Every now and then theEmmyswill surprise us just by having asurprise.
Obviously enough of them had, and those in individual branches had as well.
At the very least, it is races like this that make the Emmys seem fresh and relevant again.

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The same would go for Drama Series, whereit clearly is HBOs worldand we only live in it.
Netflix now is the early front-runner with the excellentBeeforDahmer Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Storywith 13 noms each.
Sometimes the little guys win.

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Suddenly this isnt such a throwaway category for Emmy watchers.
This was designed to spread the wealth, but the results were mixed.
Otherwise, there is a variety of shows to choose from, not just one or two.
Speculation aboutwhenthey would take place is rampant.
Hopefully the Emmys take place before the Oscars.