The 2025 Oscars, also known as the 95th Academy Awards, are set to take place on March 2, 2025, starting at 8 PM EST. The ceremony will be held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California, and will be broadcast live on ABC. For those looking to stream the event, it will be available on various platforms including Hulu with Live TV, YouTube TV, and FuboTV.
This year’s nominees include critically acclaimed films and performances that have captivated audiences around the globe. Some highlighted nominees for Best Picture include ‘The Whale’, directed by Darren Aronofsky, and ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’, directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert. The Best Actor category features standout performances by Brendan Fraser for ‘The Whale’, alongside others like Austin Butler from ‘Elvis’ and Colin Farrell for ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’. In the Best Actress category, we see performances by Michelle Yeoh for ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ and Cate Blanchett for ‘Tár’.
Fans can tune in for red-carpet coverage starting earlier in the day from around 5 PM EST, allowing a glimpse of their favorite stars arriving at the event. The Academy has emphasized this year’s focus on diversity and inclusion in filmmaking, showcasing films from a wide range of voices and perspectives.
To catch the ceremony for free, many are encouraged to explore services that offer free trials, or check with their cable providers for any special offers. Streaming the awards has grown immensely popular, reflecting how audiences consume media today. Additionally, a variety of social media platforms will provide live updates, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and even exclusive content for fans wanting to stay connected throughout the event.
