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2018 Primetime Emmy Awards Ballot
Outstanding Cinematography For A Multi-Camera Series
Alexa & Katie
Ungroundable March 23, 2018
Alexa goes out of her way to prove she can't be punished. Jennifer surprises Jack with a backyard campout, but has a hard time getting him to unplug.
Christian La Fountaine, ASC, Director of Photography
The Big Bang Theory
The Explosion Implosion October 16, 2017
Howard and Sheldon bond when they drive to the desert to shoot off a model rocket; When Leonard’s Mom finds a new best friend in Penny, it rubs Leonard the wrong way.
Steven V. Silver, ASC, Director of Photography
The Carmichael Show
Support The Troops June 01, 2017
Jerrod gets into a fight with a soldier in front of Joe and Bobby. Joe tries to make it up to the soldier, but complications result.
George Mooradian, ASC, Director of Photography
Disjointed
4/20 Fantasy January 12, 2018
While the gang celebrates 4/20, Ruth helps Olivia with a contract, Pete loses confidence in his growing abilities, and Jenny and Carter share a secret.
Peter Smokler, Director of Photography
Fuller House
My Best Friend's Japanese Wedding December 22, 2017
In Japan, Steve and CJ's wedding dishes up one disaster after another - from a maid of honor who's MIA to a talking toilet with an alarming appetite.
Gregg Heschong, Director of Photography
K.C. Undercover
Coopers On The Run, Parts 1 & 2 July 15, 2017 - July 15, 2017
K.C. and the Cooper family of spies, along with K.C.'s Best Friend for Life, Marisa, are on the run from their arch enemy Zane in Rio de Janeiro, when they must take on - the fierce and slightly bizarre enemy agent Sheena, after capturing Passaro Grande, an exotic bird smuggler.
Joseph Wilmond Calloway, Director of Photography
Kevin Can Wait
Kevin Can Date January 22, 2018
Vanessa encourages Kevin to ask out a client who shows interest in him.
Bill Berner, Director of Photography
Man With A Plan
The Party Planner March 12, 2018
Adam attempts to organize a birthday dinner for Andi and he discovers that managing guests isn't easy.
Gary Baum, ASC, Director of Photography
Mom
Phone Confetti And A Wee Dingle May 10, 2018
Christy and Bonnie’s relaxing trip to a spa takes a turn when Bonnie lands in jail.
Steven V. Silver, ASC, Director of Photography
One Day At A Time
Hello, Penelope January 26, 2018
With so many things in life going so well, Penelope decides to stop going to group therapy and taking her meds, leading to her being reminded why she needed those two things in the first place.
Wayne Kennan, ASC, Director of Photography
One Day At A Time
Schooled January 26, 2018
When juggling family, work and college proves to be too much for Penelope, Schneider offers her a way to sharpen her focus and improve her test grades.
Christian La Fountaine, ASC, Director of Photography
The Ranch
Do What You Gotta Do December 17, 2017
Job opportunity in Denver threatens to drive a wedge between Colt and Abby. Maggie pushes back about the pipeline.
Donald A. Morgan, ASC, Director of Photography
Superior Donuts
Grades Of Wrath January 29, 2018
Convinced his first art-school assignment is a masterpiece, Franco is shocked by a below-average grade; Arthur is determined to find the customer who gave his shop's coffee a negative online review.
Patti Lee, Director of Photography
The Thundermans
Thunder In Paradise June 24, 2017
The Thundermans head to Hawaii for a vacation that they planned. However, when Phoebe accidentally absorbs the evil powers of Dark Mayhem, she becomes determined to complete his plan for world domination and must be stopped.
Wayne Kennan, ASC, Director of Photography
Will & Grace
A Gaye Olde Christmas December 05, 2017
Will, Grace, Jack and Karen take a trip back to turn-of-the-century New York, when Christmas wasn't as romantic as they pictured it.
Gary Baum, ASC, Director of Photography
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Outstanding Cinematography For A Single-Camera Series (Half-Hour)
A.P. Bio
Eight Pigs And A Rat April 19, 2018
When one of Jack's students anonymously reports him for canceling their much-anticipated fetal pig dissection, he sets out to find the snitch. Durbin's chances at Principal of the Year are in jeopardy when the superintendent visits.
