?? i LOVE monk, but give me a break. and i guess gilmore girls will be buried without recognition - total bs.

zach Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:38 PM EST

biggest snub for the last 6 years -
SCRUBS!!!!!

LoreleiLover Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:36 PM EST

I'm so sad that Lauren G. got snubbed again...

tears upon tears.

Did anyone not watch the karaoke episode?

Cassie Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:33 PM EST

Michael C. Hall snubbed? That's CRIMINAL. He should have WON for Dexter.

What's up with all the Grey's Anatomy noms? That show is SO overrated. At least Ellen Pompeo and Patrick Dempsey didn't steal lead acting noms.

LoreleiLover Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:33 PM EST

I'm so sad that Lauren G. got snubbed again...

tears upon tears.

Did anyone not watch the karaoke episode?

Patt Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:33 PM EST

Is "Monk" the funniest show on television? I've never seen it, but since Tony Shaloub gets nominated every year, it must at least be the best acted.

Tim Lade Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:31 PM EST

Let's be fraking honest here. Battlestar Galactica was the top show this year without a doubt. I have zero interest in Heroes and honestly, how it could garner a best drama nod is beyond me. Grey's Anatomy was weak sauce as well for a number of reasons and I am just sick and tired of truly amazing programming getting left behind because it isn't "the it thing" of the moment. Trust me, in 20 years nobody will look back and say Heroes fundamentally impacted science fiction and fantasy in any perceivable way whereas Battlestar has changed the face of science fiction storytelling. I can handle 24 not being recognized this year. It was simply the last nail in a season I could have cared less about. But Battlestar for Grey's and Heroes is simply intolerable.

Larry Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:30 PM EST

There was no finer or more convincing acting than by Michael C. Hall. Anyone who can turn a psychopathic killer into a hero of sorts, deserves at the very least a nomination.

poochie Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:29 PM EST

I think the academy is fearful that all of the best shows appear on HBO and cable, and tried to give every network channel a nomination. "Lost" & "FNL" in my opinion are the only two dramas that could compete with shows like "The Wire", "Rome", & "Big Love."

Teri Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:28 PM EST

With the exception of the Jason Lee snub (and I think it's because he is a Scientologist) the comedy noms are pretty decent. The drama is a different story. Even the dullest episodes of FNL and Lost are far superior to Grey's Anatomy and Boston Legal. SHAME on the Emmys!

Rhonda Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:28 PM EST

Elizabeth Mitchell, without a doubt. Guess her brilliant, multi-layered performance as Juliet was a little too much for the judges to wrap their little minds around.

Excited that Michael Emerson and Terry O'Quinn have finally been nominated for their work on Lost!

I'm very glad to see Hugh Laurie nominated--without him, House becomes just another formulaic hospital drama.

MKS Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:24 PM EST

I just don't get it. Didn't the Emmy panel change the nomination process several years ago and nicknamed it "the Lauren Graham rule"? Why even bother if the always fabulous Lauren Graham STILL does not get nominated?!? Same goes for Kelly Bishop, who was heart-wrenching in the Gilmore Girls episode when Richard is in the hospital. Shame, shame on you, Emmy voters!
At least I'm pleased to see Minnie Driver nominated for The Riches

Kitty Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:23 PM EST

Hugh Laurie better win this year. And Jesse Spencer and Lisa Edelstein deserve supporting nominations as well--they make House the best drama nominee that it is.

Jd Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:21 PM EST

The Wire is simply the best dramatic show probably in TV history. The Emmy's are a joke because they have never recognized this.

Michel Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:18 PM EST

How could James Callis NOT be nominated as best actor in a drama series? His rendering of that sniveling, whimpering bastard named Gaius Baltar is a masterpiece of acting.

Dio_K Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:17 PM EST

Noooooooo! Where's Lauren Graham??? Watching this snub year after year erodes what little credibility these awards pretend to have. Where's Jason Lee? I understand there are only 5 nominees per category, but these are the leads of long-running shows who consistently do GREAT jobs. LG is one of the finest actresses of her generation and no one will know because she didn't get the kind of attention she deserved for Gilmore Girls.

