In a groundbreaking move, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced that the 2025 Oscars will be available to stream live on Hulu. This significant decision marks the first time the prestigious awards ceremony can be accessed on a streaming platform, expanding its reach to a broader audience. The event will be broadcasted on Sunday, March 23, 2025, and will be available to both Hulu subscribers and Disney+ customers who bundle their subscriptions. This history-making partnership between Hulu and the Academy is set against a backdrop of increasing emphasis on digital streaming in the entertainment industry.
The Academy’s President, Janet Yang, stated, “The Academy has always been dedicated to evolving and enhancing the viewing experience for audiences around the world. By collaborating with Hulu, we are thrilled to embrace the future of entertainment and reach new fans of the Oscars.”
Hulu, owned by The Walt Disney Company, has been gaining traction with streaming content, making this partnership a strategic move to harness its growing user base. Disney’s CEO, Bob Iger, commented, “This collaboration symbolizes our commitment to delivering unparalleled content to our viewers on platforms where they prefer to interact. We are excited to partner with the Academy to stream this iconic event.”
Fans can expect more interactive features with the online stream, enhancing their viewing experience. Hulu plans to integrate various tools that may allow viewers to engage with the Oscars in real time and provide alternative viewing options. Additionally, a multi-camera view might be introduced, giving fans a choice of which angle to watch the performances and speeches.
This partnership comes as traditional television viewing continues to decline, while streaming services have seen a significant rise in viewership. The Academy’s move aims to appeal to younger demographics, who increasingly prefer watching events on streaming platforms rather than traditional TV networks. The Oscars have been a key event for ABC, which has broadcasted the ceremony since 1976, but with this shift, ABC is expected to maintain a role in the production while ‘Hulu’ takes the lead in streaming.
As the entertainment landscape evolves, the 2025 Oscars represents more than just a shift in broadcasting; it reflects the changing habits of viewers, revealing how the Academy is adapting to meet the audience where they are. Janet Yang concluded, “We are eager to embrace these new avenues of connection with audiences, ensuring the Oscars remain relevant and accessible for all.”