Blake McClure, Director of Photography
American Housewife
The Anniversary January 17, 2018
Katie and Greg dislike Taylor's new boyfriend, so they attempt to use reverse psychology to drive a wedge between them. After Spencer's over-the-top vision for Oliver's first date with a girl from his ballet class bombs, Greg helps Oliver make up for it with a romantic gesture.
Andrew Rawson, Director of Photography
Arrested Development
Sinking Feelings May 29, 2018
The Bluths receive/present their award, but it weighs on George Sr. and creates new problems. Michael and George-Michael have a deep conversation.
Patrick Alexander Stewart, Director of Photography
Ash vs Evil Dead
The Mettle Of Man April 29, 2018
The Ghostbeaters are put to the ultimate test to defeat a global demon infestation whose epicenter is Elk Grove. Ash, Pablo, Kelly and Brandy gear up for battle one last time to save the world!
Dave Garbett, Director of Photography
Atlanta
Teddy Perkins April 05, 2018
Darius is trippin in this one. Y'all know I woulda been left.
Christian Sprenger, Director of Photography
Atypical
The Silencing Properties Of Snow August 11, 2017
After a disastrous dinner with Paige's family, Sam makes amends at the school dance. Casey's fury at her mom affects her relationship with Evan.
Joe Kessler, Director of Photography
Ballers
Crackback September 17, 2017
Spencer learns his master plan to bring a team to Las Vegas may be in jeopardy. Ricky arrives at a crossroads, personally and professionally. Charles sees his wish come true in Miami, but ends up with regrets.
Anthony Hardwick, Director of Photography
Barry
Chapter Eight: Know Your Truth May 13, 2018
Season finale. Barry vows to give up his life of crime, once and for all. Pazar enlists Vacha’s replacement to take care of Fuches. Moss and her team close in on a major arrest with hopes of finally cracking the Madison case.
Paula Huidobro, Director of Photography
Baskets
A Night At The Opera February 13, 2018
Chip incorporates a San Joaquin Valley earthiness into his clown routine.
Joe Meade, Director of Photography
Better Things
Robin September 28, 2017
Sam has a new friend.
Paul Koestner, Director of Photography
black-ish
Juneteenth October 03, 2017
The Johnsons go to a school play about Columbus Day, and Dre is dismayed by the historically inaccurate way that the holiday is portrayed. He feels like there aren't enough black holidays, so he enlists Aloe Blacc to help raise awareness for a holiday worth celebrating: Juneteenth.
Rob Sweeney, Director of Photography
Broad City
Friendiversary December 06, 2017
Ilana sends Abbi on an epic Friendiversary scavenger hunt, and the girls risk everything to bring an apparent murderer to justice.
Chris Teague, Director of Photography
Brockmire
In The Cellar June 13, 2018
Jim goes on a bender with his new nihilistic friend, Elle, who pushes him towards a new level of destruction.
Adam Bricker, ICG, Director of Photography
Cobra Kai
Quiver May 02, 2018
Johnny’s dojo class attracts a group of misfits while his son Robby, who harbors ulterior motives, lands a new job. Samantha makes a new friend in science class. Daniel inspires interest in karate from an unlikely person.
Cameron Duncan, Director of Photography
Corporate
Society Tomorrow February 28, 2018
As the staff obsesses over a prestige TV show, Jake resists their attempts to force him to watch, while Matt's life starts to eerily echo the events of the series.
Christophe Lanzenberg, Director of Photography
Crashing
Artie February 18, 2018
Pete’s decision to organize a secret benefit for an ailing comedy vet finds him scrambling to put on a good show and being forced to face some hard truths about Artie.
Brian Burgoyne, Director of Photography
Curb Your Enthusiasm
Thank You For Your Service October 29, 2017
Larry might get banned from the golf club for telling a member his child looks “a little Asian”. Larry upsets Sammi's war veteran fiancé Victor when he doesn't "thank him for his service". Larry then invites Victor to a Revolutionary War reenactment, which triggers Victor's PTSD.
