The date for the most important night in cinema is finally here! The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has revealed when the 2026 Academy Awards will take place, as well as who will be the host and the venue that will host the event. Here are all the details.
When will the 2026 Oscars take place?
According to the Academy, the 98th edition of the Oscars will take place on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
What time will the 2026 Oscars be?
The awards ceremony will begin at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT.
Where can I watch the 2026 Oscars?
As in previous editions, the broadcast will be handled by ABC. It will also be available on various streaming platforms and channels in over 200 territories worldwide.
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Where will the 2026 Oscars be held?
The event will be held at the Dolby Theatre in Ovation Hollywood.
Who will host the 2026 Academy Awards?
For the second consecutive year, renowned television host, writer, producer, and comedian Conan O’Brien, an Emmy Award winner, will be the one to host the Academy Awards broadcast.
O’Brien is widely known for hosting late-night shows like “Late Night with Conan O’Brien“, “The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien“, and “Conan”. Before his successful career as a host, he worked as a writer for “Saturday Night Live” and “The Simpsons“.
Currently, O’Brien is the host of the podcast “Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend“, the MAX travel show “Conan O’Brien Must Go”, and also has a supporting role in the film “If I Had Legs I’d Kick You”. Throughout his career, he has won five Primetime Emmy Awards and received 31 nominations for his outstanding work.
2025 Oscars Break Audience Records
Under O’Brien’s hosting, the 97th edition of the Academy Awards, held on March 2 this year, achieved its highest audience in five years, with a total of 19.69 million viewers and a 4.54 rating in the 18-49 age group.
Additionally, it became the most-watched entertainment broadcast in prime time, both in total audience and in the adult segment, during the 2024-2025 season.
The latest edition of the Academy Awards also recorded 104.2 million social interactions, becoming the most social TV program of the season so far, surpassing the “Grammy Awards” (102.2 million interactions) and the “Super Bowl” (62.4 million), marking the first time in history this has happened.
Who won the Best Picture award at the 2025 Oscars?
The film Anora won the Best Picture award at the 2025 Academy Awards, held on Sunday, March 2.
What is the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences?
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences consists of over 10,500 artists and influential leaders in the international film industry. Its goal is to recognize and celebrate all elements that make up the arts and sciences of film, standing out for its awards for excellence, including the Academy Awards.
With the largest collection of cinematic materials in the world, the Academy is a pioneer in the conservation, preservation, and exhibition of objects related to the seventh art. Through its Museum, it offers captivating exhibitions, screenings, and activities that explore the history, present, and future of cinema.
Additionally, it is dedicated to inspiring new generations of artists and promoting opportunities for underrepresented communities to enter the world of film. In all its initiatives, the Academy seeks to unite audiences worldwide through their shared love for the creation and appreciation of films.
