The 2024 Emmy Awards have officially announcedan esteemed list of nominees, and it’s already a historic period for the long-running Award show. Several of the nominated shows have surpassed incredible records, such asThe Bearbeating out30 Rockto become the most nominated comedy series in a single year. CallingThe Beara “comedy” might be a bit of a stretch, but it’s still a show that’s well worth being nominated.
The Best Comedy category is the big talk of the 2024 Emmys, with eight stellar shows nominated for the top prize. They range from original laugh riots to classic Emmy regulars and so much more. Still, the question remains of where one can watch these amazing shows. Thankfully, every single one is available to stream online, and we’ll tell you which services you need right here.
‘Abbott Elementary’
Quinta Brunson
Quinta Brunson, Tyler James Williams, Janelle James, Lisa Ann Walter, Chris Perfetti, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and William Stanford Davis
What do you get when you combineThe Officewith the public education system? You get one ofthe best sitcoms in recent years, asQuinta Brunson’sAbbott Elementaryis nothing short of brilliant. The already four-time Emmy-winning show centers around the staff of the titular Philadelphia-based school, as they deal with various obstacles in their own lives all while they teach and care for the next generation. At the center of most of these plotlines is Janine Teagues (Brunson), whose happy-go-lucky, can-do attitude makes her the perfect main protagonist for a beloved and lighthearted series.
The first three seasons ofAbbott Elementaryare currently available to stream on Hulu.
Abbott Elementary
A workplace comedy centered around a group of dedicated teachers - and an oblivious principal - in a Philadelphia public school where, despite the odds stacked against them, they are determined to help their students succeed in life.
Watch on Hulu
‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’
(2000-2024)
Larry David
Larry David, Cheryl Hines, Jeff Garlin, Susie Essman, J.B. Smoove, Richard Lewis, and Ted Danson
2024 was the year when we finally said goodbye toCurb Your Enthusiasm- one of HBO’s longest-running shows. The brainchild of one of the funniest people on television,Larry David, the show centers around an exaggerated version ofSeinfeld’sco-creator. In the twelfth and reportedly final season, the legendary curmudgeon is facing jail time, and he’ll use just about every trick in the book to try and get out of it.
All twelve seasons ofCurb Your Enthusiasmare available to stream on Max.
Curb Your Enthusiasm
The life and times of Larry David and the predicaments he gets himself into with his friends and complete strangers.
Watch on Max
Lucia Aniello, Pal W. Downs, and Jen Statsky
Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Mark Indelicato, Paul W. Downs, Megan Stalter, Rose Abdoo, Christopher McDonald, and Kaitlin Olson
Comedy might be the core of the narrative ofHacks, but there’s something much more dramatic lurking in the series. The star of the show’s spotlight is Deborah Vance (Jean Smart), who is a legendary comedian in the entertainment capital of Las Vegas. As her popularity begins to fade, Vance becomes an unlikely mentor to young comedic writer Ava Daniels (Hannah Einbinder). Only time will tell iftheir partnership will flourish and thrive or if one will try to overtake the other for fame and glory.
The first three seasons ofHacksare available to stream on Max.
Explores a dark mentorship that forms between Deborah Vance, a legendary Las Vegas comedian, and an entitled, outcast 25-year-old.
‘Only Murders in the Building’
John Hoffman and Steve Martin
Steve Martin, Martin Short, Selena Gomez, Michael Cyril Creighton, Paul Rudd, Tina Fey, Jason Veasey, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, and Meryl Streep
Hulu leads the nominations in the Outstanding Comedy Series category, with yet another nominated show beingOnly Murders in the Building. Co-created by comedic iconSteve Martin, the show follows the unlikely trio of a struggling actor (Steve Martin), an enthusiastic stage director (Martin Short), and a struggling artist and outcast (Selena Gomez) as they create a true-crime podcast when bodies begin appearing in their lavish New York apartment complex. The latest season sees the trio investigate the murder of a beloved actor (Paul Rudd), and now the team is continuing the entertainment industry theme in the upcoming fourth season, where they’ll finally go beyond the building into the land of Hollywood.
The first three seasons ofOnly Murders in the Buildingare available to stream on Hulu.
Only Murders in the Building
Three strangers in a New York City apartment building bond over their shared interest in true crime and form an unlikely team to investigate a suspicious death in their complex. Their amateur sleuthing quickly evolves into a thrilling quest as they navigate secrets, lies, and unexpected twists.
