Hit Channel 4 comedy Derry Girls shortlisted for International Emmy Award

Derry Girls has been announced as a nominee for the International Emmy Awards, which will take place in New York in November.

The International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced 56 nominees across 14 categories and spanning 20 countries.

Lisa McGee, creator of Derry Girls, who was conferred with the Freedom of Derry City and Strabane. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2249GS –placeholder image
Lisa McGee, creator of Derry Girls, who was conferred with the Freedom of Derry City and Strabane. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2249GS –

Derry Girls has been nominated in the ‘Comedy’ category, along with ‘El Encargado [The Boss]’, from Argentina; ‘Le Flambeau – Season 2 [La Flamme]’ from France; and ‘Vir Das: Landing’ from India. Sharing the news on Instagram, Derry Girls creator Lisa McGee said she was ‘buzzing’ with the nomination.

“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.”

Winners will be announced at the 51st International Emmy Awards Gala in New York City, on Monday, November 20, 2023.

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