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Jason Bateman could snag up to five Emmy nominations in 2026 for his dual roles in Netflix’s noir thriller “Black Rabbit” and HBO Max’s dark comedy “DTF St. Louis,” according to awards predictions from industry analysts. Acting nominations from two separate limited series in the same year would mark his second time achieving this feat.
Quick Facts
- Bateman could receive up to 5 nominations across acting, directing, and producing roles
- He won an Emmy in 2019 for directing “Ozark,” his first win after 7 prior nominations
- “Black Rabbit” casts him as a deep-in-debt barman in Netflix’s limited series
- “DTF St. Louis” features Bateman in a supporting role in the HBO Max dark comedy
Multiple Categories Across Two Shows
Bateman is Emmy-eligible in multiple categories for both limited series. For “Black Rabbit,” he could receive nominations for lead acting and directing the episode “The Black Rabbits.” For “DTF St. Louis,” he could be nominated for supporting acting and producing. He is also eligible as a producer on “Black Rabbit,” bringing the potential total to five nominations. These nominations remain predictions based on early industry odds, as the official Emmy nomination ballots have not yet closed.
Emmy Odds Show Strong Momentum
According to Gold Derby prediction data from May 20, 2026, Bateman’s nomination odds rose significantly for both shows. His chances for “Black Rabbit” lead actor increased by 4 percent, while his supporting actor odds for “DTF St. Louis” jumped 11 percent, positioning him at strong contention rates. Industry analysts flagged him as a “Big Mover of the Week” in Emmy predictions, citing strong performances in both limited series.
Jason Bateman eyed for 5 Emmy nominations in 2026 for ‘Black Rabbit’ and ‘DTF St. Louis’
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Second Time for Dual Limited Series Acting Nominations
If Jason Bateman receives nominations for both shows, it would mark his second time earning acting nominations for different limited series in a single awards year. This dual-series achievement underscores the actor’s recent visibility across prestige television. Bateman previously won Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series in 2019 for his work on Netflix’s “Ozark,” after seven prior Emmy nominations spanning acting, directing, and producing across the series’ multiple seasons.
Sources
- Los Angeles Times — Emmy predictions analysis for Jason Bateman’s 2026 chances (May 28, 2026)
- Gold Derby — Emmy odds tracking and nomination predictions (May 20, 2026)
- IMDb — Emmy eligibility confirmation for multiple categories across both series
- Variety — 2026 Emmys predictions in all categories (May 29, 2026)
