Primetime Emmy Awards 1987
Primetime Emmy
Outstanding Achievement in Choreography
Outstanding Achievement in Costuming for a Miniseries or a Special
Outstanding Achievement in Costuming for a Series
Outstanding Achievement in Hairstyling for a Miniseries or a Special
Outstanding Achievement in Hairstyling for a Series
Outstanding Achievement in Makeup for a Miniseries or a Special
Outstanding Achievement in Music Composition for a Miniseries or a Special (Dramatic Underscore)
Outstanding Achievement in Music Composition for a Series (Dramatic Underscore)
Outstanding Achievement in Music Direction
- WinnerGreat PerformancesDon Pippin, Eric Stern, Buster Davis
- The 41st Annual Tony AwardsElliot Lawrence, Larry Grossman, Torrie Zito, Lanny Meyers, Jamie Lawrence
- Liberty WeekendIan Fraser, Chris Boardman, Ralph Burns, Alexander Courage, J. Hill, Angela Morley
- The Perry Como Christmas SpecialNick Perito
- Carol, Carl, Whoopi and RobinPeter Matz
Outstanding Achievement in Music and Lyrics
Outstanding Animated Program
Outstanding Art Direction for a Miniseries or a Special
- WinnerThe Two Mrs. GrenvillesMalcolm Middleton, Herbert Westbrook, Harry Cordwell
- Escape from SobiborAllan Starski, Vlastimir Gavrik, Milorad Kalanj, Miodrag Miric
- There Must Be a PonyJames J. Agazzi, Ross Bellah, Audrey A. Blasdel, Jerry Adams
- Lyndon JohnsonBen Edwards, Mike Patterson
- FresnoTommy Goetz, Mary Ann Good, Charles B. Pierce
Outstanding Art Direction for a Series
Outstanding Art Direction for a Variety or Music Program
Outstanding Children's Program
- WinnerThe StorytellerJim Henson, Mark Shivas
- Walking on AirPhylis Geller, Lee Polk, Ricki Franklin
- Young Harry HoudiniSusan B. Landau, James Orr, Jim Cruickshank
- The Magical World of DisneyAndrew Solt, Jim Milio, Susan F. Walker, Mark Hufnail, Phil Savenick
- Jim Henson's: The Christmas ToyDiana Birkenfield, Jim Henson, Martin G. Baker
Outstanding Cinematography for a Miniseries or a Special
Outstanding Cinematography for a Series
Outstanding Classical Program in the Performing Arts
Outstanding Comedy Series
- WinnerThe Golden GirlsPaul Junger Witt, Tony Thomas, Susan Harris, Kathy Speer, Terry Grossman, Mort Nathan, Barry Fanaro, Winifred Hervey, Marsha Posner Williams
- The Cosby ShowMarcy Carsey, Tom Werner, John Markus, Carmen Finestra, Caryn Mandabach, Matt Williams, Gary Kott
- Night CourtReinhold Weege, Jeff Melman, Bob Stevens
- Family TiesGary David Goldberg, Alan Uger, Ruth Bennett, Marc Lawrence, Carol Himes, June Galas
- CheersJames Burrows, Glen Charles, Les Charles, Peter Casey, David Lee, David Angell, Tim Berry
Outstanding Costume Design for a Miniseries or a Special
Outstanding Costume Design for a Series
Outstanding Costume Design for a Variety or Music Program
Outstanding Directing in a Comedy Series
Outstanding Directing in a Drama Series
Outstanding Directing in a Miniseries or a Special
Outstanding Directing in a Variety or Music Program
Outstanding Drama Series
- WinnerL.A. LawSteven Bochco, Gregory Hoblit, Terry Louise Fisher, Ellen S. Pressman, Scott Goldstein, Phillip M. Goldfarb
- Murder, She WrotePeter S. Fischer, Robert F. O'Neill
- St. ElsewhereBruce Paltrow, Mark Tinker, John Masius, Tom Fontana, Abby Singer
- MoonlightingJay Daniel, Artie Mandelberg, Karen Hall, Ron Osborn, Jeff Reno, Roger Director, Glenn Gordon Caron
- Cagney & LaceyBarney Rosenzweig, Jonathan Estrin, Shelley List, Ralph S. Singleton, Georgia Jeffries, P.K. Knelman
Outstanding Drama/Comedy Special
- WinnerPromisePeter K. Duchow, James Garner, Glenn Jordan, Richard Friedenberg
- Escape from SobiborMartin Starger, Dennis E. Doty, Howard P. Alston
- Pack of LiesRobert A. Halmi, Robert Halmi Sr.
