‘Emmys Watch 2025’ showcases critical responses to the series nominated for Outstanding Drama, Outstanding Comedy, and Outstanding Limited Series at that 77th Primetime Emmy Awards. Contributions to this theme explore critical understandings of some series nominated in these categories. This piece explores the industrial reflexivity and satirical industry critique of the Apple TV+ comedy series The Studio, placing it within a surge of media about media. It argues for a “comedy verité” style in the post-network era that contrasts with traditional network sitcoms’ canned humor.