‘Palm Royale’
Abe Sylvia
Kristen Wiig, Ricky Martin, Josh Lucas, Leslie Bibb, Amber Chardae Robinson, Laura Dern, Allison Janney, Carol Burnett, and Kaia Gerber
A satirical look into high society,Palm Royaleis one of the many breakout hits of 2024. Set in the year 1969, a young woman named Maxine Simmons (Kristen Wiig) generates a keen obsession with joining the lavish country club of Palm Beach. She may have a strong desire to join the exclusive club, but she’ll soon learn that achieving this goal will result in her losing much of what makes Maxine who she is.Palm Royalealso made Emmy history with the new list of nominations, astelevision legendCarol Burnettbecame the oldest woman to receive an acting nomination.
Season 1 ofPalm Royaleis available to stream on Apple TV+.
Palm Royale
Amidst the opulence of 1960s high society, a select group of women compete fiercely for a prestigious place in an exclusive social circle. The series delves into their lives, highlighting the personal sacrifices and moral compromises they make in pursuit of status and recognition. As tensions rise and secrets unfold, the characters find themselves entangled in a web of ambition, rivalry, and intrigue. The story captures the essence of an era defined by its luxurious facade and the complex, often turbulent lives of those striving to climb the social hierarchy.
Watch on Apple TV+
‘Reservation Dogs’
(2021-2023)
Sterlin Harjo and Taika Waititi
D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, Devery Jacobs, Paulina Alexis, Lane Factor, Elva Guerra, Sarah Podemski, Lil Mike, Funny Bone, and Zahn McClarnon
Another series that recently had its final season,Reservation Dogsis a hysterical coming of age story that is vastly different from similar concepts. The hit show takes place on a Native American reservation in Oklahoma, where a ragtag group of teenagers tries to make ends meet in their hometown. Their experience isn’t entirely without ups and downs, but they ultimately have each other’s backs no matter what.
All three seasons ofReservation Dogsare available to stream on Hulu.
Reservation Dogs
‘The Bear’
Christopher Storer
Jeremy Allen White, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Ayo Edebiri, Lionel Boyce, Liza Colón-Zayas, Abby Elliott, Matty Matheson, Edwin Lee Gibson, Corey Hendrix, Oliver Platt, Molly Gordon, and Jamie Lee Curtis
While Season 3 may not have been quite the home run as it’s predecessor, the currently nominated Season 2 ofThe Bearreally is something else. A show that manages to be both the most stressful and heartwarming you will ever watch, the story ofThe Bearrevolves around an executive chef (Jeremy Allen White) trying to prove himself in the culinary world. The Season 2 episode titled “Fishes,” which provides a flashback for many of the show’s key characters, could very well be one of the most riveting episodes of television ever created.
The first three seasons ofThe Bearare available to stream on Hulu.
Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto, a young chef from the fine dining world, returns to Chicago to run his family’s sandwich shop after a tragedy. As he navigates the chaotic environment of the small kitchen, Carmy must manage the struggles of turning around the failing business while dealing with his own grief and personal demons. The series dives deep into the intense world of culinary arts, highlighting the challenges of running a restaurant, the bonds formed among staff, and the relentless pursuit of perfection.
‘What We Do in the Shadows’
(2019-2024)
Jemaine Clement
Kayvan Novak, Matt Berry, Natasia Demetriou, Harvey Guillén, Mark Proksch, Kristen Schaal, Anthony Atamanuik, and Doug Jones
The signature mockumentary brand of horror comedy thatWhat We Do in the Shadowswill becoming to an end later this year. Based on the cult-favorite film of the same name (which was one of the first big success stories ofJemaine ClementandTaika Waititi), the show sees a camera crew following a group of vampires living in New York City. Much of this tale comes from the perspective of their familiar human, Guillermo (Harvey Guillén), who dreams of becoming a vampire.
The first five seasons ofWhat We Do in the Shadowsare available to stream on Hulu.
What We Do in the Shadows
What We Do in the Shadowsoffers a comedic glimpse into the nightly lives of four vampire roommates—Nandor, Laszlo, Nadja, and energy vampire Colin Robinson—residing in Staten Island. Alongside their human familiar, Guillermo, they navigate modern challenges like paying rent, attending social events, and dealing with supernatural politics, all while maintaining their centuries-old habits.
