Deadline Awards Columnist and Chief Film Critic Pete Hammond gives his take on the top acting contenders for the 2018 Primetime Emmy Awards. Here, he breaks down the categories of Outstanding Lead and Supporting Actress in a Drama Series.

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series

Two past winners in the category, ve…

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series

Just like the lead actor race, this one is ripe for a shakeup since last year's surprise winner, Tatiana Maslany of Orphan Black, hasn't returned due to the show not being eligible this year. That leaves room for a winner from two years ago, a couple of perpetual nominees…