Oscar Telecast to stream on youtube Starting in 2029
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On today’s episode of “Daily Variety” podcast, Variety‘s Clayton Davis and Michael Schneider unpack Hollywood’s latest big surprise – the Oscar telecast’s move to YouTube starting in 2029. And Marc Malkin gets the details from “Heated Rivalry” star Connor Storrie about how his big break happened and what he advised his mother about watching the HBO Max hockey drama.
Davis, variety‘s chief awards editor, enthusiastically supports the decision to move the Oscars to YouTube, leaving ABC and Hulu. He believes this is a positive step for the future of the awards show.
Why the Move to youtube?
The Academy and YouTube have reached a multi-year agreement to make YouTube the official home of the Oscars beginning with the 97th Academy Awards in 2029. This marks a meaningful shift in how the ceremony is distributed, moving away from customary broadcast television.
Key Benefits of the YouTube Partnership:
- Wider Reach: YouTube boasts over 2.5 billion monthly active users globally,offering the Oscars a potentially massive audience.
- Younger Demographic: YouTube’s user base skews younger, which could help revitalize interest in the Oscars among a new generation of viewers.
- Innovation & engagement: YouTube provides opportunities for interactive experiences and innovative content formats beyond the traditional broadcast.
The move is seen as a strategic effort to modernize the Oscars and ensure its continued relevance in a rapidly evolving media landscape.The Academy hopes to leverage YouTube’s platform to connect with a broader and more diverse audience.
“Heated Rivalry” Star Connor Storrie on His Break
Marc Malkin also spoke with Connor Storrie, star of HBO Max’s “Heated Rivalry,” about his career breakthrough and his advice to his mother regarding the intense hockey drama. Details of their conversation were shared on the podcast.
FAQ: Oscars on YouTube
- When will the Oscars start streaming on YouTube?
- Beginning with the 97th Academy Awards in 2029.
- Will the Oscars still be available on traditional television?
- No, the agreement marks a shift away from ABC and Hulu as the primary broadcasters.
- What are the potential benefits of this move?
- Wider reach, a younger demographic, and opportunities for innovative content formats.
Published: 2025/12/18 23:08:20
Key Takeaways:
- The Oscars are moving to YouTube in 2029.
- This is a strategic move to reach a wider and younger audience.
- YouTube offers opportunities for innovation and engagement.
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