International Emmy Awards 2025: Global Television Celebrated in New York
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The 53rd edition of the International Emmy Awards is underway in New York City, recognizing excellence in television programming and performance from around the globe. The ceremony, taking place on Monday, November 24, highlights artistic and technical achievements beyond the United States, with a particularly diverse field of nominees this year.
The International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences has nominated 64 productions across 16 categories, representing content originating from 26 different countries. This broad international representation signals a highly competitive event, showcasing the growing global landscape of television.
Global Representation at the Forefront
The United Kingdom leads the nominations with 12 mentions, demonstrating its continued strength in television production. Brazil follows closely with 8 nominations, while South Africa has secured 4. Notably, Ecuador is represented through the Eugenio Derbez-produced comedy series, And they arrived at night (They Came at Night), with Ecuadorian directors Jorge Ulloa and Alejo Chauvin contributing as director of two episodes and director of photography, respectively.
This year’s gala is being hosted by television personalities Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, promising a dynamic and elegant ceremony. According to organizers, the event is designed to deliver a memorable experience for global television audiences.
Key Winners Announced
Several winners have already been announced, showcasing the breadth of talent recognized by the International Emmy Awards:
- Best Artistic Programming: Ryuichi Sakamoto: Last Days, produced by NHK (Japanese Broadcasting Corporation).
- Best Female Performance: Anna Maxwell Martin for Until I Kill You, produced by World Productions (UK).
- Best Short Form Series: The Mediator, produced by KOTV (Canada).
- Emmy News Award: Dispatch: Kill Zone: Inside Gaza, produced by Basement Films (UK).
- Best Sports Documentary: It’s all over: The kiss that changed Spanish football, produced by Netflix Documentary / You First Originals Production.
- News Emmy Award: Gaza, Search For Life, produced by Al Jazeera’s Arab Programs Directorate.
Recognizing Industry Leaders
Beyond recognizing outstanding programming, the International Emmy Awards also honor significant contributions to the television industry. Dana Walden, chairwoman of Disney Entertainment, will receive the 2025 International Emmy Founders Award for her transformative impact on media and entertainment. João Roberto Marinho, president of Grupo Globo, will be awarded the International Emmy Directing Award in recognition of his leadership during Grupo Globo’s centenary and TV Globo’s 60th anniversary.
The International Emmy Awards 2025 are taking place in New York, solidifying the city’s position as a global hub for television excellence.
