Movie buffs get your popcorn ready! It is almost time for Hollywood's biggest night the Academy Awards! If you are like everyone else you are probably wondering "When do the Oscars actually start?". Fear not film fans because we have got all the details you need to make sure you do not miss a single moment of the 97th annual ceremony. From start times to how to watch and what to expect we are breaking it all down for you right here.
Mark Your Calendars! The Oscars 2025 Date and Time You Need to Know (Plus Where to Watch!)
The 97th Academy Awards are happening on Sunday March 2 2025. Yes that is right around the corner! So set those reminders and clear your schedules.
Now for the crucial question: what time do the Oscars actually kick off? The main ceremony broadcast starts at 4 PM Pacific Time (PT). If you are on the East Coast that means tuning in at 7 PM Eastern Time (ET). No matter where you are you will want to be settled in before then because the red carpet action and maybe even some pre-show fun will likely start before the official ceremony time.
Want to watch the Oscars live? You have a few options. The show will be broadcast on ABC television network. So if you have cable or an antenna you can watch it on ABC. If you are a cord-cutter no problem! You can also stream the Oscars live on Hulu. Basically you have no excuse to miss out!
Conan O'Brien Takes the Stage! Get Ready for a Hilarious Oscars Hosting Gig
This year's Oscars host is someone known for making people laugh: it is none other than comedian Conan O'Brien! If you are familiar with Conan's late-night talk shows you know he is going to bring the funny. This is actually Conan's first time hosting the Academy Awards ceremony but he is not new to hosting big awards shows. He has hosted the Emmys twice before so he is definitely ready for the Oscars stage.
The Oscars will once again be held at its usual iconic location the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood California. So expect all the glitz glamour and red carpet craziness you have come to associate with the Oscars from this famous venue.
What to Expect at the 2025 Oscars: Nominees Surprises and Maybe Some History in the Making
The 2025 Oscars are shaping up to be pretty interesting. The movie Emilia Pérez is leading the nomination pack with a whopping 13 nods! That includes nominations for Best Picture Best Director Best Writing and multiple acting nominations. It is definitely a film to watch out for.
One nomination that is already making history is Karla Sofía Gascón. She is the first transgender woman ever nominated for Best Actress for her role in Emilia Pérez. That is a huge moment for representation at the Oscars.
Other movies with a lot of nominations include Wicked and The Brutalist both with 10 nominations each. They are also competing for Best Picture and Best Director so it is going to be a tight race. Keep an eye on Cynthia Erivo nominated for Best Actress in Wicked. If she wins she will achieve EGOT status which means winning an Emmy Grammy Oscar and Tony Award! That is a rare feat.
For the guys Timothée Chalamet is nominated for Best Actor for playing Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown. If he wins at 29 years old he would break the record for youngest Best Actor winner currently held by Adrien Brody who won at age 29 as well. Talk about a close call! But he has some tough competition including Adrien Brody himself also nominated this year. It is going to be a nail-biting night!
Oscars 2025 - Key Details at a Glance:
- Date: Sunday March 2 2025
- Start Time: 4 PM Pacific Time (PT) / 7 PM Eastern Time (ET)
- Host: Conan O'Brien
- Location: Dolby Theatre Hollywood California
- TV Channel: ABC
- Streaming: Hulu
- Most Nominated Film: Emilia Pérez (13 Nominations)
Get Ready for the Gold! The 2025 Oscars are Almost Here!
So there you have it everything you need to know about when to watch the Oscars 2025 . Mark your calendars set your reminders and get ready for a night of Hollywood celebration surprises and hopefully some memorable moments. It is going to be an Oscars ceremony you do not want to miss!