Patrick A. Stewart, Director of Photography
The Dangerous Book For Boys
How To Walk On The Moon March 30, 2018
After the loss of their father, the McKenna family struggles to express their emotions. When their father's twin, Uncle Terry, brings the Dangerous Book for Boys, Wyatt soon finds himself in vivid fantasies inspired by it, and must navigate both a mission to the moon and his family's emotions.
Ben Kutchins, Director of Photography
Dear White People
Chapter III May 04, 2018
While party-hopping on Pride Night, Lionel struggles to make small talk with strangers and decipher mixed signals from Silvio.
Topher Osborn, Director of Photography
Detectorists
Episode 6 January 15, 2018
The comedy follows two oddball metal detecting enthusiasts scouring the English countryside for treasure. Andy (Mackenzie Crook) prepares for the auction of his dream house. Andy and Lance (Toby Jones) plan one last hurrah before losing their field, and they open it up to other detectorists, including their rivals.
Mattias Nyberg, Director of Photography
Divorce
Night Moves January 14, 2018
Season premiere. After signing divorce papers, financially-strapped Robert looks for work and a new living situation, while Frances battles insomnia and her newly complex relationship with her children. Diane and Nick's new communication technique leads him to make an unexpected decision. Dallas continues her secret fling with Robert's lawyer, Tony.
Joe Collins, Director of Photography
Drunk History
Heroines January 23, 2018
Tiffany Haddish, Evan Rachel Wood, Busy Philipps and Mandy Moore pay tribute to the first woman to fight in the Revolutionary War and receive a pension, a museum curator who saved art from the Nazis and Civil War hero Clara Barton.
Logan Schneider, Director of Photography
The End Of The F***ing World
Episode 3 January 05, 2018
Hoping to lie low for a few days, the pair breaks into a home stocked with swanky amenities -- and a disturbing secret.
Justin Brown, Director of Photography
Episodes
Episode 4 September 17, 2017
Carol confesses to Beverly her newfound happiness with Merc. Appalled, Beverly nevertheless agrees to support her - until she discovers that Merc has recently become engaged to Morning Randolph! Matt takes Sean and Beverly to his ranch for a working weekend to try and come up with a new series.
Rob Kitzmann, Director of Photography
Everything Sucks!
I Just Wanna Be Anybody February 16, 2018
The Boring High crew takes an emotionally exhausting trip to California to shoot a scene for the movie...minus one important member.
Elisha Christian, Director of Photography
Freakish
Attraction October 31, 2017
Students are trapped at their high school by a chemical cloud that turns those exposed to it into flesh eating "freaks". The students struggle to survive the dangers of the freaks, while striving to keep themselves from turning as well.
John Eric Smith, Director of Photography
Friends From College
All-Nighter July 14, 2017
Facing a brutal deadline, Ethan brainstorms ideas for his Y.A. novel. Meanwhile, Sam, Lisa and Marianne meet some admirers out on the town.
John Guleserian, Director of Photography
Future Man
Herpe: Fully Loaded November 14, 2017
In 1969, Josh, Tiger and Wolf launch a mission to infiltrate a fraternity party and prevent Dr. Kronish from contracting herpes.
Cort W Fey, ASC, Director of Photography
GLOW
Pilot June 23, 2017
Desperate to jump-start her career, struggling actress Ruth heads to a casting call at an LA gym -- and quickly realizes it's not a typical audition.
Christian Sprenger, Director of Photography
The Good Place
Rhonda, Diana, Jake, And Trent January 18, 2018
A change of scenery might be in order - Eleanor (Kristen Bell), Chidi (William Jackson Harper), Tahani (Jameela Jamil), Janet (D'Arcy Carden) and Jason (Manny Jacinto) head to a destination that may have lasting implications. Ted Danson also stars.
David Miller, ASC, Director of Photography
Grace And Frankie
The Expiration Date January 19, 2018
Grace fears her relationship has reached its expiration date. Frankie faces an existential crisis when she learns she's been declared legally dead.
