The Big Night Details
Date and Venue
The 96th Oscars are scheduled to take place on March 10 at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood.
Time and Broadcasting
The live broadcast of the event will begin at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT on ABC, an hour earlier than previous years.
Red Carpet Show
ABC’s Pre-Show
Tune in to ABC’s official pre-show, “Countdown to Oscars: On the Red Carpet Live!” for live interviews with nominees and presenters. Hosted by Linsey Davis and Whit Johnson, the pre-show will be streamed on ABC News Live from 1-4 p.m. ET.
Commentary and Highlights
Stay updated with commentary from “GMA3: What You Need to Know” co-anchors Eva Pilgrim and DeMarco Morgan, along with insights from ABC News correspondents and contributors. Additionally, get fashion insights from celebrity stylist Joe Zee.
Exclusive Hosts
Vanessa Hudgens and Julianne Hough will host “The Oscars Red Carpet Show,” a 30-minute pre-show starting at 6:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
Nominations Overview
Top-Nominated Films
- “Oppenheimer” by Christopher Nolan leads with 13 nominations.
- “Poor Things” by Yorgos Lanthimos follows closely with 11 nominations.
- “Killers of the Flower Moon” directed by Martin Scorsese is up for 10 nominations.
 An Evening of Glamour and Excellence
The Oscars promise an unforgettable night of glamour, celebration, and recognition of outstanding talent in the film industry. With an array of nominees and captivating pre-show events, anticipation is high for another spectacular awards ceremony.