- Unnatural CausesBlue André, Robert M. Myman, Stephen Doran, Martin M. Goldstein
- LBJ: The Early YearsLouis Rudolph, John Brice, Sandra Saxon Brice
Outstanding Editing for a Miniseries or a Special - Multi-Camera Production
Outstanding Editing for a Miniseries or a Special - Single Camera Production
Outstanding Editing for a Series - Multi-Camera Production
Outstanding Editing for a Series - Single Camera Production
Outstanding Graphic and Title Design
Outstanding Guest Performer in a Comedy Series
Outstanding Guest Performer in a Drama Series
Outstanding Individual Achievement - Classical Music/Dance Programming - Directing
Outstanding Individual Achievement - Classical Music/Dance Programming - Performing
Outstanding Individual Achievement - Classical Music/Dance Programming - Writing
Outstanding Individual Achievement - Informational Programming - Directing
Outstanding Individual Achievement - Informational Programming - Performing
Outstanding Individual Achievement - Informational Programming - Writing
Outstanding Individual Performance in a Variety or Music Program
Outstanding Informational Series
Outstanding Informational Special
- WinnerGreat Performances: Dance in AmericaJac Venza, Judy Kinberg
- Minnelli on Minnelli: Liza Remembers VincenteDavid Niven Jr., Jack Haley Jr., Richard Schickel, Liza Minnelli
- Great PerformancesJac Venza, George Paris, Joan Kramer, David Heeley
- Angus Trowbridge, Alan Yentob
- Scared Straight! 10 Years LaterArnold Shapiro, Anthony Cassara, Greg Nathanson
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Special
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or a Special
Outstanding Lighting Direction (Electronic) for a Miniseries or a Special
Outstanding Lighting Direction (Electronic) for a Series
Outstanding Makeup for a Series
Outstanding Miniseries
- WinnerA Year in the LifeJoshua Brand, John Falsey, Stephen Cragg
- Nutcracker: Money, Madness & MurderChuck McLain, William Hanley, William Beaudine Jr.
- Anastasia: The Mystery of AnnaMichael Lepiner, Kenneth Kaufman, Graham Cottle, Marvin J. Chomsky
- The Two Mrs. GrenvillesSusan G. Pollock, John Erman, Preston Fischer
- Out on a LimbStan Margulies, Colin Higgins
Outstanding Sound Editing for a Miniseries or a Special
- WinnerUnnatural CausesVince Gutierrez, William H. Angarola, Clark Conrad, Doug Gray, Mace Matiosian, Anthony Mazzei, Michael J. Mitchell, Matt Sawelson, Edward F. Suski, James Wolvington, Barbara Issak, Jon Johnson, Dan Carlin Sr.
- FresnoBill Wistrom, William H. Angarola, Clark Conrad, Steve Dutkovich, Ken Gladden, Doug Gray, John Haeny, Jay Jones, Anthony Mazzei, Steve Pederson, Matt Sawelson, Brad Sherman, Edward F. Suski, James Wolvington, Bill Thiederman, Jon Johnson, Dan Carlin Sr.
