Emmy Winner Predictions: Best Guest Actor in a Drama Series

Going out of order with my predictions because the guest categories are awarded this Saturday. Nominees are pictured in alphabetical order.

I don’t imagine Oliver Platt figuring into the race much for this one. His guest-starring role on “Nip/Tuck” was amusing, but hardly a role deserving of accolades. Ditto Stanley Tucci, who won last year in the corresponding comedy category for “Monk.” I think his recurring arc on “ER” was probably terrific (it’s the only one I haven’t seen), but it’s probably a less showy performance than others here. Charles Durning has been asking for awards attention since season one of “Rescue Me,” and this year he finally gets it. He could win based on his impressive filmography and great work on the show. The same goes for Robert Morse, especially since “Mad Men” could sweep all the categories. I think the race is down to two people: Glynn Turman and Robin Williams. Turman was incredible on “In Treatment,” and if voters actually watch the episode, he has a decent shot, and it would be nice to see him rewarded after Blair Underwood was altogether snubbed. Williams, in a highly promoted guest spot, seems the likely winner for his impressive turn on “Law & Order: SVU” due in part to the rareness of his TV guest appearances.

Who should win: Glynn Turman
Who will win: Robin Williams (alternate: Glynn Turman)