Jamie Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:17 PM EST

neetsie2000..............
when was the wire ever nominated for an emmy?? EVER?????????
Get your facts straight.

Catherine Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:15 PM EST

Whoever mentionned that Robert Sean Leonard should have recieved a nomination, I completely agree!! He is the rock of House and stands his role againts the great Hugh Laurie! As for Grey's Anatomy, I do not even watch that depressing show, but saw the last scene with Sandra Oh (breakdown after the wedding) and for that only, I think she deserves the nod.

Jen (II) Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:11 PM EST

Boston Legal? Really?? Tried to watch it once and couldn't even last through the episode. And tho I am a Grey's addict, I think this is overkill given the off-kilter season. But I bet somewhere Isaiah Washington is stewing over T.R. Knight's nom!

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Jim Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:10 PM EST

as some who has seen every episode of heroes, i can safely say that it is not in any way deserving of a best drama series nomination. don't get me wrong, it was fairly entertaining, but seriously, best drama? you've got to be kidding me. the wire, friday night lights, lost, and the shield are all more deserving than this crap. hell, even kidnapped was better than heroes and that show was canceled.

Dan TO Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:10 PM EST

I'm going to dump all over heroes. Great concept, good start, lots of promise... yet the writing and acting is terrible. The season finale and the lead up to it was seriously embarrassing.

neetsie2000 Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:09 PM EST

I am SO tired of seeing the same old, same old get nominated every year (The Wire, Desparate Housewives, The Sopranos, etc.) There are other (and better) shows on TV that deserve to be nominated, not the same tired claptrap that gets nominated every year. Time to get some new blood into the Emmys!

Allison Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:09 PM EST

I have never understood the love for the sopranos. Maybe because i grew up around Mob wannabees, and saw how it really played out. BOSTON LEGAL--come on! That show is beyond ridiculous. Nothing for FNL or Lost; Scrubs excellent cast and rewarding Grey's Anatomy for the worst season ever (happy that Chandra Wilson was nominated--for a year you hardly saw her). The Wire going unnoticed again--boo! And Felicity Huffman--I was 23 when I was diagnosed with a the same cancer than you were ON A SHOW and I had a less dramatic reaction. John Krasinski was robbed; so was Connie Britton who was brilliant. I think we all get so frustrated over this because it's just like HS, or teh workplace or whatever--the people who deserve credit get overlooked and those who get the credit simply are hacks.

Ceballos Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:07 PM EST

Oh yeah, Lost and the Shield should be up for best drama...get Grey's and Heroes outta there!

Also, go Kevin Dillon! (another first-time nominee)

Elizabeth Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:05 PM EST

I thought that was Melissa Joan Hart, not Becki Newton, when I first saw the home page. Damn my nieces for watching "Sabrina" every afternoon...

anonymous Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:05 PM EST

What about BBC America? Robin Hood is just about the best thing I've seen on television in ages. Also, where is the love for Veronica Mars, Battlestar Galactica, all the other 'Office' workers, and Jason Lee on 'My Name is Earl'. Jeez Louise, maybe the voters should actually watch some television before selecting their nominees.

mls4615 Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:05 PM EST

Here are my snubs:
Best Drama- Lost, Friday Night Lights
Best Comedy- My Name Is Earl, Old Christine
Best Actor- Kyle Chandler, Jason Lee
Best Actress- Connie Britton
Best Supp. Actor- Jack McBrayer, anybody from "Friday Night Lights"
Best Supp. Actress- Elizabeth Mitchell, Hayden Panettiere, anybody from "Friday Night Lights"

Jane Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:05 PM EST

No Lauren Graham - and instead the Emmys reward Julia Louise Dreyfuss for "The New Adventures of Old Christine"...again?!

And no Kelly Bishop, but 2 nods in the best supporting actress category for the women from "The Sopranos"? I'm pretty sure their mantles are heavy enough with awards already - how about letting someone else into the club?