Gale Tattersall, Director of Photography
Graves
They Die Happier December 03, 2017
Graves and Isaiah take the family jet on a rogue diplomatic mission. Margaret has an existential crisis after the debate gaffe. Jeremy visits a yoga retreat. A music producer arrives to assess if Samantha could be the next big thing.
Bradford Lipson, Director of Photography
grown-ish
If You're Reading This, It's Too Late January 10, 2018
After a breakup, Zoey avoids her feelings by partying.
Paula Huidobro, Director of Photography
The Guest Book
Story Two August 03, 2017
Jill and her husband decide to drug their son Ethan's atheist fiancee, Lynn, at the cottage to perform a baptism. Lynn awakens the next day to discover her leg has become infected and learns that she could lose it.
Chad Persons, Director of Photography
Haters Back Off!
im gunnna be an legend October 20, 2017
Left to fend for herself in an empty house, Miranda tries to win back Uncle Jim and Patrick. Bethany sets out on a biblical adventure.
Michael Balfry, CSC, Director of Photography
High Maintenance
Derech February 09, 2018
An ex-Hasidic man explores the world outside his sect as he connects with a writer who may have ulterior motives. A nightclub performer’s night out takes an unexpected turn. The Guy bonds with Abdullah, a driver, when he finds himself in need of a lift.
Brian Lannin, Director of Photography
High Maintenance
Globo January 19, 2018
The Guy has a busy day as New Yorkers react to world-changing news. With the world in disarray, hotel guests spend an indulgent day unaware of what’s happening outside, a client’s roommate struggles to maintain his commitment to weight-loss, and a father tries to take care of his family.
Charlie Gruet, Director of Photography
High Maintenance
Googie February 23, 2018
A potential partner, Abdullah, takes over The Guy’s weed route while The Guy attempts to take some time off.
Dagmar Weaver-Madsen, Director of Photography
Insecure
Hella LA August 13, 2017
Issa's confidence is shaken; Molly hangs with a childhood friend; Lawrence has a wild and crazy night.
Patrick Cady, ASC, Director of Photography
Insecure
Hella Perspective September 10, 2017
Season finale. Over the course of one pivotal month, Issa, Molly, and Lawrence face choices impacting their work and personal lives, with each considering whether to embrace a new future or look back to the past.
Ava Berkofsky, Director of Photography
Lady Dynamite
Goof Around Gang November 10, 2017
Scott's foray into stand-up yields unexpected results. Meanwhile, Maria realizes she's been neglecting her friends.
Marco Fargnoli, Director of Photography
The Last Man On Earth
Karl January 07, 2018
Tandy and Todd discover Karl - a man who's been trapped in a Mexican prison since before the breakout of the Virus.
Carl Adam Herse, Director of Photography
Love
Bertie's Birthday March 09, 2018
After a disappointing start to her first birthday in America, Bertie winds up on an action-packed LA adventure with a kindred spirit.
Mark Schwartzbard, Director of Photography
Me, Myself & I
Pilot September 25, 2017
This dramedy examines the defining moments in one man’s life over a 50 year span. It explores three distinct periods in his life - as a 14 year old in 1991, a 40 year old in 2017, and a 65 year old in 2042.
Craig Kief, Director of Photography
Mozart In The Jungle
Ichi Go Ichi E February 16, 2018
Before saying goodbye to Japan, Rodrigo and Hailey experience a tea ceremony.
Tobias Datum, Director of Photography
Nathan For You
Andy vs. Uber October 12, 2017
Nathan teams up with a struggling taxi driver to take down Uber.
Marco Cordero, Director of Photography
No Activity
The Raid December 31, 2017
It's the night of the raid and Detectives Cullen and Tolbeck are intent on being the hero cops who break the drug ring.
Judd Overton, Director of Photography
On My Block
Chapter Five March 16, 2018
Self-confessed blabbermouth Jamal gives Cesar a time limit to tell Ruby about what happened with Olivia, but a police lockdown complicates matters.
