International Emmy Awards

International Emmy Awards
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Name	International Emmy Awards
Current awards	International Emmy Awards 2023
Description	Excellence in television programming produced outside the United States
Presenter	International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences
Country	United States
Year	1973
Website	https://www.iemmys.tv/

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History
Categories
Nomination and Selection Process
Winners
Ceremony
International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences

International Emmy Awards. The International Emmy Awards are a set of accolades presented by the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (IATAS) to recognize excellence in television programming produced and initially aired outside the United States. First awarded in 1973, they serve as the global counterpart to the Primetime Emmy Awards administered by the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. The awards celebrate outstanding achievements in various genres, including drama, comedy, documentary, arts programming, and performance categories, highlighting the diversity and quality of television content from around the world.

History

The awards were established in 1973, evolving from the International Council of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. The inaugural ceremony was held at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel, with early winners including programs from the United Kingdom, Japan, and Canada. Over the decades, the event has grown in prestige, mirroring the expansion of the global television industry and the rise of international co-productions. Key milestones include the introduction of performance categories in 2005 and the creation of the International Emmy Kids Awards in 2013. The awards have consistently reflected television trends, from the rise of telenovelas in the 1990s to the recent global impact of streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.

Nomination and Selection Process

Eligibility requires that programs be produced mainly outside the U.S. and have had their first broadcast, transmission, or commercial streaming release within the previous year. Submissions are made by broadcasters, production companies, and distributors, often through national organizing bodies like the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television or the British Academy of Television Arts & Crafts. Entries are initially vetted for compliance before being reviewed by juries composed of IATAS members and industry professionals from around the world. These juries, meeting in locations such as New York City, London, and Los Angeles, select nominees and, in a second round, winners through a confidential voting process.

Winners

The United Kingdom has historically been the most awarded nation, with major winners including dramas like The Street and Utopia. Brazil is a dominant force in the telenovela category, with successes like India, a Love Story. Other frequent winners hail from Argentina, Mexico, Germany, France, and South Korea, the latter gaining prominence with shows like Squid Game before its U.S. Emmy success. Notable individual performers honored include Christopher Eccleston, Julie Walters, and Fernanda Montenegro. In 2023, the drama award went to the British series The Devil's Hour.

Ceremony

The annual gala ceremony is traditionally held in late November at the New York Hilton Midtown in Manhattan. Hosted by prominent figures from international television, such as John Oliver or Maz Jobrani, the event is attended by nominees, IATAS members, and industry executives. The ceremony features presentations of all competitive awards, alongside honorary awards like the International Emmy Directorate Award. Key moments often include speeches highlighting global creative collaboration and the cultural impact of television. The event is followed by a reception and is covered by international media, including BBC and Variety.

International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences

The International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences is a membership-based organization founded in 1969, with its headquarters in New York City. It operates under the leadership of a Board of Directors and a President, with current management including figures like Bruce L. Paisner. The Academy's mission is to recognize excellence in global television and foster cultural exchange. Its membership comprises over 700 media and entertainment professionals from more than 60 countries, including executives from BBC, Globo, and Fuji Television. Beyond administering the awards, the IATAS organizes the International Emmy Awards World Television Festival and various panel discussions and networking forums throughout the year.

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