In predicting the final ceremony — of three — for the Primetime Emmys , I generally look to see if there are any clear clues from the first two largely crafts-oriented Creative Arts ceremonies . These took place over the past weekend, and for the 77th Emmys, some clear frontrunners have emerged. Based on the nomination totals, it all seems to fall in line for the shows that had the most to begin with. So let’s see how the winners’ circle is shaping up for Sunday night.

Here are my final predictions in the major categories for what, at least on paper, looks like a very predictable night. As a member of the Television Academy , this is not how I’ve necessarily voted myself, but only what I’m guessing the rest of the 26,000-strong membership might have chosen.

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