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Oscars 2026: Early Start, Surprising Tributes
13 Mar
Summary
- 98th Academy Awards start March 15 at an earlier 7 p.m. ET.
- Ceremony airs on ABC and streams on Hulu, YouTube TV, AT&T TV, FuboTV.
- Special reunions and performances to honor film anniversaries and stars.
The 98th Annual Academy Awards are scheduled for Sunday, March 15, marking the conclusion of a highly competitive awards season. The ceremony will commence an hour earlier than usual, at 7 p.m. ET, live from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. This adjustment provides an earlier finish for viewers across the East Coast.
The prestigious event will be broadcast on ABC, a tradition since 1976, and for the second consecutive year, it will be available for streaming on Hulu. Additional streaming options include YouTube TV, AT&T TV, and FuboTV, ensuring broad accessibility.
Conan O'Brien is set to host the 98th Academy Awards, returning after his well-received performance at the previous year's ceremony. The show will feature several notable presenters, including past acting winners and Hollywood stars.
This year's ceremony will also include special segments. Barbra Streisand is expected to perform during the In Memoriam tribute, honoring Robert Redford. A reunion of "When Harry Met Sally" stars Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan is planned, as is a celebration of the 15th anniversary of "Bridesmaids" with its cast. Performances of the nominated original songs "I Lie to You" and "Golden" will also be featured.
