The 98th Academy Awards, widely known as the Oscars, are set to take place on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California. Hosted again by Conan O’Brien, the ceremony will honor the best films and creative achievements of 2025 across 24 competitive categories, including Best Picture, acting, directing, and technical awards, and will be broadcast live on ABC and streamed on Hulu to audiences in over 200 territories worldwide. Nominations in all categories were announced on January 22, 2026, after rounds of voting by members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, with films like Sinners, One Battle After Another, and Hamnet among those contending for top honors.
This year’s Oscars continue to blend tradition with innovation as the Academy celebrates cinematic storytelling and behind‑the‑scenes craft. The event not only showcases the industry’s most celebrated feature films but also shines a spotlight on artistry in areas from cinematography to sound design, animation, and original music. The ceremony itself is a cultural touchstone in global entertainment, bringing together filmmakers, stars, and creatives for an evening of red‑carpet glamour and industry recognition that marks the culmination of the annual awards season.
