The Pressure Cooker of Critical Success The Emmys are a double edged sword for creators and showrunners. On one hand, they bring prestige and recognition to a series, validating hard work and dedication.
On the other hand, they create unbearable pressure to live up to expectations in subsequent seasons. R. Scott Gemmill, showrunner of "The Pitt", knows this well.
Last year's freshman season garnered 13 Emmy nominations, a surprise at first but later seen as a badge of honor.