Given the nature of television these days, Emmy season often feels endless.
But the 2019 Emmys could have an impact that actually lasts for years to come.
With long-running winners like “Game of Thrones” and “Veep” submitting their final seasons, and a mass exodus of favorited dramas resulting in a slew of open slots, this is the year when shows with awards potential need to capitalize.
And if young series get in now, they could hold down a spot for the foreseeable future.Enter Netflix.
With more than 40 programs on the ballot in the three major categories — drama, comedy, and limited series — the streaming giant has a blessing few competitors share: choice.
Instead of backing the one or two obvious contenders in its slate, Netflix can choose which series have the best odds to get nominated — now, as well as in the future — and focus their energy accordingly.That being said,
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