The 98th Academy Awards Ceremony Begins in Hollywood

The 98th Academy Awards Ceremony Begins in Hollywood

The 98th Academy Awards take place this Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.

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Hosted by Conan O'Brien for the second year in a row, the ceremony celebrates the best of 2025 cinema.

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The film Sinners has made history by securing a record-breaking 16 nominations, putting it in a position to potentially set a new record for total wins.

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Additionally, the Academy has introduced a new competitive category for Best Casting, bringing the total number of awards to 24.

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A notable change this year requires Academy members to watch every nominated film in a category before casting their vote.

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Several artists are aiming for historic firsts tonight, including Brazilian actor Wagner Moura and cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw.

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Viewers in the U.S. can watch live on ABC or stream the ceremony on Hulu as the film community honors a year of exceptional artistic achievement.

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Who is the host of the 98th Academy Awards?

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Conan O'Brien

Which film set a record for the most Oscar nominations in history?

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Sinners

What is the new award category introduced in the 98th ceremony?

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Best Casting

What new requirement must Academy members fulfill before voting?

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They must watch every nominated film in the category.

On which date were the 98th Academy Awards held?

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March 15, 2026

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