When Are The Oscars Being Televised?
The 96th Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, will be televised live on Sunday, March 10, 2024, starting at the earlier time of 7 PM Eastern Time / 4 PM Pacific Time. A 30-minute pre-show will air from 6:30-7:00 PM EDT/3:30-4:00 PM PDT on ABC. Immediately following the awards ceremony, ABC will broadcast a new episode of the Emmy-winning comedy series, “Abbott Elementary.”
The Oscars 2024 ceremony will be held at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles, California, and broadcast live on ABC to viewers in the United States and over 200 territories worldwide. For those unable to watch on traditional television, live streaming options are available.
Jimmy Kimmel with the cast of Barbie promoting the Oscars.
Viewers can access the live broadcast of the Oscars 2024 online through the ABC website (abc.com) and the ABC app. These streaming options require a participating TV provider account and are available in select markets. Check the ABC website’s FAQ section for details about eligibility and supported devices.
ABC offers various ways to watch the Oscars live, ensuring accessibility for viewers across different platforms. You can tune in on your television via the ABC channel, stream live on abc.com, or utilize the ABC app on compatible smartphones, tablets, computers, and connected devices such as Roku, AppleTV, and Amazon Fire TV.
The Oscars telecast will be directed by Hamish Hamilton, with Raj Kapoor serving as showrunner and executive producer. Molly McNearney and Katy Mullan will also join the production team as executive producers. Jimmy Kimmel will return to host the Oscars for the fourth time.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, comprising over 10,500 film industry professionals, organizes the annual Academy Awards to recognize outstanding achievements in filmmaking. In addition to the awards ceremony, the Academy operates a film museum, preserves cinematic history, and offers educational programs.
