Downton Abbey has taken the lead in this year's TVChoice Awards nominations, securing three nods including Best Drama Series, Best Actor for Allen Leech, and Best Actress for Joanne Froggatt.
BBC One's Happy Valley is also a strong contender, nominated for Best New Drama and Best Actress for Sarah Lancashire's portrayal of police sergeant Sarah Cawood. Sherlock star Benedict Cumberbatch is up for Best Actor once again, with the show also nominated for Best Drama.
In the soap category, Coronation Street's tear-jerking death of Hayley Cropper goes head-to-head with EastEnders' murder of Lucy Beale for Best Soap Storyline. Julie Hesmondhalgh, who played Hayley, is favourite for Best Soap Actress but faces competition from Lindsey Coulson and Michelle Keegan.
Danny Dyer, who plays Mick Carter in EastEnders, is nominated for Best Newcomer alongside his on-screen children Maddy Hill and Sam Strike. Birds Of A Feather, which returned to ITV after 15 years, is up for Best Comedy.
TVChoice editor Jon Peake said: 'This will be our 18th awards ceremony, and we are thrilled that it has become an unmissable event for Britain's biggest stars. They know that the TVChoice Awards are always a special night - and a great chance to thank the loyal viewers who've put them on top.' The awards, hosted by David Mitchell, take place in September.