I've decided Emmy voters are like turtles - they won't pick anything they can't see from inside their protective shell.

mls4615 Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:05 PM EST

Here are my snubs:
Best Drama- Lost, Friday Night Lights
Best Comedy- My Name Is Earl, Old Christine
Best Actor- Kyle Chandler, Jason Lee
Best Actress- Connie Britton
Best Supp. Actor- Jack McBrayer, anybody from "Friday Night Lights"
Best Supp. Actress- Elizabeth Mitchell, Hayden Panettiere, anybody from "Friday Night Lights"

Ceballos Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:05 PM EST

John Krasinksi, Becki Newton, Walton Goggins, Robert Iler, Jason Lee, Elizabeth Mitchell, and Michael Chiklis should've all been nominated in my book.

The Emmys actually did a decent job this year. And I was really happy to see Jenna Fischer, Rainn Wilson and lots of new shows get first-time nods others get their first nods. Still, although I think the show is funny, there's a bit too much Two and a Half Men on the ballot.

Also, I consider Boston Legal a comedy and would move it over to that category and have it replace Two and a Half Men (and have Spader replace Sheen).

Henry Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 12:04 PM EST

Major ignorance of Battlestar Galactica, Friday Night Lights, Veronica Mars, Lost, in a lot of major categories. The Emmys were certainly glad The Sopranos came back for a final season, eh? They practically blew their collective wad with the show's 15 nominations (on top of the gazillion nominations they've already gotten in the previous five seasons) for a season that will only live on in people's minds because of a polarizing ending. I don't understand this...

K Russell Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:57 AM EST

Errr, what about the fab stuff BBC America's had the last year? Seriously, I've barely changed my channel the last 6 months. I challenge anyone here to show me a stronger performance than Sharon Gless in "The State Within"? What happened, Emmy voters?!?! No love for the Cable Brits??

Rachel Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:56 AM EST

Not that it needs repeating but I agree the Wire is absolutely the best show on TV. However, I can understand why it doesn't get nominated because of the Emmy system. The nominations are based on one episode and one episode of the Wire can be totally confusing. It's a show that trusts its viewers to be intelligent and capable of following the intricate twists and turns of a nuanced plot and layered characters. It takes a season to truly appreciate its genius.

Bruno Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:56 AM EST

I really don't think these people watch television. Seriously.

*so* Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:56 AM EST

I agree, I'm so tired of the Emmys snubbing great actors. The Office's John K. def. deserved a nod as did Smallville's Allison Mack. Am I ever going to see recognition of her work in Smallville? She's amazing!

Pai Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:56 AM EST

Quite peeved that the other Housemates didn't get noms, particularly Robert Sean Leonard and Jesse Spencer, who I thought made the series this year. Not so much David Morse, a very fine talented actor who I thought had been stuck in a thankless role but Emmy thanked him.

CeCe Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:53 AM EST

Who will call it like it is and acknowledge that the repeated snub of "The Wire" reflects racism, pure and simple? The acting, writing, cinematography, and sound are outstanding on this show and we know the Emmy voters get HBO, so what other excuse is there?
The noms for "House" and the ridiculously talented Hugh Laurie are richly deserved. Another Emmy for Gandolfini or Spader or the one-note-wonders Leary and Sutherland? Oh, please!
I don't even watch "Lost" and I am upset that it was snubbed again. "Grey's Anatomy can't hold a candle to the other noms in this category and the major love for three good-but-not-great Grey's actresses in the supporting drama category is mystifying to say the least.

kel Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:49 AM EST

way to go kevin dillon!! definitely one of my favorite nominees this year.

Snsetblaze Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:45 AM EST

The worst snubs: again, almost the entire cast of Battlestar Galactica for any acting awards and the show as Best Drama. Also, Eddie Izzard for Best Lead Actor in a drama for the Riches, and Gregg Henry for Best Supporting in a Drama for the Riches. Ana Ortiz for Best Supporting Actress in Ugly Betty. Jason Lee for Best Actor in My Name is Earl. The actress who plays Denny Crane's little person love interest in the guest category for Bosten Legal.

