How to Watch the 2026 Oscars: Streaming and TV Details

The 98th Academy Awards are almost here, and movie fans are eager to tune in to Hollywood’s biggest night. This year, the ceremony will be broadcast live on ABC and available for streaming on Hulu. Here’s everything you need to know about watching the 2026 Oscars, from the air date and time to the red carpet coverage.

When and Where Are the 2026 Oscars?

The 2026 Oscars ceremony will take place on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles, California. Hulu Guides and Decider confirm the date, and location.

What Time Do the Oscars Start?

The awards ceremony is scheduled to initiate at 7:00 p.m. ET. Red carpet coverage will start earlier, at 6:30 p.m. ET on ABC. Hulu Guides provides this timing information. E! Live from the Red Carpet begins at 4:00 p.m. ET, and On the Red Carpet at the Oscars begins at 3:30 p.m. ET on various ABC-owned affiliates, ABC News Live, and Hulu. ABC News

How to Watch the Oscars on TV

The Oscars will be broadcast live on your local ABC affiliate channel. If you have a traditional cable or antenna setup, you can watch the ceremony directly on ABC. Hulu Guides confirms this.

How to Stream the Oscars

There are several ways to stream the Oscars:

• Hulu + Live TV: Hulu + Live TV subscribers can stream the ABC broadcast in real time. This plan includes access to ABC (in most areas), local channels, and Hulu’s Cloud DVR.
• Hulu (All Subscriptions): All Hulu subscribers, regardless of their plan, can stream the Oscars live from the app. Hulu Guides and The Walt Disney Company confirm this.
• ABC Website/App: You may be able to stream the Oscars live through the ABC website or app, but this may require a cable login.

Can You Watch the Oscars On Demand?

If you miss the live broadcast, Hulu subscribers can stream the entire ceremony on demand starting Monday, March 16, 2026. Hulu Guides provides this information.

Key Takeaways

• The 2026 Oscars air on March 15, 2026.
• The ceremony begins at 7:00 p.m. ET, with red carpet coverage starting at 6:30 p.m. ET.
• You can watch on ABC or stream live on Hulu.
• Hulu subscribers can watch on demand starting March 16, 2026.