Movie fans it's Oscar Sunday! The 97th Academy Awards are happening tonight and Hollywood is buzzing. There are some frontrunners for sure but also a lot of categories are still anyone's guess. One of the biggest excitements? Demi Moore is nominated for Best Actress! Let's break down the Oscar race Demi's nomination and how you can catch all the action.
Demi Moore in the Oscar Spotlight: Nominated for Best Actress for Her Role in 'The Substance'
That's right Demi Moore is an Oscar nominee! She is up for Best Actress for her performance in the body horror film The Substance. This is a major moment for Demi and fans are thrilled to see her recognized for such a bold and talked-about role. She is in a strong category with some other fantastic actresses but a win for Demi would definitely be a highlight of the night.
Demi has been hitting the pre-Oscar events looking radiant. She attended the annual Chanel and Charles Finch dinner at the Beverly Hills Hotel the night before the show looking every bit the movie star. Whether she wins or not this nomination is a testament to her talent and career.
The Oscar Race is Wide Open: 'Emilia Pérez' 'The Brutalist' and 'Wicked' Lead the Pack But Anything Could Happen!
This year's Oscars are not a done deal. While some films are leading in nominations it feels like almost anything could happen in the major categories especially Best Picture. Emilia Pérez a musical crime film from Netflix is leading with a whopping 13 nominations. That is huge but there is a catch. Critics are pretty divided on Emilia Pérez. Some love it some are not so sure. If it wins Best Picture with mixed reviews it would be pretty surprising.
Other big contenders for Best Picture include The Brutalist and Wicked both with 10 nominations each. Conclave and A Complete Unknown are also in the mix. It is really anyone's guess which film will take home the top prize tonight. Some insiders thought Anora might be a frontrunner early on but the race has shifted quite a bit. Even a late entry from Timothée Chalamet in A Complete Unknown has added to the buzz and uncertainty.
One thing is for sure: it is not boring. This year's Oscars are full of twists turns and potential upsets. Get ready for some surprises!
Red Carpet Glamour and Pre-Oscar Parties: Chanel Dinner Sets the Stage for a Star-Studded Night
Of course it is not just about the awards themselves it is also about the glitz glamour and fashion of the Oscars. The Red carpet is always a major event and this year is no exception. One trend that is already emerging on the red carpet is sculpted gowns. Best Supporting Actress nominee Ariana Grande arrived in a blush pink Schiaparelli dress with a sculpted look and Stacy Martin from The Brutalist wore a Louis Vuitton gown with a dramatic skirt.
The annual Chanel and Charles Finch pre-Oscars dinner is always a hot ticket event and this year's was packed with stars. Besides Demi Moore other Oscar nominees at the dinner included Adrien Brody Jeremy Strong and Ralph Fiennes. Lupita Nyong'o Elle Fanning Dakota Fanning and many more Hollywood names were also there. Harvey Keitel and Willem Dafoe had a fun reunion and even shared a kiss on the cheek! It is all about celebrating film and fashion before the big show.
How to Watch the 2025 Oscars: Channel Streaming Time and Conan O'Brien's Hosting Debut
Want to watch the Oscars tonight? Here is how:
- Channel: ABC is broadcasting the Oscars live as usual.
- Streaming: For the first time ever you can also stream the Oscars live on Hulu. Hulu Live TV YouTube TV DirecTV Stream and FuboTV are other streaming services that carry ABC and will be showing the ceremony. Some of these offer free trials if you are a new subscriber.
- Time: The Oscars ceremony starts at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT on Sunday March 2nd. The official red carpet pre-show on ABC and Hulu begins at 6:30 p.m. ET. E! also has their red carpet coverage starting earlier at 4 p.m. ET.
- Host: Conan O'Brien is hosting the Oscars for the first time. He is taking over from Jimmy Kimmel who hosted multiple times. Conan is known for his comedy so expect some laughs along with the awards. He told Jimmy Kimmel he started working on his Oscars material just four hours before the show and was pulling an all-nighter! Sounds like classic Conan.
Key Oscar Nominations to Watch: Best Picture Best Actress and More Top Categories
Here are some of the major Oscar categories and the nominees to keep an eye on tonight especially Best Actress where Demi Moore is in the running:
- Best Picture:
- Anora
- The Brutalist
- A Complete Unknown
- Conclave
- Dune: Part Two
- Emilia Pérez
- I’m Still Here
- Nickel Boys
- The Substance
- Wicked
- Best Actress:
- Cynthia Erivo, Wicked
- Karla Sofía Gascón, Emilia Pérez
- Mikey Madison, Anora
- Demi Moore, The Substance
- Fernanda Torres, I’m Still Here
- Best Actor:
- Adrien Brody, The Brutalist
- Timothée Chalamet, A Complete Unknown
- Colman Domingo, Sing Sing
- Ralph Fiennes, Conclave
- Sebastian Stan, The Apprentice
- Best Supporting Actress:
- Monica Barbaro, A Complete Unknown
- Ariana Grande, Wicked
- Felicity Jones, The Brutalist
- Isabella Rossellini, Conclave
- Zoe Saldaña, Emilia Pérez
- Best Screenplay:
- Anora
- The Brutalist
- A Real Pain
- September 5
- The Substance
- Best Adapted Screenplay:
- Conclave
- A Complete Unknown
- Emilia Pérez
- Nickel Boys
- Sing Sing
Get Ready for Oscar Night: Surprises Celebrations and a Night to Remember!
The 2025 Oscars are shaping up to be an exciting and unpredictable night. Will Emilia Pérez defy the critics and sweep the awards? Will Demi Moore take home Best Actress? Who will deliver the most memorable acceptance speech? Tune in tonight to ABC or stream on Hulu to find out! It's Hollywood's biggest night and you won't want to miss a moment.