The 2025 Emmys are around the corner
Have your predictions all picked out? The 2025 Primetime Emmy Awards are airing live on Sunday, September 14 on CBS. You can also watch the ceremony live on Paramount+ if you’ve long since ditched cable.
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Watch the 2025 Primetime Emmy Awards on CBS
The Emmys broadcast rights change hands every year, but this year the Primetime Emmy Awards are on CBS.
There are lots of ways to watch live CBS
Most traditional (cable and satellite) TV providers and live TV streaming services carry CBS. We recommend DISH Network for traditional TV providers and YouTube TV for streaming.
Another way to watch the Primetime Emmys without cable is with an over-the-air (OTA) TV antenna. They’re affordable ($25–$60), easy to install, and they’ll pick up your local CBS affiliate and many other live TV channels.
Watch the Primetime Emmys for free, without cable
Some live TV streaming services offer free trials that allow you to watch the Emmys for free with little setup and minimal commitment.
Of course, if something prevents you from watching the Primetime Emmys live, you can stream the festivities free on demand—after the fact, of course—on the Emmys website. Just sign up for a free account, and you’re all set.
Live TV streaming service free trials
| Streaming service | Free trial |
|---|---|
| DIRECTV STREAM | 5 days |
| fuboTV | 7 days |
| Hulu + Live TV | Varies |
| Philo | 7 days |
| YouTube TV | Varies |
Stream the Primetime Emmys without CBS
Most awards shows are also available on streaming service, and the Primetime Emmys are no exception. You can also watch it live on Paramount+.
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Primetime Emmys FAQ
What time are the Primetime Emmy Awards on?
The Primetime Emmys are on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET on CBS.
Who is hosting the Emmys in 2025?
Stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze is hosting this year's Emmy Awards.
Is there a difference between an Emmy and Primetime Emmy?
“Emmy” is a general term for any award given by the Television Academy. The awards are divided up into several categories; what most people think of as the Emmys are actually the Primetime Emmys. Other categories include the Daytime Emmys, Sports Emmys, Children’s and Family Emmys, and Creative Arts Emmys.
