Emmys 2018: Who Should Win Every Award (And Who Actually Will)

9. Lead Actor In A Limited Series Or Movie

The Assassination of Gianni Versace
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Nominees: Antonio Banderas, Genius: Picasso; Darren Criss, The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story; Benedict Cumberbatch, Patrick Melrose; Jeff Daniels, The Looming Tower; John Legend, Jesus Christ Superstar; Jesse Plemons, Black Mirror: USS Callister

Should Win: Darren Criss

He may not be the name in the title, but Darren Criss completely owns The Assassination of Gianni Versace. As serial killer Andrew Cunanan he is the story, and Criss plays against-type to deliver a performance that flits between his natural charm and charisma, to terrifying monster, to a tragic figure created by society.

Will Win: Darren Criss

American Crime Story is once again set for a lot of Emmys love and Criss, as its star, is in pole position to claim this award. It's not only the best work of his (still young) career to date, but a riveting, captivating turn that practically screams for awards recognition without ever being too baity.

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