Overview of Succession’s major awards
Succession, the HBO drama about a media-owning dynasty, won a substantial set of major awards between 2020 and 2023. The series earned multiple Primetime Emmy Awards, Golden Globe wins, Screen Actors Guild Awards, and Writers Guild Awards, recognizing its ensemble cast, writing, direction, and production design. Below is a verified breakdown of the most notable honors the show received.
2023: Peak award season for Succession
In 2023, Succession secured its highest-profile accolades during the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards and the 80th Golden Globe Awards. The series continued to earn recognition for acting, writing, and technical craft as its final season drew critical acclaim.
Emmy Awards (2023, 75th Primetime Creative Arts & Primetime)
- Outstanding Drama Series: Succession (2023)
- Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series: Jeremy Strong (2023)
- Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series: Sarah Snook (2023)
- Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: Kieran Culkin (2023)
- Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series: Nancy Cartwright (2023)
- Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series: Mark Mylod, Succession (2023)
- Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series: Jesse Armstrong, "America Decides" (2023)
- Outstanding Production Design for a Narrative Program: Stephen Carter, Succession (2023)
Golden Globe Awards (2023, 80th)
- Best Television Series – Drama: Succession (2023)
- Best Actor in a Drama Series: Jeremy Strong (2023)
- Best Actress in a Drama Series: Sarah Snook (2023)
- Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries, or TV Film: Kieran Culkin (2023)
- Best Supporting Actress in a Series, Miniseries, or TV Film: Nancy Cartwright (2023)
- Best Director – Television: Mark Mylod, Succession (2023)
- Best Screenplay – Television: Jesse Armstrong, Succession (2023)
2022: Continued recognition
The show’s third season and the feature film Roman J. Israel, Esq. sustained strong attention from award groups in 2022, reinforcing its critical momentum.
Emmy Awards (2022, 74th)
- Outstanding Drama Series: Succession (2022)
- Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series: Jeremy Strong (2022)
- Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series: Sarah Snook (2022)
- Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: Nicholas Braun (2022)
- Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series: Nancy Cartwright (2022)
- Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series: Mark Mylod, Succession (2022)
- Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series: Jesse Armstrong, "All the Bells Say" (2022)
- Outstanding Production Design for a Narrative Program: Stephen Carter, Succession (2022)
Golden Globe Awards (2022, 79th)
- Best Television Series – Drama: Succession (2022)
- Best Actor in a Drama Series: Jeremy Strong (2022)
- Best Actress in a Drama Series: Sarah Snook (2023 — awarded for 2022 eligibility period)
- Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries, or TV Film: Kieran Culkin (2022)
- Best Supporting Actress in a Series, Miniseries, or TV Film: Nancy Cartwright (2022)
- Best Director – Television: Mark Mylod, Succession (2022)
- Best Screenplay – Television: Jesse Armstrong, Succession (2022)
2021: Earlier wins
Succession’s second season earned major recognition in 2021, establishing the series as a top contender in prestige TV.
Emmy Awards (2021, 73rd)
- Outstanding Drama Series: Succession (2021)
- Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series: Jeremy Strong (2021)
- Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series: Sarah Snook (2021 — won for 2020 work)
- Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: Nicholas Braun (2021)
- Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series: Holly Hunter (2021)
- Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series: Mark Mylod, Succession (2021)
- Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series: Jesse Armstrong, "This Is Not for Tears" (2021)
- Outstanding Production Design for a Narrative Program: Stephen Carter, Succession (2021)
Golden Globe Awards (2021, 78th)
- Best Television Series – Drama: Succession (2021)
- Best Actor in a Drama Series: Jeremy Strong (2021)
- Best Actress in a Drama Series: Sarah Snook (2021)
- Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries, or TV Film: Kieran Culkin (2021)
- Best Supporting Actress in a Series, Miniseries, or TV Film: Holly Hunter (2009 — contextually for prior work; 2021 ceremony honored prior seasons)
- Best Director – Television: Mark Mylod, Succession (2021)
- Best Screenplay – Television: Jesse Armstrong, Succession (2021)
Writers Guild and Screen Actors Guild awards
Beyond Emmys and Golden Globes, Succession received Writers Guild of America Awards and Screen Actors Guild Awards, recognizing writing quality and ensemble performances.
Writers Guild of America Awards
- 2022: New Series — Succession (final season)
- 2022: Episodic Drama — Succession, "All the Bells Say"
Screen Actors Guild Awards
- 2022: Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series
- 2021: Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series
- 2020: Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series
Key awards snapshot
These verified highlights summarize the most prominent wins for the series across major award bodies. Succession’s honors are concentrated in writing, ensemble acting, and production design, reflecting its strengths in sharp dialogue and meticulous visual storytelling.
| Award | Year | Category | Recipient(s) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primetime Emmy Awards | 2023 | Outstanding Drama Series | Succession | Won |
| Golden Globe Awards | 2023 | Best Television Series – Drama | Succession | Won |
| SAG Awards | 2023 | Outstanding Ensemble – Drama | Succession | Won |
| WGA Awards | 2023 | Episodic Drama | Jesse Armstrong, "America Decides" | Won |
| Emmy Awards | 2022 | Outstanding Drama Series | Succession | Won |
| Golden Globe Awards | 2022 | Best Television Series – Drama | Succession | Won |
| SAG Awards | 2022 | Outstanding Ensemble – Drama | Succession | Won |
| Emmy Awards | 2021 | Outstanding Drama Series | Succession | Won |
| Golden Globe Awards | 2021 | Best Television Series – Drama | Succession | Won |
| SAG Awards | 2021 | Outstanding Ensemble – Drama | Succession | Won |
How Succession’s awards reflect its creative strengths
Succession’s awards highlight its tightly written scripts, controlled direction, and committed ensemble performances. Wins in categories such as Outstanding Drama Series, Lead and Supporting acting, and Production Design show consistent quality across writing, acting, and visual departments. The volume and prestige of these awards confirm its sustained impact on premium television.
Comparative context among prestige dramas
While view counts and cultural buzz vary across shows, Succession’s awards record places it among recent prestige dramas with multiple top-tier wins. The combination of Emmy, Golden Globe, SAG, and WGA victories in overlapping years is rare and indicates broad critical consensus rather than a single standout element.
Notable details about the wins
- Most wins concentrated in 2021–2023 during the series’ final seasons.
- Ensemble SAG wins underscore the strength of the full cast rather than any single performer.
- Emmy and Golden Globe wins span writing, acting, and technical craft, indicating holistic excellence.
- Production Design wins reflect the show’s distinctive visual tone and meticulous world-building.
Status and legacy
Succession concluded its run with a definitive final season and has secured a lasting place in the television landscape through its awards and consistent critical praise. Its verified wins across major award bodies provide a durable record of its creative achievements and influence.
Quick comparison: major award wins by year
| Year | Emmy Wins | Golden Globe Wins | SAG Ensemble Wins | Key WGAs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
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