HBO Max had a triumphant night at the 2025 Emmy Awards, scoring a surprising win for Outstanding Drama Series with "The Pitt." HBO Chairman and CEO Casey Bloys spoke with Deadline following the ceremony, reflecting on the victories and offering updates on numerous upcoming HBO and HBO Max projects.
"The Pitt's" win was particularly significant, Bloys noted, highlighting its unique production model: a 15-episode season with a rapid turnaround, delivering new content annually. This model, he revealed, is being replicated for several upcoming series, underscoring HBO's commitment to innovative storytelling and consistent release schedules. Season 2 of "The Pitt" is set to premiere in January 2026, building on the momentum of its Emmy-winning first season.
While celebrating "The Pitt's" success, which included wins for lead and supporting actors, Bloys also acknowledged other Emmy wins, including the recognition of Jeff Hiller for "Somebody Somewhere" and Hannah Einbinder for "Hacks." He touched upon the unexpected Emmy snubs, such as Colin Farrell's loss for "The Penguin" and "The White Lotus'" shutout in supporting actor/actress categories, attributing the latter to the show's overwhelming success and numerous nominations.
Bloys addressed persistent questions about HBO's future, emphasizing the network's ongoing strength and consistent success in major scripted categories over the past decade. He directly challenged the recurring narrative of HBO's decline, pointing to 21 years of continued success and a diverse portfolio of award-winning shows across various genres. This year's wins extended beyond scripted programming, with accolades for documentaries like "100 Foot Wave" and "Pee-wee As Himself."
In terms of upcoming projects, Bloys confirmed "The White Lotus'" fourth season will be set in France, though specific locations are still under consideration. He alluded to ongoing negotiations with Nicolas Cage for "True Detective" season 5 and offered updates on the release timelines for several other shows. "House of the Dragon" is expected to return in early summer 2026, while "A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" and "Industry" season 4 will debut in January 2026. "Euphoria" season 3 is targeted for a spring 2026 release, and the highly anticipated "Stuart Fails To Save The Universe" is slated for release in 2026. The "Harry Potter" series, however, will not arrive until 2027.
The future of "Hacks" remains uncertain beyond its confirmed fifth season, with Bloys emphasizing that the final decision rests with the show's creators. Similarly, the fate of "Euphoria" beyond its upcoming third season remains open-ended, given the complexities of scheduling its star-studded cast. Bloys also confirmed that "Big Little Lies" is set to return for a long-awaited third season. Finally, he provided an update on "The Rehearsal," stating that creator Nathan Fielder is developing new ideas for a potential third season, promising its return when the time is right. The conversation concluded with Bloys expressing optimism for HBO's 2026 Emmy contention, citing several strong returning and new series that are poised for success.
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Originally published at: https://deadline.com/2025/09/hbo-casey-bloys-emmy-interview-the-pitt-white-lotus-2026-1236533871/
