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Who Will Win Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series at the 2024 Emmys?

Who Will Win Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series at the 2024 Emmys?

Following 81 lead actor drama submissions, six nominees were chosen for the category Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards.

The prestigious event will be hosted on September 15, 2024, and celebrates much more than high-quality TV shows. It shines a spotlight on specific actors and actresses, ensuring they receive the acclaim they deserve.

It is hard to deny there are some strong contenders for the sought-after award this year, such as Gary Oldman, Dominic West, and Walton Goggins, to name a few nominees.

So, who will win Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series at the 2024 Emmy Awards? Continue reading for help making an accurate prediction.

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Who Are the Nominees for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series?

Acting heavyweights and rising stars have earned nominations for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series, which Tony Hale and Sheryl Lee Ralph announced on July 17, 2024.

The nominees are:

  • Hiroyuki Sanada – Shōgun (FX)
  • Donald Glover – & Mrs. Smith (Prime Video)
  • Gary Oldman – Slow Horses (AppleTV+)
  • Dominic West – The Crown (Netflix)
  • Walton Goggins – Fallout (Prime Video)
  • Idris Elba – Hijack (AppleTV+)

Who is Likely to Win Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series?

It is hard to predict who will win the award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series at this year’s Emmy Awards, as each offered exceptional performances.

Shōgun has earned a total of 25 nominations at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards. As voters tend to stick to voting for one or two specific shows, it’s possible the hit FX series could dominate the event, giving the Outstanding Lead Actor award to Hiroyuki Sanada.

However, it wouldn’t be surprising to many TV fans if Gary Oldman’s performance in Slow Horses stood in the way of the Japanese TV show sweeping up.

Deemed by many as one of the finest actors of his generation, Oldman could walk away with the award this year.

It would be rude to rule out other nominees in the category. For instance, Dominic West is no stranger to winning awards, receiving a Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Television Series Drama in 2015.

His portrayal as Charles, Prince of Wales, in the final season of The Crown earned the English actor much critical acclaim, putting him in strong contention for the award this September.

Also, lead actors from Apple TV+ most popular shows have earned nominations, meaning Donald Glover, Walton Goggins, or Idris Elba may soon deliver an acceptance speech.

Find out who will win the award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series by tuning into ABC to watch the Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at 5:00 PM PT / 8:00 PM ET.

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