The 98th annual Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, will take place on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre. The event will feature red carpet coverage starting at 12:30 p.m. PT, leading up to the awards ceremony which begins at 4 p.m. PT. Conan O’Brien is set to host this year’s ceremony.
Viewers can catch the Oscars on ABC, Hulu, and E!, with live red carpet coverage available on Peacock starting at 1 p.m. This year marks a significant milestone as the inaugural best casting Oscar will be awarded, highlighting the importance of casting in film production.
Among the nominees, Jessie Buckley is predicted to win best actress for her role in “Hamnet,” while Michael B. Jordan is favored to take home the best actor award for his performance in “Sinners,” which has received an impressive 16 nominations. Sean Penn is anticipated to win best supporting actor for his role in “One Battle After Another,” and Paul Thomas Anderson is expected to secure the best director award for the same film.
The Oscars 2026 will honor achievements in films released in 2025, marking the culmination of a long awards season that began in early January. As the event approaches, excitement builds around the nominees and their anticipated performances on the red carpet.
As viewers prepare for the Oscars red carpet, they are encouraged to look out for the fashion choices of the nominees. “Dress for the job you want—and on the Oscar red carpet 2026, eagle-eyed viewers should look out for which nominees are dressed like they’re ready to take the stage and hoist that statuette high above their head during a rousing acceptance speech,” a source noted.
With the event just days away, fans and industry insiders alike are eager to see how the nominees will present themselves on one of the most glamorous nights in Hollywood. Details remain unconfirmed regarding any last-minute changes to the lineup or additional surprises planned for the evening.