The 98th Academy Awards, better known as the Oscars, will bring Hollywood's biggest night back to television screens around the world in 2026. Whether you are in the United States or traveling abroad, there are several reliable ways to watch the ceremony live or stream it online.
Here is a clear guide to watching the 2026 Oscars from anywhere.
When and Where the 2026 Oscars Air
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Dolby Theatre
The 2026 Oscars will take place at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, the traditional home of the ceremony organized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time / 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time
The broadcast typically begins with red carpet coverage about one hour earlier.
How to Watch the Oscars in the United States
The ceremony will air live on ABC, which has held the broadcast rights to the Oscars for decades.
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Watch on TV
Tune into your local ABC channel at the scheduled time.
Stream Online
You can also watch live through several streaming platforms that carry ABC, including:
• Hulu + Live TV
• YouTube TV
• Fubo
• DirecTV Stream
Many of these services offer free trials, which can be useful if you want to watch the Oscars without a cable subscription.
ABC will also typically stream the ceremony through its ABC app for viewers who sign in with a participating TV provider.
How to Watch the Oscars Outside the U.S.
International viewers can still watch the Oscars live or shortly after broadcast through regional networks or streaming platforms that hold rights in their country.
Examples include:
• Canada: CTV
• United Kingdom: ITV
• Latin America: TNT and HBO Max in many markets
• Australia: Channel 7
If the ceremony is not available in your country, many viewers access the U.S. broadcast using a VPN service that allows them to stream through platforms like Hulu Live or YouTube TV.
A VPN lets you connect to a U.S. server so the streaming service treats you as if you are located in the United States.
How to Watch the Oscars Red Carpet
Before the awards begin, major networks host live red carpet shows featuring interviews with nominees and presenters.
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The official Oscars red carpet coverage can usually be watched through:
• The Oscars YouTube channel
• The Academy's social media accounts
• ABC's pre-show broadcast
Entertainment outlets such as E!, Variety, and The Hollywood Reporter also provide live coverage online.
Watching the Oscars After the Broadcast
If you miss the live show, highlights and key moments are usually available quickly.
You can watch:
• Award acceptance speeches on the Oscars YouTube channel
• Highlights on ABC and entertainment news websites
• Full segments through streaming platforms that recorded the broadcast
Major outlets typically upload the biggest moments within minutes of the ceremony.
What to Expect at the 2026 Oscars
The Oscars celebrate the best films and performances of the past year across categories including Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best Director. The ceremony often features musical performances from nominated songs, appearances by major stars, and tributes to film legends.
With nominees, presenters, and performers from across the global film industry, the Oscars remain one of the most watched entertainment events in the world.
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