Timothy Spall Wins Best Actor at 2024 International Emmys, Indian Entry Falls Short

The 52nd International Emmy Awards took place on November 25, 2024, at the Hilton Midtown Hotel in New York City. This prestigious event recognized outstanding global television programming, showcasing the best of international talent, drama, comedy, and more. Hosted by Indian comedian-actor Vir Das, the ceremony followed his own win at the 2023 International Emmy and celebrated a wide range of categories.

Notable Winners of the 2024 International Emmy Awards

The evening saw significant victories across various categories. The Best Performance by an Actor award was presented to Timothy Spall for his role in The Sixth Commandment (UK), while the Best Performance by an Actress accolade went to Aokbab-Chutimon Chuengcharoensukying for her work in Hunger (Thailand). These performances were recognized for their powerful impact and exceptional delivery in both drama and film.

In terms of comedy, División Palermo, an Argentine series, took home the top prize, while the Best Drama Series award went to Les Gouttes de Dieu (Drops of God), a French-Japanese drama series that captured the hearts of audiences worldwide.

Other Key Winners at the 2024 International Emmy Awards

• Best Documentary: Otto Baxter: Not a Fing Horror Story** (UK)

• Best Non-Scripted Entertainment: Restaurant Misverstand (Belgium)

• Best Short-Form Series: Punt de no Retorn (Point of no Return) (Spain)

• Best Sports Documentary: Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story (UK)

• Best Telenovela: La Promesa (The Vow) (Spain)

• Best TV Movie/Mini-Series: Liebes Kind (Dear Child) (Germany)

• Best Kids Animation: Tabby McTat (UK)

• Best Kids Factual: La Vida Secreta de tu Mente (The Secret Life of Your Mind) (Mexico)

• Best Kids Live-Action: En af Drengene (One of the Boys) (Denmark)

India's Entry Misses Out: The Night Manager

India's The Night Manager, which was nominated in the Best Drama Series category, did not win this year. The series, which starred Aditya Roy Kapur, Anil Kapoor, and Sobhita Dhulipala, was the country's sole entry across the 14 categories at the event. Despite the loss, the nomination itself marked a significant milestone for India's presence on the global stage.

UK's Dominance at the International Emmys

The United Kingdom continued its dominance at the International Emmy Awards, securing four awards this year. Among the notable wins were Best Performance by an Actor (Timothy Spall) and Best Documentary (Otto Baxter: Not a Fing Horror Story**). The UK’s strong showing highlighted the country’s ongoing contribution to global television, particularly in drama and documentary genres.

Conclusion: A Night of International Television Excellence

The 52nd International Emmy Awards showcased the growing influence of global television, with a wide range of countries and genres represented. From the dynamic performances of Timothy Spall and Aokbab-Chutimon Chuengcharoensukying to the groundbreaking storytelling of Les Gouttes de Dieu and División Palermo, the event celebrated the diverse and evolving landscape of international television. Although India’s The Night Manager did not take home the award, the night was a testament to the global recognition of talented creators and performers worldwide.