When are the 2026 Oscars? Date, TV channel, host and key details revealed

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has officially confirmed key details for the 2026 Oscars, setting the stage for the 98th annual Academy Awards ceremony. 

The world’s most prestigious film awards will take place on Sunday, March 15, 2026, bringing together the biggest names in global cinema to honor outstanding achievements in film.

The ceremony will once again be held at the Dolby Theatre in Ovation Hollywood, Los Angeles, a venue that has become synonymous with the Oscars in recent decades. The location reinforces Hollywood’s status as the heart of the international film industry and the traditional home of the Academy Awards.

Broadcast arrangements for the 2026 Oscars have also been finalized. ABC will air the ceremony live on television, while Hulu will offer a simultaneous livestream for subscribers in the United States. The dual broadcast strategy reflects the Academy’s continued effort to expand digital accessibility and engage younger audiences without moving away from traditional television viewership.

Comedian and television host Conan O’Brien has been confirmed to return as the host for a second consecutive year. His reappointment follows positive feedback from audiences and critics after his previous hosting performance, which balanced humor with a fast-paced presentation.

Nominations for the 2026 Academy Awards will be announced on January 22, 2026, via ABC News Live, with streaming availability on Disney+ and Hulu. This year, the Academy is implementing a significant voting rule requiring members to view all nominated films in a category before casting final-round votes, aiming to strengthen fairness and transparency.

The 98th Oscars will feature 24 competitive categories, including the newly introduced Best Casting award, marking a historic addition to the ceremony’s long-standing tradition.