Babaloo Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:44 AM EST

I have to agree with everyone here about Lost and especially Elizabeth Mitchell. I thought she was a lock to win. How can you view her tape submission and not just give her the freakin award. I mean all of the Grey's girls over that...Are they on crack? Do they even watch the tapes submitted? I am boycotting as well. Really bummed that they dont show The Wire some love too! I think that the panels are made up of old crusty white guys that just dont get how incredibly brilliant that show is in every respect. Boo!

Renee Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:44 AM EST

I am wondering how Lost could be nominated for best acting (Michael Emerson and Terry O'Quinn), best writing (my boys Damon and Carlton for Through the Looking glass), best directing (Jack Bender for Through the Looking Glass) and not get nominated for best drama. Doesn't best drama mean the show with the best writing, story, acting etc? I am just confused.

However the biggest snub is Elizabeth Mitchell who plays Juliet on Lost. How can three actresses be nominated in one category for a show that is just Ally Mcbeal in a hospital and Mitchell not get nominated? WTF!

Houstonian Jen in Baltimore Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:44 AM EST

Well, bussy, if the Emmys hate Baltimore...well, Baltimore hates the Emmys.

The Wire is snubbed again. Makes absolutely no sense. None at all!

And I love Grey's Anatomy, but a couple of those actor nominations could have been given to more deserving folks this year. Chandra Wilson is fabulous, but she was terribly underused this season. Deserving of an Emmy nom for this season? Probably not. But congratulations to her anyway.

And who else is hoping Kathy Griffin beats Extreme Makeover: Home Edition this year??? Otherwise, she'll have to curse out the auditorium again, and her lawyer will have to call people again, and it will be a whole big to-do...

Petey Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:43 AM EST

Enough with the Tony Shaloub nominations!! We get it already, he's good at being obsessive compulsive.

JD Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:42 AM EST

What does John C. McGinley from SCRUBS have to do to get on an EMMY nom? Whose with me?

Joe Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:41 AM EST

I.Hate.Boston.Legal...ok maybe i hate the voters that nominate that crap every year over stuff like Lost. Seriously what are these people watching?!! If i have to hear James Spader or William Shatners name called out one more time i think i might lose it.

MHH Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:40 AM EST

So you don't watch Battlestar Galactica. You're missing one of the best dramas on TV. You could pick any of the actors on that show to be in the Emmy categories. Some standouts to me are Katee Sackhoff, James Callis and Mary McDonnell. It could be the sci-fi genre that scares Emmy voters away. I don't know. Above all, that show is a human drama which mirrors things that are happening here on good old planet Earth.

Boze Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:40 AM EST

No love for Dexter. No love for FNL. No love for Lost...too much to comprehend.

gene gene Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:39 AM EST

the emmys are as relevant as the people's choice awards. shame on them for never recognizing the quality work of The Wire and Battlestar Galactica.

jonathan Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:39 AM EST

So happy Terry O'Quinn got a nomination, as well as Hugh Laurie. As for the rest, it's no surprise to see The Sopranos nominated for so many. I think 24 was aweful this past season and didn't deserve any awards (By the way, I was a huge 24 fan prior to last season). Grey's -Blah. Sir Ian's nomination for Extras is BRILLIANT! and so is Ricky Gervais's nomination.

Brian Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:34 AM EST

AHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!! Elizabeth Mitchell is the BEST thing about TV right now! The Emmy's SUCK!

specialk Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:33 AM EST

seriously, how do you have six nominees for best actress in a drama and NOT have mary mcdonnell on the list?! she's easily one of the six greatest actresses alive! omgwtffffff.

Alvaral11 Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:27 AM EST

I think it was great to see Jaime Pressley's name again as a nominee, but what about Jason Lee, I don't understand why the academy can nominate a mediocre show and the cast of Two and a half men (except for Holland Taylor of course) and exclude much better casts and shows like My name is Earl and How I met your mother! speaking of which, it was great to see Neil Patrick Harris being recognize finally for an outstanding job, he steals every single one of the scenes he's in!

