KEY POINTS
- The 2025 Oscars will begin on March 3 at 10am AEST.
- Channel 7 will stream the Oscars live on TV and online via the 7 Plus app.
- Conan O’Brien, former late-night star, will host the ceremony.
The 2025 Oscars are fast approaching, but how can you watch the awards show in Australia? Read this Canstar Blue guide to learn all you need to know about watching the 2025 Oscars in Australia.
How to watch the Oscars in Australia
Australian viewers will be able to tune into the 2025 Oscars on Channel 7.
Watch Oscars on Channel 7
Australian viewers will be able to watch the 2025 Oscars on Channel 7 and online via the 7 Plus streaming platform.
What are the Oscars?
The Oscars, known officially as the Academy Awards, are the highest awards honours in the film industry. The ceremony recognises the filmmaking achievements in a range of areas, including directing, writing, acting, sound, editing, costume design, set design and more.
When are the 2025 Oscars?
The 97th Academy Awards will take place at 10am AEST on March 3, 2025.
Where are the 2025 Oscars being held?
The 2025 Oscars will be held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. The Academy Awards have been hosted at this location since 2002.
Who is hosting the 97th Academy Awards?
The 2025 Oscars will be hosted by comedian and former late-night host, Conan O’Brien.
Who is performing at the Oscars?
It has been reported that the 2025 Oscars will feature a Wicked medley, performed by the film’s stars, Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.
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2025 Oscar Nominations
Nominees in key categories for the 2025 Oscars include:
Best Picture:
- Anora
- The Brutalist
- A Complete Unknown
- Conclave
- Dune: Part Two
- Emilia Pérez
- I’m Still Here
- Nickel Boys
- The Substance
- Wicked
Actress in a Leading Role:
- Cynthia Erivo – Wicked
- Karla Sofía Gascón – Emilia Pérez
- Mikey Madison – Anora
- Demi Moore – The Substance
- Fernanda Torres – I’m Still Here
Actor in a Leading Role:
- Adrien Brody – The Brutalist
- Timothée Chalamet – A Complete Unknown
- Colman Domingo – Sing Sing
- Ralph Fiennes – Conclave
- Sebastian Stan – The Apprentice
Actress in a Supporting Role:
- Monica Barbaro – A Complete Unknown
- Ariana Grande – Wicked
- Felicity Jones – The Brutalist
- Isabella Rossellini – Conclave
- Zoe Saldaña – Emilia Pérez
Actor in a Supporting Role:
- Yura Borisov – Anora
- Kieran Culkin – A Real Pain
- Edward Norton – A Complete Unknown
- Guy Pearce – The Brutalist
- Jeremy Strong – The Apprentice
Directing:
- Sean Baker – Anora
- Brady Corbet – The Brutalist
- James Mangold – A Complete Unknown
- Jacques Aduiard – Emilia Pérez
- Coralie Fargeat – The Substance
Who is predicted to win an Oscar?
The film, Emilia Pérez, has garnered the most nominations this year with 13 nods. Following closely behind are The Brutalist and Wicked, with each film receiving 10 nominations. As for the acting awards, it’s still anyone’s game. Will Adrien Brody claim his second Oscar, or will Timothée Chalamet take home the award for his acclaimed portrayal of Bob Dylan? You’ll have to tune in to find out.
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