The 97th Academy Awards: Everything You Need to Know, From Where to Watch to the Full List of Nominations

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Hollywood’s biggest night is just around the corner. The 97th Academy Awards will take place this Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

With a star-studded lineup of nominees, groundbreaking performances, and a fresh face hosting the ceremony, this year’s Oscars promise to be a celebration of the best in film and a reflection of the industry’s evolving landscape.

Here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 Oscars, including where to watch, what to expect, and the full list of nominations.

When and Where to Watch

The ceremony will air live on ABC at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT, with streaming options available on Hulu for the first time, making it easier than ever for cord-cutters to tune in. Viewers with cable subscriptions can also stream the event on ABC.com or the ABC app. For international audiences, Disney+ will broadcast the ceremony in select regions.

For those who love the glitz and glamour of the red carpet, ABC’s official pre-show, The Oscars Red Carpet Show, begins at 6:30 p.m. ET. Earlier coverage kicks off at 3:30 p.m. ET with On the Red Carpet at the Oscars, featuring interviews with nominees, presenters, and Hollywood’s biggest stars.

Conan O’Brien Takes the Stage as Host

This year’s ceremony will be hosted by late-night legend Conan O’Brien, marking his first time at the helm of the Oscars. Known for his sharp wit and self-deprecating humor, O’Brien is expected to bring a fresh energy to the event. In a recent interview, he joked about the challenges of hosting, saying, “I’ve been told to keep it classy, but I’m also bringing a backup plan in case I trip on the stairs.”

O’Brien’s hosting debut comes at a time when the Oscars are striving to balance tradition with a modern sensibility, and his unique comedic style is sure to strike that balance.

The Nominees: A Diverse and Competitive Field

This year’s nominations reflect a wide range of storytelling, from sweeping epics to intimate dramas. Leading the pack is Jacques Audiard’s Emilia PĂ©rez, a groundbreaking crime musical that earned 13 nominations, including Best Picture and Best Actress for Karla SofĂ­a GascĂłn, the first openly transgender actress nominated in the category. Close behind are The Brutalist and Wicked, each with 10 nominations, showcasing the Academy’s growing recognition of diverse genres and narratives.

The Best Picture category is particularly competitive, featuring 10 films that span genres and themes. From the sci-fi spectacle of Dune: Part Two to the biographical drama A Complete Unknown, this year’s nominees highlight the breadth of modern filmmaking.

Performances and Presenters

While the Oscars have traditionally featured live performances of the Best Original Song nominees, this year’s ceremony will take a slightly different approach. Instead, audiences can expect “powerful musical moments” celebrating the history and future of filmmaking. Performers include Wicked stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, as well as Doja Cat, Lisa of Blackpink, Queen Latifah, and Raye. The Los Angeles Master Chorale will also deliver a special performance.

The list of presenters is equally impressive, with last year’s acting winners—Cillian Murphy, Emma Stone, Robert Downey Jr., and Da’Vine Joy Randolph—returning to the stage. They’ll be joined by Halle Berry, Scarlett Johansson, Andrew Garfield, Whoopi Goldberg, and many more.

The Full List of Nominations

Here’s a look at the nominees in all 23 categories:

Best Picture

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

Best Director

  • Sean Baker (Anora)
  • Brady Corbet (The Brutalist)
  • James Mangold (A Complete Unknown)
  • Jacques Audiard (Emilia PĂ©rez)
  • Coralie Fargeat (The Substance)

Best Actress

  • Cynthia Erivo (Wicked)
  • Karla SofĂ­a GascĂłn (Emilia PĂ©rez)
  • Mikey Madison (Anora)
  • Demi Moore (The Substance)
  • Fernanda Torres (I’m Still Here)

Best Actor

  • Adrien Brody (The Brutalist)
  • TimothĂ©e Chalamet (A Complete Unknown)
  • Colman Domingo (Sing Sing)
  • Ralph Fiennes (Conclave)
  • Sebastian Stan (The Apprentice)

Best Supporting Actress

  • Monica Barbaro (A Complete Unknown)
  • Ariana Grande (Wicked)
  • Felicity Jones (The Brutalist)
  • Isabella Rossellini (Conclave)
  • Zoe Saldaña (Emilia PĂ©rez)

Best Supporting Actor

  • Yura Borisov (Anora)
  • Kieran Culkin (A Real Pain)
  • Edward Norton (A Complete Unknown)
  • Guy Pearce (The Brutalist)
  • Jeremy Strong (The Apprentice)

Best Original Screenplay

  • Anora – Sean Baker
  • The Brutalist – Brady Corbet & Mona Fastvold
  • A Real Pain – Jesse Eisenberg
  • September 5 – Tim Fehlbaum & Moritz Binder
  • The Substance – Coralie Fargeat

Best Adapted Screenplay

  • A Complete Unknown – Jay Cocks & James Mangold
  • Conclave – Peter Straughan
  • Emilia PĂ©rez – Jacques Audiard, Thomas Bidegain & Nicolas Livecchi
  • Nickel Boys – RaMell Ross & Joslyn Barnes
  • Sing Sing – Clint Bentley, Greg Kwedar, Clarence Maclin & John “Divine G” Whitfield

Best International Feature Film

  • I’m Still Here (Brazil)
  • The Girl with the Needle (Denmark)
  • Emilia PĂ©rez (France)
  • The Seed of the Sacred Fig (Germany)
  • Flow (Latvia)

Best Documentary Feature

  • Black Box Diaries
  • No Other Land
  • Porcelain War
  • Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat
  • Sugarcane

Best Animated Feature

  • Flow
  • Inside Out 2
  • Memoir of a Snail
  • Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl
  • The Wild Robot

(For brevity, additional categories like Cinematography, Costume Design, and others can be found on the official Oscars website.)

What to Watch For

This year’s ceremony is poised to make history. Karla SofĂ­a GascĂłn’s nomination for Emilia PĂ©rez marks a milestone for transgender representation, while films like Wicked and The Brutalist could dominate the night. The Oscars will also pay tribute to the late Quincy Jones, celebrating his unparalleled contributions to music and film.

As the Academy continues to evolve, this year’s nominations and ceremony reflect a broader commitment to diversity and innovation. Whether you’re tuning in for the awards, the performances, or the red carpet fashion, the 97th Academy Awards promise to be a night to remember.

Be sure to catch the live broadcast on March 2, and stay tuned for all the surprises Hollywood has in store.