Jon Hamm portrays advertising executive Don Draper in a scene from the fifth season premiere of "Mad Men." (AP Photo/AMC, Ron Jaffe, File)

By Matthew Gilbert Globe Staff

There’s always disappointment attached to the announcement of the Emmy nominations. But this year’s list, revealed this morning in a ceremony featuring Kerry Washington and Jimmy Kimmel in pajamas, was a bit of a bummer. There were treats – massive love for “Downton Abbey,” “Homeland,” “Breaking Bad,” “Mad Men,” and “Girls” – but the omissions were glaring.

First of all, on what planet is “Parks and Recreation” not among the best comedies of the last season? The NBC show, featuring one of TV’s sweetest and funniest ensembles, was almost entirely ignored. No Aziz Ansari, no Aubrey Plaza, no Adam Scott. And no Nick Offerman? Offerman’s Ron Swanson may be one of TV’s most cleverly designed and indelible characters right now. Good thing Offerman was replaced this morning by Kimmel, because he was delayed by “weather-related travel delays.” His reaction to the snub might have been painful to watch. Only star Amy Poehler got a deserved nod.

Also conspicuously missing from the best comedy list: “Louie,” “Enlightened,” and “Community,” three of the richest series TV has to offer right now. Yes, “The Big Bang Theory” has its wacky charm, and “Curb Your Enthusiasm” continues to drop classic half-hours in between filler – but as best comedy nominees, they are relatively stale.