Bill Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:25 AM EST

All of these people slamming Boston Legal have NEVER seen the show. It is consistently good and overlooked. And its only been on 3 seasons. It's probably the best David E. Kelley show. Grey's Anatomy is the one that is truly overrated.

mjbinnyc Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:25 AM EST

It makes me sigh when posters call people "morons" because they like a show that perhaps you dont like. Kind of silly. For me the best nominations were Rachel Griffths, Minnie Driver and Mary Louise. Three actress who I adore. I wish that Michael C Hall and Eddie Izzard how made the cut. Nominations that confuse me is " Two and 1/2 men". I tried to give it a proper chance and it never made an impression on me. Oh, another nomination that excites me is Kathy Griffin.

Solsbury Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:21 AM EST

Add me to "The Wire" faithful. I was especially pulling for an Andre Royo nod for his amazing performance week after week as Bubbles.

tvbeliever Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:19 AM EST

Unbelievable snubs: FNL for best drama; Connie Britton & Kyle Chandler for best actor/tress; Lauren Graham for best actress; the guy who plays Kenneth on 30 Rock or Tracy Morgan for best supporting actor; Becki Newton for best sup actress; Lost for best drama; Eddie Izzard for best actor; Ugly Betty for best writing.

trigrrrcut Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:19 AM EST

Sorry Hall not Howell. I'm getting him confused with the equally brilliant Soul Man Star C. Thomas Howell.

I'm glad Scurbs didn't get the "oh you've been on forever so let's reward your mediocre season nominations.

EvilCornbread Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:18 AM EST

I also don't get the people complaining about Lost -- the general consensus was that the bulk of this season was decidedly mediocre. The start of the season was good, then dragged on too long, then it just got downright bad (Jack tattoo episode, anyone?). The final half-dozen episodes were admittedly spectacular, but a good finish does not make a great season overall.

Amanda Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:18 AM EST

I think Becki Newton is completely unimpressive on "Ugly Betty." If she's funny at all, it's because of the writing. She basically makes the same sneer for the duration of the show. It's really irritating and she is nowhere NEAR as talented as Megan Mullally was.

The worst snub was Michael C. Hall. His work on "Dexter" defines good acting. His snub might be enough to make me pretend I'd boycott the Emmys this year, but since they were smart enough to nominate Neil Patrick Harris (and Rainn Wilson!), I'll have to watch. I love John Krasinski, but he deserved a nomination more last year and I'm sure he'll deserve and get one in a season to come.

trigrrrcut Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:17 AM EST

30 Rock's Kenneth should be a best supporting actor nominee. Bt the biggest problem is DEXTER!!! No series nomination!?!?! No Micheal C. Howell nomination?!?!?!?!

Also I could certainly swap Extras instead of Two and a Half Men.

Fatima Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:16 AM EST

I am SERIOUSLY boycotting the show this year. I will not stand and watch morons showering praise on Grey's Anatomy and Boston Legal (WTF?) while FNL, Lost and The Wire go unrecognized yet again. In a very odd way, my heart is broken. BOYCOTT!

paige Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:15 AM EST

ELIZABETH MITCHELL! MICHAEL C HALL! SCRUBS!!!!

EvilCornbread Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:15 AM EST

Maybe I'm in the minority here, but I feel like Ugly Betty falls into the Desperates Housewives category of "kind of a comedy, but not really".

I mean, it's got a lot of broad, over-the-top characters and it's certainly got a wry sense of humor, but I can probably count the number of times I've laughed out loud from it on one hand.

Compared to something like The Office, which packs 5x the laughs into half the time, I just don't see it.

FNL is the big snub story, IMO.

Tisa Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:12 AM EST

How could they leave off Lost and its hugely talented cast of actors and actresses?!?! It has the best writing, acting, and producing on TV. The nominations stink this year. Charlie Sheen, are you kidding me. Jason Lee is about a 100 times funnier than Sheen. No wonder the ratings for the Emmys has been dropping, they have no clue as to what is good TV.

