In a remarkable showing at the 2nd annual Children’s and Family Emmy Awards, Apple TV+ clinched five awards, demonstrating its creative prowess in the children’s and family entertainment sector.
The platform was in the running with 27 nominations, facing formidable rivals such as Netflix, Disney+, and HBO Max.
However, its unique casting choices and artistic direction helped it shine brightly in this competitive landscape.
The awards ceremony was a significant event, with notable mentions in a report by Deadline. Sesame Street and Netflix’s Lost Ollie each took home five awards, indicating the high level of competition. Notably, Lost Ollie shared one of its wins with Apple TV+’s Jane, illustrating the close race for accolades in this genre.
Apple TV+ proudly claimed the following awards:
- Outstanding Writing for a Young Teen Program: Life By Ella
- Outstanding Younger Voice Performance in a Preschool, Children’s or Young Teen Program: Maria Nash for Pinecone in Pinecone & Pony
- Outstanding Individual Achievement in Animation: Ellen Coons for Shape Island
- Outstanding Visual Effects for a Live Action Program: Jane
- Outstanding Casting for a Live Action Program: Best Foot Forward
These victories mark a significant milestone for Apple TV+, bringing its total to an impressive 420 wins and 1,730 award nominations.
As the awards season is just beginning, it is anticipated that Apple TV+ will continue to garner recognition and acclaim in the weeks to come.