Your Ultimate Guide to Watching the 2025 Oscars Live: Stream for Free, Explore Nominee Highlights, and More!

The 2025 Oscars are finally here! This Sunday, March 2, stars will gather for the 97th Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Conan O’Brien will host the event, and there will be musical performances by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, both co-stars in Wicked. Last year’s winners, like Cillian Murphy and Emma Stone, will present awards.

This year, Emilia Pérez leads the nominations with a total of 13. Its lead actress, Karla Sofía Gascón, has drawn some controversy, adding to the film’s buzz. Following close behind, Wicked and The Brutalist have 10 nominations each. Other notable films vying for Best Picture include A Complete Unknown, Conclave, Dune: Part Two, and several more.

Red carpet coverage kicks off at 3:30 p.m. ET on ABC, while the main show starts at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT. Want to catch it live? You can watch on ABC, through cable, or a live TV antenna. If you prefer streaming, a basic $10/month subscription to Hulu will let you watch the awards live without cable.

So, who’s in charge of hosting this year? It’s Conan O’Brien’s first time leading the Oscars, and fans are excited to see what he brings to the stage. The presenters include last year’s winners and a star-studded lineup featuring names like Halle Berry, Scarlett Johansson, and Oprah Winfrey.

The performances are a highlight too. While the focus will be on powerful musical moments, Erivo and Grande are set to light up the stage. Other performers will include Doja Cat and Queen Latifah, promising an entertaining night.

If you’re curious about the nominations, here are some key categories:

• Best Picture: Emilia Pérez, The Brutalist, Wicked, and more.
• Best Director: Brady Corbet for The Brutalist, Coralie Fargeat for The Substance.
• Best Actor: Adrien Brody in The Brutalist; Timothée Chalamet in A Complete Unknown.
• Best Actress: Karla Sofía Gascón in Emilia Pérez; Demi Moore in The Substance.
• Best Supporting Actress: Monica Barbaro in A Complete Unknown; Zoe Saldaña in Emilia Pérez.

The 2025 Oscars promise to be an exciting night, filled with glitz, glamour, and unforgettable moments. Get your popcorn ready!