Witness the Dawn of Cinematic Excellence: The 2026 Oscar Nominees Unveiled Live!
The Grand Reveal: Hosts and Schedule for the Oscar Nominations
The prestigious Academy Award nominations for 2026 are moments away from being announced. This Thursday morning, at precisely 5:30 a.m. PT, the celebrated actress Danielle Brooks, recognized for her roles in Peacemaker and The Color Purple, will join forces with Lewis Pullman, star of Thunderbolts*, to present the nominees for all 24 categories. The event will take place live from the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater.
Where to Catch the Live Announcement: Streaming and Broadcast Details
For those who wish to experience the excitement firsthand, the nomination presentation will be widely accessible. Viewers can stream the event live through official Academy platforms such as Oscar.com and Oscars.org. Additionally, the announcement will be broadcast across the Academy's social media channels, including TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook. Traditional television audiences can tune into ABC's Good Morning America, while streaming options are also available on ABC News Live, Disney+, and Hulu.
Breaking Down the Categories: A Staggered Announcement
The nominations will be unveiled in two distinct segments. The initial batch, commencing at 5:30 a.m. PT, will spotlight categories including supporting actor, supporting actress, animated short film, costume design, live action short film, makeup and hairstyling, music (original score), writing (adapted screenplay), and writing (original screenplay). Following this, at 5:41 a.m. PT, Brooks and Pullman will continue by announcing nominees for lead actor, lead actress, animated feature film, best picture, casting, cinematography, directing, documentary feature film, documentary short film, film editing, international feature film, music (original score), production design, sound, and visual effects.
Expert Predictions and What to Expect
As the nomination ceremony approaches, industry experts are offering their insights. Scott Feinberg, The Hollywood Reporter’s executive editor for awards coverage, forecasts that films such as Sinners, One Battle After Another, Frankenstein, and Hamnet are poised to be frontrunners, potentially securing multiple nominations. For continuous updates, in-depth analysis, and comprehensive coverage of the awards season, audiences are encouraged to follow The Hollywood Reporter.
The Road to the Oscars: Voting and Ceremony Dates
Following the nominations, the final voting period for the Academy Awards will commence on February 26 and conclude on March 5. The 98th Academy Awards ceremony, featuring Conan O’Brien as host, will be broadcast live on ABC and streamed on Hulu. The grand event will originate from the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood on Sunday, March 15, with proceedings beginning at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT.