The 64th Annual Primetime Emmy Nominations Are Here

The 2012 Emmy nominations are out, and with exception of a few newcomers like "Girls" and "Veep," the list is dominated by veterans of the award. "Modern Family" actors retain a huge presence in comedy, "Mad Men" and "Breaking Bad" remain giant forces in drama, and "American Horror Story" is back for another crack at the miniseries category. Here is a list of this year's major nominees in comedy and drama; you can check out the full list here. The Emmy Awards will air September 23rd, so tune in if you want to see if your favorite show goes home with a trophy:

Outstanding Comedy Series

"Curb Your Enthusiasm"
"Girls"
"30 Rock"
"Veep"
"Modern Family"
"The Big Bang Theory"

Lead Actress is a Comedy Series

Zooey Deschanel, "New Girl"
Lena Dunham, "Girls"
Edie Falco, "Nurse Jackie"
Amy Poehler, "Parks and Recreation
Tina Fey, "30 Rock"
Julia Louis Dreyfus, "Veep"
Melissa McCarthy, 'Mike & Molly"

Lead Actor in a Comedy Series

Larry David, "Curb Your Enthusiasm"
Jon Cryer, "Two and A Half Men"
Louis C.K., "Louie"
Jim Parsons, "The Big Bang Theory"
Don Cheadle, "House Of Lies"
Alec Baldwin, "30 Rock"

Outstanding Drama Series

"Boardwalk Empire"
"Mad Men"
"Game of Thrones"
"Breaking Bad"
"Downton Abbey"
"Homeland"

Lead Actress in a Drama Series

Julianna Margulies, "The Good Wife"
Michelle Dockery, "Downton Abbey"
Elisabeth Moss, "Mad Men"
Kathy Bates, "Harry's Law"
Claire Danes, "Homeland"
Glenn Close, "Damages"

Lead Actor in a Drama Series

Steve Buscemi, "Boardwalk Empire"
Michael C. Hall, "Dexter"
Bryan Cranston, "Breaking Bad"
Hugh Bonneville, "Downton Abbey"
Jon Hamm, "Mad Men"
Damian Lewis, "Homeland"