LOS ANGELES, CA – The 98th Academy Awards will take place on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, honoring the best films of 2025. Conan O’Brien returns as host for the second consecutive year in Oscars 2026, and the ceremony will air live on ABC and stream on Hulu. This year’s Oscars are historic: Ryan Coogler’s Sinners leads all films with 16 nominations, the most ever for a single movie, breaking the previous record of 14 shared by Titanic, All About Eve, and La La Land.
Who Is Nominated in Oscars 2026?
Sinners, a genre-bending blend of gangster drama and vampire horror, dominates the field with nominations including:
- Best Picture
- Best Actor for Michael B. Jordan
- Best Supporting Actress for Wunmi Mosaku
- Best Supporting Actor for Delroy Lindo
Close behind is Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another with 13 nominations, while Marty Supreme, Frankenstein, and Sentimental Value each earned nine nods.
Best Picture Race
In Oscars 2026 the competition for Hollywood’s top prize includes 10 films:
| Film | Director |
|---|---|
| Sinners | Ryan Coogler |
| One Battle After Another | Paul Thomas Anderson |
| Hamnet | Chloé Zhao |
| Marty Supreme | Josh Safdie |
| Frankenstein | Guillermo del Toro |
| Sentimental Value | Joachim Trier |
| The Secret Agent | Steve McQueen |
| F1: The Movie | Joseph Kosinski |
| Bugonia | Yorgos Lanthimos |
| Train Dreams | Derek Cianfrance |
Best Actor Showdown in Oscars 2026
The Best Actor category features a heavyweight battle:
- Michael B. Jordan – Sinners
- Leonardo DiCaprio – One Battle After Another
- Timothée Chalamet – Marty Supreme
- Ethan Hawke – Blue Moon
- Wagner Moura – The Secret Agent
Best Actress Contenders
The Best Actress race is equally competitive:
- Jessie Buckley – Hamnet
- Rose Byrne – If I Had Legs I’d Kick You
- Emma Stone – Bugonia
- Renate Reinsve – Sentimental Value
- Kate Hudson – Song Sung Blue
Who Is Hosting Oscars 2026?
Conan O’Brien, the beloved former late-night host, returns to emcee the Oscars for the second time. The 61-year-old comedian previously hosted in 2025 and has also hosted the Emmys twice (2002 and 2006).
When the Academy announced his return in March 2025, O’Brien joked: “The only reason I’m hosting the Oscars next year is that I want to hear Adrien Brody finish his speech” – a playful reference to Brody’s lengthy acceptance speech at the 2025 ceremony.
Who Is Presenting?
A star-studded lineup of presenters has been announced:
| Presenter | Known For |
|---|---|
| Adrien Brody | The Brutalist |
| Javier Bardem | No Country for Old Men |
| Kieran Culkin | A Real Pain |
| Chris Evans | Captain America |
| Chase Infiniti | One Battle After Another |
| Mikey Madison | Anora |
| Demi Moore | The Substance |
| Kumail Nanjiani | Eternals |
| Maya Rudolph | SNL |
| Zoe Saldaña | Avatar |
| Will Arnett | Arrested Development |
| Priyanka Chopra Jonas | Citadel |
| Robert Downey Jr. | Oppenheimer |
| Anne Hathaway | The Idea of You |
| Paul Mescal | Gladiator II |
| Gwyneth Paltrow | Sliding Doors |
When and Where Are the Oscars 2026?
- Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026
- Time: 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT (Red carpet begins at 6:30 p.m. ET)
- Location: Dolby Theatre, Hollywood, California
- Venue Capacity: 3,300 seats
The Dolby Theatre (formerly Kodak Theatre) has hosted the Oscars since 2001 and was specifically designed with the Academy Awards broadcast in mind.
How to Watch the 2026 Oscars
| Platform | Details |
|---|---|
| ABC | Live TV broadcast (7–10 p.m. ET) |
| ABC app | Live stream for cable subscribers |
| Hulu | Live stream (with subscription) |
| FuboTV | Live stream (with subscription) |
The official red carpet pre-show begins at 6:30 p.m. ET / 3:30 p.m. PT, hosted by British comedian Amelia Dimoldenberg.
Why This Year Matters
The Oscars 2026 are historic for several reasons:
- Record-Breaking Nominations: Sinners earned 16 nominations, the most in Academy history.
- Diverse Storytelling: From vampire horror to Formula 1 drama, this year’s nominees span an unprecedented range of genres.
- Box Office Power: Several Best Picture nominees, including F1: The Movie and Sinners, were major commercial successes.
- Conan’s Return: O’Brien’s second hosting stint promises sharp comedy and memorable moments.
Streaming Options
Cord-cutters have multiple ways to watch:
- Hulu: Live stream included with subscription
- FuboTV: Free trial available for new users
- YouTube TV: ABC live stream available in most markets
What to Expect
With Sinners chasing Oscar history, One Battle After Another close behind, and Conan O’Brien back in the host’s seat, the Oscars 2026 promise drama, laughs, and unforgettable moments.
Will Ryan Coogler make history? Can Michael B. Jordan take home Best Actor? Will Conan deliver another iconic monologue in Oscars 2026?
Tune in March 15 to find out.
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