International Emmy Awards 2024 Shines with Stardom and Talent
The 52nd International Emmy Awards held on November 25, 2024, at the New York Hilton Midtown showcased the brilliance of television programming from around the globe, celebrating the best performances and productions of the year. With comedian Vir Das as the host for the evening, the ceremony radiated energy as stars gathered to appreciate exceptional talent from 21 different countries.
Timothy Spall took home the accolade for Best Performance by an Actor for his riveting portrayal of Peter Farquhar in the British true crime series, The Sixth Commandment. His win adds to the accolades already bestowed upon him, including recognition at the BAFTA TV Awards earlier this year. Spall's performance has been heralded for its depth and emotional resonance, proving once again why he is considered one of the finest actors of his generation.
Meanwhile, Aokbab-Chutimon Chuengcharoensukying, the Thai sensation known for her role in Hunger, earned the title of Best Performance by an Actress. This recognition highlights her remarkable talent and adds to her growing list of accolades, including the prestigious Screen International Rising Star Asia award. Both actors were among the top contenders, showcasing their skills and passion on the international stage.
The event was marked by the U.K.'s impressive performance, leading the night with four awards spanning various categories including Best Actor, Best Documentary, Best Sports Documentary, and Best Kids Animation. The success of UK productions at such prestigious events serves to underline the country’s exceptional contributions to global television.
Spain also marked its presence with two awards, achieving victories for División Palermo—which claimed Best Comedy Series—and for the best Telenovela with La Promesa. These wins indicate the rich storytelling and captivating productions coming out of the Spanish television industry.
Among other notable wins was the French-Japanese drama series Les Gouttes de Dieu (Drops of God), which clinched the award for Best Drama Series, coming out on top against strong competitors including India’s The Night Manager. This win accentuates the collaborative spirit and creative outputs of international productions, merging distinct cultural narratives to resonate with audiences worldwide.
The ceremony not only honored talents from various genres and formats but also paid tribute to the significant artistic contributions across multiple countries, with shows nominated from Japan, Argentina, Thailand, Belgium, and Poland. Winning productions spanned diverse themes, from historical dramas to animated series, encapsulating the creativity present within international television programming.
The awards for documentary nominations saw Otto Baxter: Not A F*ing Horror Story, also from the U.K., taking the top honor, showcasing moving real-life stories through the lens of creative documentary filmmaking. Such achievements serve as reminders of the importance of storytelling both within fictional and non-fiction domains.
Among the other winners were Pianoforte for Best Arts Programming from Poland, and Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story, also from the U.K., which won for Best Sports Documentary, highlighting diverse perspectives brought forth within the sports genre. The decisions made by the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences reflect not just quality, but also the significance of representation across cultural narratives.
This year’s International Emmy Awards was not only about celebrating the wins but also recognizing the collaborative efforts of creators from different countries, emphasizing respect and admiration for television as an art form. The night concluded on with buoyant spirits as winners accepted their accolades, sharing sentiments about the unifying power of television. Bruce L. Paisner, President & CEO of the International Academy, remarked, “Television is definitely an art form bringing people from around the world together—no matter their culture or language.”
The full list of winners of the 2024 International Emmy Awards is as follows:
- Best Drama Series: Les Gouttes de Dieu (Drops of God) - France/Japan
- Best Comedy Series: División Palermo - Argentina
- Best Performance by an Actor: Timothy Spall - The Sixth Commandment (U.K.)
- Best Performance by an Actress: Aokbab-Chutimon Chuengcharoensukying - Hunger (Thailand)
- Best Documentary: Otto Baxter - Not A F*ing Horror Story (U.K.)
- Best Telenovela: La Promesa (The Vow) - Spain
- Best TV Movie / Miniseries: Dear Child (Liebes Kind) - Germany
- Kids: Animation: Tabby McTat - U.K.
- Kids: Factual: La Vida Secreta de tu Mente (The Secret Life of Your Mind) - Mexico
- Kids: Live-Action: En af Drengene (One of the Boys) - Denmark
- Best Short-Form Series: Point of No Return (Punt de no retorn) - Spain
- Best Sports Documentary: Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story - U.K.
- Best Non-Scripted Entertainment: Restaurant Misverstand - Season 2 - Belgium
- Best Arts Programming: Pianoforte - Poland
The night not only showcased the unique storytelling from different cultures but also reminded everyone present of the growing influence and significance of international television. With much talent recognized this year, fans and industry insiders alike are left eager with anticipation for what next year’s creative landscapes will bring to the television screen. The International Emmy Awards serve as both inspiration and motivation for storytellers worldwide, encouraging fresh narratives and bold artistic expressions.
