Lisa McGee’s Derry Girls nominated for International Emmy Award
Date Posted: September 27, 2023
The International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has announced the nominees for its 2023 International Emmy Awards. Northern Ireland Screen is delighted to see Derry Girls among the nominees for Best Comedy. Winners will be announced at the 51st International Emmy® Awards Gala in New York City, on Monday, November 20, 2023.
Filmed on location in Northern Ireland and produced by Hat Trick Productions for Channel 4, Derry Girls is the creation of acclaimed Northern Ireland writer Lisa McGee who has mined her own experiences to create a candid, one-of-a-kind, family-centred comedy set against the backdrop of The Troubles. The production received funding from Northern Ireland Screen.
“The International Emmy® competition is the pinnacle for recognizing excellence in television around the world,” said International Academy President & CEO Bruce Paisner. “We look forward to gathering the international television community in New York City, in November to recognize these outstanding programs and performances on our global stage.”
The full list of nominees can be found here.
