The 97th Academy Awards also known as the Oscars, will take place on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California. The prestigious ceremony will be hosted by Conan O’Brien for the first time, will honour the finest achievements in cinema over the past year. Film enthusiasts worldwide eagerly await the event, which will feature major categories such as Best Picture, Best Director, and the highly anticipated acting awards.
This year’s ceremony will introduce a significant change—live performances for the Best Original Song nominees will not take place, a break in tradition for the first time in nearly 80 years. Instead, audiences will get a behind-the-scenes look at the song writing process through personal reflections from artists. Despite this shift, the Oscars promise a night filled with emotional speeches, historic wins, and unforgettable moments.
For those wondering where and when to watch the event, here’s everything you need to know.
In the United States, the Oscars will be broadcast live on ABC, starting at 8:00 PM Eastern Time (ET) / 5:00 PM Pacific Time (PT). ABC’s official website and mobile app will also offer streaming options for cable subscribers. Additionally, popular streaming services such as Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, FuboTV, and DirecTV Stream will provide access to the ceremony.
For audiences in the United Kingdom, ITV1 and ITVX will air the event live. Canadian viewers can tune in on CTV and CTV2 networks. In Australia, Channel Seven and its streaming platform 7plus will provide live coverage. For a comprehensive list of international broadcasters by country, the official Oscars website offers details.
Due to the time difference, Indian audiences can watch the Oscars live on Monday, March 3, 2025, at 5:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST). The ceremony will be broadcast on Star Movies and Star Movies Select. The viewers who prefer streaming can watch the event live on Disney+ Hotstar, provided they have an active subscription. For those who miss the live telecast, highlights and repeat broadcasts are expected later in the day.
The Oscars are not just about the awards but also the dazzling spectacle surrounding them. The red carpet arrivals, featuring celebrity interviews, fashion highlights and unexpected moments, will be covered extensively by ABC and entertainment networks such as E!. Fans can catch all the pre-show excitement before the ceremony begins.
For those unable to watch the live event, many networks and streaming platforms will provide replays and highlight reels afterward. Key moments, emotional speeches, and red carpet fashion will also be widely shared on social media platforms like YouTube, Twitter and Instagram.
As the date approaches, viewers should check local listings and streaming availability in their region to ensure they don’t miss Hollywood’s biggest night. Whether watching on television or online, the 2025 Oscars promise a celebration of storytelling, creativity and cinematic brilliance.
