As Hollywood prepares for its annual awards night, here’s what you need to know:
When and at what time are the Oscars 2025?
The ceremony is scheduled for Sunday at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, starting at 4pm (midnight GMT) with red carpet coverage starting at 3:30pm (23:30 GMT).
Who is hosting the Academy Awards?
Comedian and former late-night show host Conan O’Brien will host this year’s Oscars, marking his first time emceeing the event.
Who is presenting and performing at the Oscars?
Several stars will present awards, including last year’s winners such as Cillian Murphy, Emma Stone, Robert Downey Jr, and Da’Vine Joy Randolph. Celebrities like Halle Berry, Penelope Cruz, Scarlett Johansson, and others will also participate.
Performed by Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, among others, the night will feature live performances and the Los Angeles Master Chorale.
Nominations and Predictions
The film Emilia Perez leads with 13 nominations, a record for non-English-language films. Following are The Brutalist with 10 and Wicked with 10 nominations.
Among the nominees for best picture are Anora, The Brutalist, Dune: Part Two, Emilia Perez, and others. For best director, nominees include Sean Baker for Anora and Denis Villeneuve for Dune: Part Two.
Adrien Brody, Timothee Chalamet, Colman Domingo, Ralph Fiennes, and Sebastian Stan are in the running for the best actor category. Cynthia Erivo, Karla Sofia Gascon, Mikey Madison, Demi Moore, and Fernanda Torres are the best actress nominees.
Surprises and Snubs
No Other Land stands out as the only Arab filmmaker’s work nominated and has received a nomination for best documentary. Karla Sofia Gascon’s Oscar nomination as the first openly transgender actor has stirred mixed reactions due to past social media posts.
Selena Gomez, who was nominated at the Golden Globes and BAFTAs for her role in Emilia Perez, did not secure an Oscar nomination.
How to Watch
The Oscars can be viewed live on ABC in the United States and through streaming services like Hulu Live TV and YouTube TV.
Predictions
Early predictions suggest Anora as a contender for best picture with its director Sean Baker favored in the best director category. The acting races remain tight, with Adrien Brody and Timothee Chalamet as leading best actor candidates and Demi Moore making a strong case in the best actress category.
