Little Dorrit

It was announced this morning that Little Dorrit has received 11 Emmy nominations including the areas of

Outstanding Miniseries
Tom Courtenay and  Andy Serkis for Outstanding Supporting Actors in a mini
Andrew Davies for Outstanding writing
Dearbhla Walsh was nominated for Outstanding Director in a mini-series
Outstanding Casting for a Mini-series, Movie or Special
Outstanding Art Direction
Outstanding Cinematography
Outstanding Costumes
Outstanding Hairstyling
Outstanding Music Composition - John Lunn, Composer

Although Matthew Macfadyen and Claire Foy were not specifically nominated, it wouldn't have been possible for Little Dorrit to receive so many nominations without their incredible efforts.

Thanks to all those who let me know, especially matthewfan4life

The LA Times has a discussion of which miniseries are in the inside track for the Emmy's.  There are seven submissions with only three nominations, of which the LA times feels is easily predictable.  The three most likely nominations include Little Dorrit, Generation Kill and House of Saddam.  Of these, the winner is not predictable, but Little Dorrit has a slight advantage.

Read the full analysis HERE.

Thanks to forum member Sue T for finding the article!

Thanks to forum member, Lizziej, who has found the official Emmy Ballots. 

Little Dorrit is on the ballot for Outstanding Miniseries. Matthew Macfadyen is on the ballot for Little Dorrit as Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or Movie. Claire Foy is on the ballot for Little Dorrit as Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or Movie. Other actors and actresses from Little Dorrit include Andy Serkis, Tom Courtenay, and Judy Parfitt

You can view the full article on the LA Times.  The program ballot can be viewed here while the performers ballot can be seen here.

Remember that being on the ballot does not mean it has reached the final nomination!