Alright, pay attention. It’s that particular season when a bunch of affluent individuals give each other kudos for creating highbrow films. Yup, it’s the Oscars. If you’re intent on witnessing stars gush over one another while sporting outfits that are pricier than your entire home, you’re going to need the details on how to catch the action without any hassle. Fortunately, I’m ready to lay it all out for you. No fluff, just the essentials.
When Are the 2025 Oscars?
The 2025 Academy Awards are set to take place at Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre on Sunday, March 2, 2025. Here’s when you should be settled in front of the screen:
- 4pm PT (West Coast US)
- 7pm ET (East Coast US)
- 12am GMT – Monday, March 3 (UK)
The show will stretch on for approximately 3½ hours. Thrilling stuff.
Which Channel is Broadcasting the Oscars?
For those of us in the UK, you’ll need to switch to ITV1.
If staying up until the early hours isn’t your style, ITV1 will provide a highlights show at 10:45pm GMT on Monday, March 3. So, you won’t miss out on all the excitement (or boredom, depending on your perspective).
How to Stream the Oscars Online
Streaming in the US
Fortunate Americans can experience the entire event live or later on Hulu or via the ABC app. If you’re someone who collects streaming services like unused gym memberships, you can also find it on Hulu Live TV, YouTubeTV, AT&T TV, and FuboTV.
Streaming in the UK
We Brits can catch it on ITVX. They’ll also offer some behind-the-scenes content if you’re keen on watching celebs act down-to-earth.
Who Will Host the 2025 Oscars?
The ever-entertaining Conan O’Brien will be your host this year. Anticipate some truly clever humour, along with a few cringeworthy instances as stars feign amusement.
What Are the Red Carpet Shows?
Red Carpet Coverage in the US
For those who want hours of celebs uncomfortably posing in glamorous outfits, here’s your lineup:
- On the Red Carpet at the Oscars – streaming on ABC and ABC News Live
- The Oscars Red Carpet Show – 3:30pm PT / 6:30pm ET
And over on E!:
- Live From E!: Countdown to the Oscars – 2pm ET / 11am PT
- Live From E!: The Oscars – 4pm ET / 1pm PT
- Red Carpet Rundown: Oscars – 6:30pm ET / 3:30pm PT
Red Carpet Coverage in the UK
- Red-carpet coverage streaming on ITV – 10:30pm GMT (hosted by Jonathan Ross)
- The Oscars, pre-show available on ITV1 and ITVX – 10:15pm GMT (hosted by Ross King)
Who Are the 2025 Oscar Nominees?
A plethora of films, countless actors, and endless debates about who was snubbed. Here are some of the standout nominees:
Best Picture
- Anora
- The Brutalist
- A Complete Unknown
- Conclave
- Dune: Part Two
- Emilia Pérez
- I’m Still Here
- Nickel Boys
- The Substance
- Wicked
Best Director
- Jacques Audiard – Emilia Pérez
- Sean Baker – Anora
- Brady Corbet – The Brutalist
- Coralie Fargeat – The Substance
- James Mangold – A Complete Unknown
Not going to write everything out here – I’m not Wikipedia. Head over to GadgetLad for the complete list if you’re genuinely that curious.
Summary: An Evening of Pretentious Self-Congratulation
So, there you have it. The 2025 Oscars summarized. Whether you’re watching for the awards, the awkward speeches, or just to see who shows up looking like a human chandelier, now you know when and where to tune in. Personally, I’ll be lifting weights while letting my Jack Russell decide the true Best Picture.
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