Last Updated on: 2nd March 2025, 08:23 pm

The 97th Academy Awards, hosted by Conan O’Brien, promises glitz, surprises, and fierce competition as Hollywood honors the best in film. Mark your calendars for Sunday, March 9, 2025, with the ceremony kicking off at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT in the U.S. From free global streaming options to the tightest races of the night, here’s your ultimate guide to watching the Oscars live.

2025 Oscars Date, Time, and Key Details

• Date: Sunday, March 9, 2025
• Start Time: 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT (U.S.) | Midnight GMT (UK) | 10 a.m. AEDT (Australia, March 10)
• Host: Conan O’Brien (first-time host)
• Red Carpet Coverage: Begins at 6:30 p.m. ET on ABC (U.S.)

How to Watch the 2025 Oscars Live Free

In the U.S.:

• ABC: Tune in via cable or antenna.
• Hulu: For the first time, the Oscars will simulcast live on Hulu (no cable required). Start a 30-day free trial ($10/month after).
• Live TV Streamings: Use Sling TV Blue ($46/month, 50% off first month), DirecTV Streams, or Fubo (free trials available).

In the UK:

• ITV1 and ITVX: Streams free on ITVX with account registration. Coverage starts at midnight GMT.

In Australia:

• Seven Network and 7Plus: Streams free on 7Plus with account sign-up. Begins at 10 a.m. AEDT (March 10).

How to Watch the Oscars 2025 in Canada

Channel: CTV (Live Broadcast)

From Anywhere:
Use a VPN like ExpressVPN (30-day money-back guarantee) to access free streams from ITVX or 7Plus. Steps:

1. Install a VPN and connect to a UK or Australian server.
2. Sign up for ITVX (UK) or 7Plus (Australia).
3. Streams the Oscars live for free.

2025 Oscars Nominees: Key Categories to Watch

Best Picture:

• Anora | The Brutalist | A Complete Unknown
• Conclave | Dune: Part Two | Emilia Pérez
• I’m Still Here | Nickel Boys | The Substance | Wicked

Best Actor:

• Adrien Brody (The Brutalist) vs. Timothée Chalamet (A Complete Unknown) – Brody dominated the season, but Chalamet’s SAG Awards win hints at a potential upset.

Presenters & Performers:

• Host: Conan O’Brien
• Presenters: Robert Downey Jr., Selena Gomez, Zoe Saldaña, Oprah Winfrey, and more.
• Performances: Doja Cat, Ariana Grande, BLACKPINK’s LISA, and Queen Latifah.

What to Expect at the 2025 Oscars

• Historic Wins: Could Dune: Part Two sweep technical categories? Will Wicked charm voters?
• Surprises: With Chalamet’s SAG momentum, Best Actor remains unpredictable.
• Star Power: Performances by Grammy winners and K-pop icons elevate the show’s glamour.

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The 2025 Oscars air TONIGHT—don’t miss cinema’s most anticipated night!