Washington, D.C. [US], April 8, 2026 – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the dates for the 99th and 100th Academy Awards, marking a major milestone in global cinema.
Key Dates Confirmed
The Academy will host:
- The 99th Oscars on March 14, 2027
- The 100th Oscars on March 5, 2028
The organizers will hold both ceremonies at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. ABC will broadcast the events live at 7 p.m. ET in more than 200 countries.
Broadcast Changes Ahead
ABC will air the Oscars until 2028. After that, the Academy will shift the broadcast to YouTube in 2029.
The Academy will also change the venue. From 2029, it will host the ceremony at the Peacock Theatre for the next decade.
Viewership and Industry Buzz
The latest Oscars ceremony attracted 17.86 million viewers across ABC and Hulu. Last year, the event recorded 19.7 million viewers.
Despite the drop, industry experts expect strong competition in upcoming awards seasons due to several big film releases.
Awards Season Timeline
The Academy has set the schedule for the 2026–2027 awards season:
- Eligibility Period: January 1 to December 31, 2026
- Nominations Announcement: January 21, 2027
- Final Ceremony: March 14, 2027
Host Announcement Pending
The Academy has not announced the host yet. Fans now await further updates.
