Oscars To Stream Live for the First Time in 2025

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As a long-time movie enthusiast who has spent countless hours huddled around the television set during Oscar night, this news brings a wave of excitement and relief. For years, I have had friends from across the border struggling to catch the telecast due to geographical limitations, and now, with the Oscars streaming live on Hulu, we can all gather together, no matter where we are, to celebrate the magic of cinema.

In a shift reflecting changing viewing habits, it appears that streaming has become an inevitable move for award ceremonies, and now, following the lead of others such as the SAG Awards on Netflix, the Oscars are diving into the stream, planning to broadcast Hollywood’s grand event simultaneously with its live airing on ABC.

According to The Wrap, ABC has revealed that the 97th Academy Awards will broadcast live on Hulu for the first time ever, providing a streaming option for people without cable. For those who prefer to watch the awards show on traditional television, it will still air live on ABC starting at 4:00 PM PST/7:00 PM EST on Sunday, March 2, 2025. If you can’t catch the event live in either format, don’t fret! The 97th annual ceremony will also be available to stream on Hulu the following day.

The announcement for live-streaming on Hulu also includes the primary artwork for the event, clearly explaining how people can watch it, whether through ABC or Hulu Live. It’s important to note that ABC isn’t planning to turn the Oscars into an exclusive streaming event, as they’ve been airing on this network for 50 years straight. However, this announcement demonstrates that the executives understand how people consume content today. On a personal level, I have a friend in Canada who faces difficulties every year trying to watch the live telecast because he doesn’t have access to ABC. But with Hulu, this news will be great for him as he won’t need an elaborate hack like in “Ocean’s Eleven” to catch the Academy Awards.

Conan O’Brien Will Be Hosting the Oscars for the First Time

2021’s Academy Awards is gearing up to be quite a spectacle as important decisions have been made. After Jimmy Kimmel, who has hosted before including this year, declined the invitation to return, there was a flurry of activity trying to find a suitable replacement. Many names were suggested, including Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman from Deadpool and Wolverine. Eventually, Conan O’Brien was picked to host the event, making it his debut as the main presenter for this prestigious occasion.

As a dedicated cinephile, I can’t help but feel excited about this year’s Academy Awards. With potential nominations for some remarkable films, including the highly anticipated “Wicked,” the ceremony could be bigger and more exciting than in recent years. The buzz surrounding “Wicked” is palpable, as it has already surpassed the box office success of “Grease” in the domestic market, making it the highest-grossing movie musical to date. Should this captivating film secure nominations across several major categories, I, along with millions of other fans, would eagerly tune in to witness its potential triumphs.

This upcoming 97th Academy Awards, with its mix of blockbuster films and high-quality productions, promises an exciting spectacle for all movie enthusiasts. The year in cinema has been exceptional, and the event will undoubtedly serve as a fitting finale to honor this remarkable period.

The 97th Academy Awards will air live on ABC (and stream live on Hulu!) on March 2, 2025.

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2024-12-11 20:31