The three shows snatch four nods each at this year's TCA Awards which introduces new category, Outstanding Achievement in Reality Programming.
- Jun 14, 2011
AceShowbiz - "Game of Thrones", "Justified", "Parks and Recreation" are frontrunners to be big winner at 2011 TCA Awards. The three shows lead the nominations with four nods each for the prize-giving event presented by Television Critics Association.
The threesome are up against each other in Program of the Year category, while "Game of Thrones" and "Justified" will compete for Outstanding Achievement in Drama. Peter Dinklage of "Thrones" and "Justified" stars Margo Martindale and Timothy Olyphant are additionally up against each other for Individual Achievement in Drama kudo.
"Parks and Recreation", meanwhile, gets the other nods for Outstanding Achievement in Comedy and Individual Achievement in Comedy, the latter of which sees Nick Offerman and Amy Poehler fighting against each other. Offerman will appear at the August 6 ceremony to serve as the host.
This year's TCA Awards has one new category which is Outstanding Achievement in Reality Programming. The nominations include "The Amazing Race", "Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations", "Survivor", "The Voice and "Top Chef: All Stars".
Last year's winner of Program of the Year "Glee", meanwhile, is completely yanked off from the race this year.
Individual Achievement in Drama
Individual Achievement in Comedy
Outstanding Achievement in News and Information
Outstanding Achievement in Reality Programming
Outstanding Achievement in Youth Programming
Outstanding New Program
Outstanding Achievement in Movies, Miniseries and Specials
Outstanding Achievement in Drama
Outstanding Achievement in Comedy
Career Achievement Award
Heritage Award
Program of the Year