The 2016 Emmy nominations were announced Thursday morning, and as always, there were snubs and surprises aplenty. From “Master of None” and “The Americans” picking up their first nominations, to “The Good Wife” and “Girls” being left out, here are some of the day’s biggest shockers.
Surprise: “The Americans”
After three seasons as a critical and cult darling, “The Americans” finally broke through the Emmy barrier with three major nominations, for Best Drama Series, Best Actor for Matthew Rhys and Best Actress for Keri Russell.
Snub: “The Good Wife”
Perennial Emmy favorite “The Good Wife” went out with a whimper as it got no nominations in major categories, including for Julianna Margulies, who was shut out of the Best Drama Actress race after winning twice before for her role as Alicia Florrick.