Sara Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:11 AM EST

The Wire! Every year it gets no love. It's the best show on television! Casting, direction, writing, acting, production...it's all top drawer. Every time I watch it I am awed by how well-drawn out and executed it is. I enjoy Grey's Anatomy and watch Heroes from time to time, but come on, there is no way either of these shows deserve that nomination for best drama. This was Grey's weakest season, and while Heroes started out with promise it ended up being pretty lame. I guess people just aren't watching the Wire? No one seems to know what it is whenever I mention it. What a shame.

jamie Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:10 AM EST

Boston Legal over the The Wire is a big joke.
All three Grey's anatomy girls over Lost..another joke
That Monk dude..does anyone watch that show?????????At least they got Dennis Leary right

candycoloredclown Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:10 AM EST

dominic monaghan should have been nominated. he was really good in the last charlie centric episode of lost.

Andy Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:09 AM EST

Jason Lee!

That's another item Emmy voters will have to add to their Karma lists, and they can write it in under Lee's snub last year. Ugh.

Kris Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:08 AM EST

Same ol'. Same ol'. Seriously, what is even the point of getting up for Emmy noms or watching the show? They keep nominating the same people & shows that don't deserve it in the first place (most of them anyway). I hate that the Emmy's don't EVER take into account bad seasons either. I love Grey's, but seriously? Seriously? Whatever! I've hated the Emmy's since their Buffy snubbing days and their continued disrespect to any show not on a major network (read: Veronica Mars, Gilmore Girls) is beyond frustrating.

Tom Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:08 AM EST

Uh am I the only person who watches the Wire? It is incomprehensible that the most well written and acted show in the history television is constantly overlooked, while a seemingly mediocre season of the Sopranos, by most accounts, gets fifteen nominations, just because it's the end of the series. Season four was as close to perfect as a show can be.

Cal C Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:08 AM EST

I was sad to see that Lost didn't get nominated as Best Series - I guess the backlash for the first half of the season overshadowed the acclaim of the second half.

Jen Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:07 AM EST

So sad to see Lost get snubbed for best series. While the first half of the season was a bit uneven, it just went from strength to strength in the second half, leading up to a spectacular finale. Whilst I enjoy Grey's & House, they both had off seasons this year that were disappointing. Also sorry not to see Josh Holloway's name for Supporting Actor; his work this season has been marvellous, particularly in 'The Brig'.

BSG would've been a worthy nomination too, despite a mid-season rough patch, but I'm sure that was discounted out-of-hand for being on Sci-Fi. That also has some wonderful acting too -- in particular this season, Michael Hogan. The scene (*SPOILER*) where Tigh poisons his wife is heartbreaking.

Eric Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:06 AM EST

Way to get it wrong again Emmys. No Lost nominations. What?! No Elizabeth Mitchell? Are you kidding me? And Boston Legal as a best drama nominee. What a joke. Pathetic as usual.

Kevo Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:05 AM EST

This thing about the Emmys is for the most part, they tend to follow the general consensus (Hence nominations for critcially lambasted but high rated comedy Two and a Half Men but no major ones for critical darling but low-rated Friday Night Lights). However, there is always one or two shows that while low rated, Emmy voters seem to love (Arrested Development anyone?). This year's recipient of low-rated Emmy love is 30 Rock. I'm glad the Emmys recognized this excellent and hilarious show and its two main cast members, Tina Fey and Alec Baldwin.

suzie q Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:05 AM EST

really, why is gray's dominating the supporting actress category? i'm know they're all great actresses, but there are plenty of other shows out there to be represented. there's no need to hand all the nominations to gray's when elizabeth mitchell and lisa edelstein and others were ignored.

Elaine Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 11:04 AM EST

I have to agree that giving that song from SNL a nom is as good as when the Oscars nominated "Uncle F****er" from the South Park movie or 36 Mafia wining for "It's Hard Out Here For A Pimp".

Lost, in my opinion, has not lived up to its potential since the first season. It deserved accolades then, but not now and not on the basis of a single episode. As far as 24 goes, the only person I felt deserved any nomination was Jean Smart as Martha Logan. Also, what the hell ever happened to the Logans 24 writers??

Nicolletta Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:59 AM EST

No Robert Sean Leanord or Lisa Edelstein?

