AceShowbiz - The Lowdown is making headlines as FX announces a notable shift in how the series will be positioned for awards consideration. Despite its previous submissions as a drama, the hourlong noir series starring Ethan Hawke will be entered in the comedy category for the 2026 Emmy Awards.

This marks a significant change from the show’s earlier awards campaigns. Over the past several months, The Lowdown was submitted as a drama for notable honors, including the Golden Globes and various guild awards. When FX renewed the series for a second season in January, it was described as a "Western-noir drama," emphasizing its darker thematic elements and genre roots.

The series has already earned critical recognition, having been named one of the American Film Institute’s Top 10 television programs of 2025. However, the decision to enter it as a comedy at the Emmys aligns it with a recent trend of genre-bending shows blurring traditional category lines, reminiscent of debates surrounding FX’s other hit, Is The Bear a comedy?

FX’s choice to reposition The Lowdown reflects the evolving landscape of television awards, where the definition of comedy and drama continues to expand. This move could influence how the series is received by voters and potentially reshape its awards trajectory for the upcoming season.