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The 2026 Oscars ceremony will unite the most prominent figures in cinema to laud the year’s finest films, acting, and directors. This year’s presentation boasts a fiercely contested group of contenders, headlined by Sinners, which achieved a historic milestone with 16 nods, succeeded by One Battle After Another with 13 nods.
Numerous notable actors are also competing for acting honors. Michael B. Jordan secured a Best Actor nomination for Sinners, while Leonardo DiCaprio is a nominee for One Battle After Another. Other hopefuls include Timothée Chalamet for Marty Supreme and Ethan Hawke for Blue Moon. Concerning the Best Actress category, the nominees include Jessie Buckley for Hamnet, Emma Stone for Bugonia, and Rose Byrne for If I Had Legs I’d Kick You.
Continue reading to discover when the 2026 Oscars are scheduled, the TV network broadcasting the Academy Awards, and the means to view the event live.
When Are the 2026 Oscars?
The 2026 Academy Awards will transpire on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre located in Hollywood, California. The presentation is slated to commence at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT and will be emceed by the comedian Conan O’Brien.
The affair will encompass 24 award divisions, featuring a fresh accolade for exceptional achievement in casting, which will debut at the 2026 ceremony.
What Channel Are the Oscars On?
The Oscars will be broadcast live on ABC within the United States. Viewers possessing cable or satellite television subscriptions can catch the presentation via their local ABC channel when the program initiates at 7 p.m. ET.
Can You Stream the Oscars This Year?
Affirmative. Apart from its ABC broadcast, the 2026 Oscars will also be available for live streaming on Hulu for the very first time. Furthermore, the presentation can be enjoyed via services incorporating ABC, such as Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, FuboTV, and DirecTV Stream.
Who Is Nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars?
The Best Picture contenders for the 2026 Oscars are:
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Bugonia
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F1
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Frankenstein
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Hamnet
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Marty Supreme
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One Battle After Another
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The Secret Agent
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Sentimental Value
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Sinners
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Train Dreams
These motion pictures are vying for the most prestigious award at the 98th Academy Awards, which celebrates films launched in 2025.