- Out on a LimbDavid R. Elliott, Dino Dimuro, Mark Friedgen, G. Michael Graham, Joe Melody, Stewart Nelsen, Rusty Tinsley, Scott A. Tinsley, Michael C. Gutierrez, Bill Voigtlander, John Mick
- Hero in the FamilyGary Winter, Ray Alba, Allan Bromberg, John M. Colwell, Joe Divitale, Robert Gutknecht, Larry Mann, Michael O'Corrigan, Jim Siracusa, Kendrick Sweet, Craig Vandagriff, Cliff Bell Jr., Roy Prendergast
- Little SpiesGary Winter, Joe Divitale, Robert Gutknecht, William Hooper, William Jacobs, Larry Mann, Michael O'Corrigan, Steve Olson, Kendrick Sweet, Bill Young, Cliff Bell Jr., Kathy Durning
Outstanding Sound Editing for a Series
- WinnerMax HeadroomDoug Grindstaff, Richard Corwin, Clark Conrad, Brad Sherman, Richard Taylor, James Wolvington, Dick Bernstein
- L.A. LawSam Horta, Petra Bach, Sam Black, Donald W. Ernst, Terence Thomas, Andrea Horta, Ron Horwitz, Constance A. Kazmer, Gary Krivacek, Russ Hill, Warner E. Leighton, Margaret Webb, Eileen Horta, John R. Harris
- The A-TeamDick Wahrman, Gene Craig, Thomas McMullen, John Kaufman, Jack Woods, Roxanne Jones, Cliff Bell Jr.
- StingrayLarry Mann, Ray Alba, Allan Bromberg, John M. Colwell, Joe Divitale, Jim Siracusa, John Kline, Angelo Bruzzese, Michael Dittrick
- HunterSam Gemette, Dave Kulczycki, Ed Osborne, John Post, Edward L. Sandlin, Gary Vaughan, Cliff Bell Jr., John Caper Jr.
Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Comedy Series or a Special
- WinnerCheersMichael J. Ballin, Robert Douglass, Doug Gray, Thomas J. Huth
- The Golden GirlsDick Burns, Ed Epstein, Allen Patapoff, Craig Porter
- The Cosby ShowRich Jacob, Allen Patapoff, Craig Porter
- The Golden GirlsEdward L. Moskowitz, John S. Orr, Allen Patapoff, Craig Porter
- FameMurray McFadden, Don Sharpless, Michael Stone, Fred Tator
Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Drama Miniseries or a Special
- WinnerUnnatural CausesJoseph D. Citarella, Charles Grenzbach, David Lee, Ray West
- The Two Mrs. GrenvillesJohn Asman, Neil Brody, Ken S. Polk, Peter Sutton
- LBJ: The Early YearsJoseph D. Citarella, Grover B. Helsley, Don Summer, Ray West
- Out on a LimbJoseph D. Citarella, Grover B. Helsley, John Speak, Ray West
- AmerikaGrover B. Helsley, Richard D. Rogers, Keith A. Wester, John Wilkinson
Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Drama Series
- WinnerMax HeadroomGary Alexander, Joe Kenworthy, Tim Philben, Bill Thiederman
- MoonlightingMartin Raymond Bolger, David J. Hudson, Mel Metcalfe, Terry Porter
- L.A. LawDan Dillon, John Norman, David Schneiderman, Theodore Soderberg
- Hill Street BluesWilliam Gazecki, Bill Nicholson, Peter Reale, Dean Vernon
- PilotAlan Bernard, Randy McDonald, Bill Nicholson, Dean Okrand
Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Variety or Music Series or a Special
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or a Special
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or a Special
Outstanding Technical Direction/Electronic Camera/Video Control for a Miniseries or a Special
- WinnerBarbara Mandrell's Christmas: A Family ReunionKarl Messerschmidt, Les Atkinson, Roy Holm, Dana Ross Martin, J.C. O'Neill, Jerry Smith
