Oscars Set Final ABC Dates Before YouTube Move

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the broadcast dates for its final two Oscar ceremonies on the ABC television network. The 99th Academy Awards will be held on March 2, 2025. The landmark 100th Oscars will follow on March 1, 2026. These events will conclude a decades-long partnership with ABC. Starting in 2026, the Academy confirmed its award shows will move to a new, exclusive streaming home on YouTube. The shift marks a major change in how audiences will watch Hollywood's biggest night. The Academy's new deal with YouTube is part of a broader strategy to reach global, digital-first viewers.