Where to Stream the Oscars 2026 Live: How to Watch the Academy Awards
For the first time, Hulu is offering livestream options. Here’s how you can watch the Academy Awards live this year.
The 2026 Academy Awards are on the horizon, and soon, cinephiles will see who the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures chose as the Best Actor, Actress and Picture. But for viewers tuning in at home, they want to know how they can watch the 2026 Oscars live. Luckily, Hulu is offering the chance to watch the ceremony.
Below, find out how you can tune into the 2026 Academy Awards!
When Are the 2026 Oscars?
The 2026 Academy Awards will take place on Sunday, March 15, at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT.
Can I Stream the Oscars for Free This Year?
Yes! For the first time, the Oscars will be available to stream live on Hulu for all subscribers.
How Long Is the Oscars Ceremony?
As viewers already know, each Academy Awards ceremony encourages its winners and presenters to keep their speeches within a limited time frame. The 2026 Oscars ceremony is expected to be around three hours, ending at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT.
Who Is Hosting the Oscars?
Conan O’Brien is back to host the 98th Academy Awards. This will mark the comedian’s second year hosting the awards show. Previously, he hosted the Emmy Awards.
Who Is Nominated for Best Picture at the 2026 Oscars?
- Bugonia
- F1
- Frankenstein
- Hamnet
- Marty Supreme
- One Battle After Another
- The Secret Agent
- Sentimental Value
- Sinners
- Train Dreams
Who Is Nominated for Best Actor & Actress at the 2026 Oscars?
The following are the nominees in the Best Actor and Actress in a Leading Role categories:
Actor in a Leading Role
- Timothée Chalamet, Marty Supreme
- Leonardo DiCaprio, One Battle After Another
- Ethan Hawke, Blue Moon
- Michael B. Jordan, Sinners
- Wagner Moura, The Secret Agent
Actress in a Leading Role
- Jessie Buckley, Hamnet
- Rose Byrne, If I Had Legs I’d Kick You
- Kate Hudson, Song Sung Blue
- Renate Reinsve, Sentimental Value
- Emma Stone, Bugonia