Fox leads all networks with most Emmy nominations . There were some exceptions , including Louis C.K . 's FX series ` ` Louie '' The award for best drama series looks to be a wide - open race . `` Downton Abbey '' and the History Channel 's `` Hatfields and McCoys '' both earned 16 nods . The romantic comedy ` ` Girls '' has divided both critics and viewers .
Fox leads all networks with most Emmy nominations . There were some exceptions , including Louis C.K . 's FX series ` ` Louie '' The award for best drama series looks to be a wide - open race . The romantic comedy ` ` Girls '' has divided both critics and viewers .