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Oscars Ditch ABC for YouTube in 2029
9 Mar
Summary
- The Oscars will move to YouTube in 2029 for a four-year run.
- ABC will continue to broadcast the ceremony until 2029.
- The move aims for global accessibility with free access and multiple languages.
The prestigious Academy Awards ceremony is scheduled to transition from its longtime home on ABC to YouTube starting in 2029. This significant change comes after a partnership that has lasted over six decades.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has confirmed that ABC will broadcast the Oscars for three more years before the ceremony moves to YouTube for a four-year period beginning in 2029.
This move is expected to significantly enhance global accessibility, offering free worldwide access to the event. Plans include providing closed captioning and multiple audio language options, making the celebration of film theoretically available to anyone with internet access.
The transition to YouTube is seen as a forward-thinking step, potentially offering a more stable viewing experience compared to recent streaming glitches. It aligns with a broader trend of award shows moving towards digital platforms.
