The Academy is about to announce the Oscars shortlist 2025, revealing which of this year’s films have a chance to take home one of the coveted golden statuettes and which will fall out of the race.
From all the productions that meet the eligibility criteria, the committee selects between 10 and 15 films per category. Later, this list will be narrowed down even further to reveal the official nominations, which will be announced ahead of the March awards ceremony.
When will the Oscars shortlist 2025 be announced?
The shortlist will be unveiled this Tuesday, December 17.
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Which categories from the shortlist will be announced?
- Documentary Feature
- Documentary Short Subject
- International Feature Film
- Makeup and Hairstyling
- Music (Original Score)
- Music (Original Song)
- Animated Short Film
- Live Action Short Film
- Sound
- Visual Effects
Oscar 2025 favorites
This year, Wicked is expected to lead the nominations, with strong chances in categories such as Makeup and Hairstyling, Sound, and Visual Effects. A strong performance in these areas could strengthen its chances of competing for Best Picture.
Meanwhile, the body horror film The Substance has been one of the year’s biggest surprises, earning five nominations at the Golden Globes and seven at the Critics Choice Awards. Now, expectations are high to see if this thriller can maintain its momentum and earn recognition at the Oscars.
Another strong contender is Emilia Pérez, the Spanish-language musical directed by Jacques Audiard, which is a favorite in categories such as Original Song, International Feature Film, Sound, Makeup and Hairstyling, and Original Score.
When are the 2025 Oscars?
The 97th Academy Awards will take place on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time (U.S.).
How to watch the 2025 Oscars?
The awards ceremony will be available for free through the ABC network, airing from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Eastern Time (U.S.).
Key Dates for the 2025 Oscars
- Sunday, November 17: Governors Awards.
- Monday, December 9: Preliminary voting begins at 6:00 a.m. Eastern Time (U.S.).
- Friday, December 13: Preliminary voting ends at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time (U.S.).
- Tuesday, December 17: Oscars shortlist announcement.
- Tuesday, December 31: End of the eligibility period.
- Wednesday, January 8: Nomination voting begins at 6:00 a.m. Eastern Time (U.S.).
- Sunday, January 12: Nomination voting ends at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time (U.S.).
- Friday, January 17: Official announcement of the Oscar nominations.
- Monday, February 10: Oscar nominees’ luncheon.
- Tuesday, February 11: Final voting begins at 6:00 a.m. Eastern Time (U.S.).
- Tuesday, February 18: Final voting ends at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time (U.S.).
- Tuesday, February 18: Scientific and Technical Awards Ceremony.
- Sunday, March 2: Ceremony for the 97th Academy Awards.
Who is the Oscar statuette modeled after?
The Oscar statuette was modeled after Mexican actor Emilio Fernández Romo, known as “El Indio” due to his Kikapú heritage, a native people residing in northern Mexico and the southern United States. Fernández appeared in numerous western films before returning to Mexico, where he gained prominence as a film director.
How much is an Oscar statuette worth?
Surprisingly, an Oscar has a symbolic value of only one dollar, as winners are strictly prohibited from selling the statuette.
Who has the most Oscar nominations?
Composer John Williams is the living individual with the most Oscar nominations, holding a record of 52.
