'The Pitt' and 'Widow's Bay' among favorites ahead of 78th Emmy Awards

The 78th Emmy Awards are set to take place on Monday night at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. "The Pitt" will be looking to establish itself among television's elite, while "Widow's Bay" is expected to make waves at the ceremony with its record-breaking eight wins from previous award shows. Host Mariska Hargitay, a three-time Emmy winner known for "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," will welcome guests to the peacock blue carpet, commemorating the network's 100th anniversary.

The telecast will also honor the 30th anniversary of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and the 50th anniversary of "Charlie's Angels," with presenters including cast members. The awards will be broadcast live on NBC and streaming live on Peacock at 8 p.m. Eastern, 5 p.m. Pacific. Live coverage will begin with "Live from E!: Countdown to the Emmys" on YouTube and Peacock at 5 p.m. Eastern, 2 p.m. Pacific, featuring celebrity arrivals.

"The Pitt" and "Widow's Bay" will vie for top prizes, with the former having a stronger chance of securing all three categories, including a potential third win for star Noah Wyle. "Hacks" has the most nominations for any comedy, and star Jean Smart is almost guaranteed to win best actress in a comedy for the fifth time. However, "Widow's Bay" could potentially break the record for most Emmys won by a comedy in a single season, set last year by "The Studio."

Other contenders include Rhea Seehorn, Harrison Ford, and Zendaya, who could all potentially win their first Emmys at the ceremony.