Epic Triumphs: 'Shogun' and 'Hacks' Steal the Show at the Emmys

The Emmy Awards celebrated television's best, with 'Shogun' winning best drama and 'Hacks' unexpectedly taking best comedy. 'The Bear' secured three acting awards, while Netflix's 'Baby Reindeer' won best limited series. Stars like Jean Smart and Liza Colón-Zayas shone brightly during the gala event hosted by Eugene and Dan Levy.

Historical epic 'Shogun' clinched the prestigious best drama award at the Emmy Awards on Sunday, while 'Hacks' upset favorite 'The Bear' to win best comedy, in a night that celebrated the creme de la creme of television. 'Shogun,' a sweeping narrative of 17th-century Japan's political intricacies, also won acting awards for Japanese stars Hiroyuki Sanada and Anna Sawai.

'Hacks,' centered on a cross-generational duo of comedians, surprised everyone by winning best comedy series, a category many believed was nearly guaranteed for the second season of 'The Bear.' Netflix's 'Baby Reindeer,' a chilling tale of a bartender stalked by a customer, was crowned best limited series.

'The Bear' didn't go home empty-handed though—securing three of the four comedy acting awards. Jeremy Allen White and Ebon Moss-Bachrach took home their second consecutive Emmys for comedy actor and supporting actor, respectively. Liza Colón-Zayas won best supporting comedy actress, beating legends like Meryl Streep and Carol Burnett. Jean Smart, with a standing ovation, celebrated her third Emmy for 'Hacks.' Hosts Eugene and Dan Levy provided comic relief throughout Hollywood's big night.

(With inputs from agencies.)