Primetime Emmy Awards 2025: Will Cate Blanchett Win Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series?
Primetime Emmy Awards 2025: Will Cate Blanchett Win Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series?
The Primetime Emmy Awards will return to the Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025, promising its audience and viewers at home with many prestigious awards, guest presenters, and unmissable entertainment.
One of the most sought-after awards of the night is Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series, and five exceptional nominees are in the running for the accolade this year.
As two-time Oscar winner Cate Blanchett has earned a nod in the category, many believe she is worthy of the accolade for her exceptional performance as Catherine Ravenscroft in Disclaimer.
Yet, she’s up against some stiff competition in the category, which might prevent her from adding her first Emmy to her trophy cabinet.
Read on to learn if Cate Blanchett is likely to win Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards.
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Emmy 2025 Limited Series Actress Predictions
| # | Bet Options | Chance to Win | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Implied Projected Winner Michelle Williams - Dying for Sex Wins - Yes | 16.94% | ||
| Implied Projected Winner Cristin Milioti - The Penguin Wins - Yes | 6.21% | ||
| Implied Projected Winner Rashida Jones - Black Mirror Wins - Yes | 3.79% |
BEO Betting odds are showing Michelle Williams (Dying for Sex) is most likely to win Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series at the Primetime Emmy Awards 2025 ::: Discover the latest Bet Entertainment Odds predictions for this market.
The 2025 Nominees
Take a look at the 2025 nominees for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series at the 2025 Primetime Emmy Awards:
- Cate Blanchett – Disclaimer
- Rashida Jones – Black Mirror
- Michelle Williams – Dying for Sex
- Meghann Fahy – Sirens
- Cristin Milioti – The Penguin
Cate Blanchett is a Dark Horse in the Race
Cate Blanchett has scooped up multiple awards at various prestigious ceremonies throughout her career, including four Golden Globes, three SAG Awards, and two Academy Awards. However, she has yet to add a Primetime Emmy to her extensive trophy cabinet.
She came close to accepting the honor in 2020, as she received a nod for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series for her portrayal of Phyllis Schlafly in Mrs. America.
While she lost out to Regina King for The Watchmen, she has another opportunity to win this year, as she has received a nomination in the category for her standout performance as a journalist attempting to protect a hidden secret in Disclaimer.
Many critics praised Blanchett’s performance in the acclaimed series. For instance, Mini Anthikad-Chhibber from The Hindu wrote, “Cate Blanchett and Kevin Kline are luminescent in Alfonso Cuaron’s trademark feverish long takes and voiceover to tell a thrilling tale of parents, children, grief, loss, and revenge.”
As the Australian-born actress has received multiple nominations in recent years, she is likely a popular choice with the Television Academy. However, she is up against many phenomenal actresses in the category this year.
Michelle Williams is Expected to Win
It is hardly surprising that Michelle Williams received a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series, as she delivered an acting masterclass in Dying for Sex.
Viewers and critics were blown away by her portrayal of a woman who embarks on a journey of sexual discovery following a terminal cancer diagnosis.
The US actress is held in high esteem by the Television Academy, as Williams has earned four Emmy nominations in many categories over the years. Also, she accepted the award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series for her role in Fosse/Verdon in 2019.
After all, she has earned glowing reviews for the critically acclaimed series. For example, Phillip Maciak from The New Republic wrote, “Williams, in Dying for Sex, delivers all the qualities viewers have come to expect from her: quiet radiance, surreal expressiveness, a facility with anger. But she’s growing here too. This is, for instance, her funniest role to date.”
As Michelle Williams showcased her extensive acting range in Dying for Sex, and is popular with the Television Academy, BEO Betting odds indicate she’s the frontrunner to win the award this year.
However, another nominee could steal it, such as Cristin Mioliti for her captivating yet menacing performance in The Penguin.