Joe Kessler, Director of Photography
Room 104
Phoenix September 15, 2017
In 1969, the sole survivor of a plane crash is faced with a decision: go back to the life she had or seize the opportunity to start anew.
Doug Emmett, Director of Photography
Santa Clarita Diet
Suspicious Objects March 23, 2018
Joel and Sheila learn that the clampocalypse may hit sooner than they thought. Anne accepts constructive criticism like a pro.
Paul Maibaum, ASC, Director of Photography
Search Party
Frenzy December 17, 2017
The gang must get sixty thousand dollars to their blackmailer, leading to a day of cat food tins, mistaken identities, and tasers. On the other side of town, Joy follows Fat Franky, which does not end as anticipated.
Jonathan Furmanski, Director of Photography
She's Gotta Have It
#LoveDontPayDaRent (IF YOU DON'T KNOW ME BY NOW) November 23, 2017
Nola veers between joy and panic when two sudden changes of fortune leave her scrambling to cover her bills. Jamie turns to an old friend for help.
Daniel Patterson, Director of Photography
Silicon Valley
Artificial Emotional Intelligence April 29, 2018
Richard decides to help when Laurie gets in a jam, but his lack of emotional discipline threatens to backfire on Pied Piper. Gavin tries to make a deal with a stubborn partner while abroad. Dinesh relishes a rare win. Jared bonds with a surprising figure.
Tim Suhrstedt, ASC, Director of Photography
SMILF
Family-Sized Popcorn & A Can Of Wine December 17, 2017
Bridge, Eliza and Larry spend a day together searching for Bridge's towed car. Tutu has a manic episode.
Brian Burgoyne, Director of Photography
Sweetbitter
Everyone Is Soigne May 20, 2018
Tess is beginning to master some essential backwaiter skills, but there is still one thing she struggles with: the three plate carry. She asks Will to help her practice after work, which leads to her first romantic encounter with a coworker.
Terry Stacey, ASC, Director of Photography
Teachers
Dosey Don't November 07, 2017
Ms. Bennigan is worried that Hot Dad is back together with his ex-wife. Meanwhile, Ms. Snap uses the school dance to impress a famous radio host.
Brian Burgoyne, Director of Photography
This Close
Night And Day February 22, 2018
Kate shines at work when a deaf celeb arrives at her PR event. But Stella’s special brownies make the rest of the day a bit hazy. Michael goes clubbing and makes a surprising decision.
Bruce Thierry Cheung, Director of Photography
The Tick
Tale From The Crypt August 25, 2017
Arthur has a surprising encounter while in The Terror's lair. The Tick attempts a rescue with Dot and Overkill.
William Rexer, Director of Photography
Tracey Ullman's Show
Episode 1 October 20, 2017
Season premiere. Dame Judi Dench is finally apprehended, but will being a national treasure be enough to get her off the hook? Other sketches include a workaholic Clare Balding, Angela Merkel grieving Brexit, and Nicola Sturgeon kidnapping JK Rowling.
Pete Rowe, Director of Photography
Transparent
Groin Anamoly September 22, 2017
Ali is blindsided when Leslie goes public with the details of their relationship. Sarah feels a new connection with her daughter's former teacher, Lila. Josh unexpectedly encounters an ex. Shelly takes up improv. Ali joins Maura on her trip to Israel and their journey gets off to a bumpy start.
Jim Frohna, Director of Photography
Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
Kimmy Disrupts The Paradigm! May 30, 2018
To distract herself from the documentary, Kimmy agrees to represent Giztoob at a tech industry conference in Pittsburgh. Lillian comes along to get her groove back after Artie’s death. Jacqueline gets Titus a job in an educational theater troupe, “Choices Matter!”
John Inwood, Director of Photography
Vice Principals
Venetian Nights November 05, 2017
Tensions between Gamby and Russell come to a head as prom night approaches.
Michael Simmonds, Director of Photography
Vida
Episode 104 May 27, 2018
Lyn escapes the Eastside while market research in the neighborhood leads Emma to open an old wound. Mari is publicly humiliated by someone she trusted.