- Happy 100th Birthday, HollywoodJim Ralston, Ralph Alcocer, Evan Baker, Ron Brooks, Warren Cress, D.J. Diomedes, Sal Folino, Don Langford, Dale Walsh, Blair White, Hugh Dilonardo
- The 14th Annual American Music AwardsJim Ralston, Ralph Alcocer, Evan Baker, Ron Brooks, Warren Cress, D.J. Diomedes, Sal Folino, Don Langford, Dale Walsh, Blair White, Hugh Dilonardo
- Liberty WeekendJim Ralston, Ralph Alcocer, David N. Banks, Ron Brooks, Warren Cress, D.J. Diomedes, Sal Folino, Thomas Geren, Larry Heider, Dave Hilmer, Bob Keys, Don Langford, David Levisohn, Wayne Orr, Jim Scurti, Ron Sheldon, Larry Stenman, John Monteleon
Outstanding Technical Direction/Electronic Camerawork/Video Control for a Series
- WinnerFamily TiesParker Roe, Paul Basta, Tom Dasbach, Richard Price, John Repczynski, Eric Clay
- Night CourtJerry Weiss, Rocky Danielson, Leigh Nicholson, John Repczynski, Jeffrey Wheat, Tom Tcimpidis
- The CharmingsDave Smith, Warren Cress, Stephen A. Jones, Art LaCombe, Bud Holland, Bill Scott, Ross Harmon
- The Golden GirlsO. Tamburri, Jack Chisholm, Ritch Kenney, Ken Tamburri, Carol Wetovich, Bob Kaufman
Outstanding Variety, Music or Comedy Program
- WinnerThe 41st Annual Tony AwardsDon Mischer, David J. Goldberg
- Late Night with David LettermanJack Rollins, David Letterman, Barry Sand
- Liberty WeekendDavid L. Wolper, Don Mischer
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny CarsonFrederick De Cordova, Peter Lassally, Johnny Carson
- The Tracey Ullman ShowJames L. Brooks, Jerry Belson, Ken Estin, Heide Perlman, Richard Sakai, Paul Flaherty, Dick Blasucci, Tracey Ullman
Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series
Outstanding Writing in a Drama Series
- WinnerL.A. LawSteven Bochco, Terry Louise Fisher
- L.A. LawWilliam M. Finkelstein
- Hill Street BluesJeff Lewis, David Milch, John Romano
- St. ElsewhereJohn Tinker, Tom Fontana, John Masius
- Cagney & LaceyGeorgia Jeffries
- MoonlightingRon Osborn, Jeff Reno
- MoonlightingGlenn Gordon Caron, Jeff Reno, Ron Osborn, Karen Hall, Roger Director, Charles H. Eglee
Outstanding Writing in a Miniseries or a Special
Outstanding Writing in a Variety or Music Program
- WinnerLate Night with David LettermanSteve O'Donnell, Sandy Frank, Joe Toplyn, Chris Elliott, Matt Wickline, Jeff Martin, Gerard Mulligan, Randy Cohen, Larry Jacobson, Kevin Curran, Fred Graver, Adam Resnick, David Letterman
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny CarsonRaymond Siller, Michael Barrie, Jim Mulholland, Kevin Mulholland, Bob Keane, Andrew Nicholls, Darrell Vickers, Hal Goodman, Larry Klein, Gary Belkin
- The Tracey Ullman ShowJames L. Brooks, Jerry Belson, Heide Perlman, Ken Estin, Paul Flaherty, Dick Blasucci, Sue Herring, Matt Groening, Kim Fuller, Sam Simon, Marc Flanagan
- The 41st Annual Tony AwardsJeffrey Lane
- Saturday Night LiveAndy Breckman, A. Whitney Brown, E. Jean Carroll, James Downey, Al Franken, Eddie Gorodetsky, Phil Hartman, George Meyer, Lorne Michaels, Kevin Nealon, Margaret Oberman, Herbert Sargent, Marc Shaiman, Rosie Shuster, Robert Smigel, Jon Vitti, Tom Davis, Bonnie Turner, Terry Turner, Christine Zander