The questions about whether online content distributors can deliver compelling shows on par with what we see on broadcast and cable channels have been answered. Per Bloomberg, Netflix made history on Thursday as it became the first online-only network to garner top Emmy nominations. The company earned nine Emmy nominations for its hit drama House of Cards, including a nomination for best drama and acting nominations for series stars Kevin Spacey and Robin Wright. Netflix also scooped up an Emmy nomination in the comedy category as Arrested Development star Jason Bateman got a nod for best actor in a comedy series. The Emmy nominations are the first in Netflix’s history and add new legitimacy to the company’s model for producing television shows and streaming entire seasons online all at once.