Emmy voters are idiots.

kaylen Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:57 AM EST

I think John Krasinski is awesome, but Rainn Wilson deserved the nomination more. He IS Dwight.
Also, I hoped that Veronica Mars would get some props, but I guess not. :(

Ang Knee Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:57 AM EST

Would not be surprised if Boston Legal won the category. It's brilliant TV. It's TV that says, "Let me entertain you," and then entertains you with everything it's got.

elley Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:56 AM EST

sad to see connie britton was looked over for best actress...we'll just hope she's recogonized for the golden globes.

lauren graham and kelly bishop might have been nice to see.

dave annable from brothers and sisters.

but i can't complain. because dick in a box is nominated for best original music and lyrics. which means my life is complete.

Jaime Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:56 AM EST

Lost, Lost, Lost! While I have other complaints, on the whole these are the best nominations in years. Sorry, Wire fans. I know your show is great, but I don't watch it.

Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:54 AM EST

Marnie-if there is only one spot for the strange show, then it should go to Lost. If we use the only one episode as outstanding, their finale was considered one of the best episodes all year so again it should be nominated. It is overlooked either way over Heroes or Grey's Anatomy.

Hooray for the love for Extras, hilarious show!

john Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:53 AM EST

Lost is the best major network show. It has incredible acting, and a wonderfully written story. It's 3rd season was by far it's best. Elizabeth Mitchell's snub is RIDICULOUS.

Stef Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:53 AM EST

Lauren Graham for Gilmore Girls!

Vicky Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:52 AM EST

Haha.."D**k in a Box" got an Emmy nomination for best song from a series. Now that's classic.

Elaine Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:52 AM EST

Let us not forget that Dennis Leary got a well-deserved nom.

Marnie Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:51 AM EST

Oh, sorry. and while I'll never know why they don't nominate The Wire, I'll keep watching it as long as HoBO keeps 'em coming. Same with Dexter and Rescue Me. because while the show gets a raise because of nominations. They get to keep the show ONLY if we watch. (I miss you Veronica)

Shawn Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:51 AM EST

Bad:
- No love for Friday Night Lights, Wire, Battlestar, and the Shield, seriously emmy voters - get with it.
- Boston Legal? Is that show even still on?
- Would've liked to see Rescue Me or Lost get a nod for drama series especially instead of Grey's Anatomy which I liked better when it was called ER.
- No Extras for best comedy series? Who in their right mind thinks Two and a Half Men is funnier?

Good
- Love for the Office and 30 Rock, Dennis Leary, Minnie Driver

Funny/Depressing Fact: Kathy Griffin got more nominations than the Wire.

Lala Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:51 AM EST

Friday Night Lights & The Wire. Two of the finest hours on television & no one still seems to care. It is definitely commercial appeal over quality that wins with the Emmy voters.

Shawn Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:50 AM EST

Bad:
- No love for Friday Night Lights, Wire, Battlestar, and the Shield, seriously emmy voters - get with it.
- Boston Legal? Is that show even still on?
- Would've liked to see Rescue Me or Lost get a nod for drama series especially instead of Grey's Anatomy which I liked better when it was called ER.
- No Extras for best comedy series? Who in their right mind thinks Two and a Half Men is funnier?

Good
- Love for the Office and 30 Rock, Dennis Leary, Minnie Driver

Funny/Depressing Fact: Kathy Griffin got more nominations than the Wire.

kat Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:49 AM EST

good: L. Yeah, america ferrera, jiduth light, salma hayek, ugly betty, masi oka, heroes, steve carell, jenna fischer, rainn wilson, the office, michael emerson, terry o' quinn, sandra oh, chandra wilson, katie heigl, kate burton, grey's anatomy, sally field, alec baldwin, tine fey, ricky gervais, jaime pressly, neil patrick harris, my life on the d-list (yay kathy griffin! can't wait for the episode where she b-tches about not getting the emmy again)

bad: no nominations for elizabeth mitchell, matthew fox, lost. and what the frak is 2 1/2 men doing in all those categories still? it's not even funny!

Keisha Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:49 AM EST

Junior I beg to differ. Never have i ever broken the speed limit to rush and watch the Wire on Sundays nights. There is nothing more exciting.

melissa Thu, Jul 19, 2007 at 10:48 AM EST

Kirz10 — Sure, a lot of people want to see their favorites nominated. But the concern I