Oscars to Stream Exclusively on YouTube Starting in 2029
In a historic move that signals a definitive shift in the live entertainment landscape, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced recently that the Oscars will move exclusively to YouTube, beginning in 2029.
The partnership marks the end of an era for traditional broadcast television’s hold on Hollywood’s most prestigious event. Under the new agreement, the ceremony will be streamed for free to a global audience on the video sharing platform. Viewers in the United States will also be able to watch via YouTube TV.
The deal extends beyond the awards ceremony itself. YouTube confirmed that coverage will include the iconic red carpet arrivals, behind-the-scenes content, and access to the Governors Ball.
“Partnering with The Academy will inspire a new generation of creativity and film lovers while staying true to the Oscars’ storied legacy,” said YouTube CEO Neal Mohan in a statement released Wednesday.
The collaboration also involves Google Arts & Culture, which plans to provide digital access to select exhibitions from the Academy Museum and assist in digitising the Academy’s vast collection.
The announcement, made on the official blog, positions the video giant as the new home for “Hollywood’s biggest night,” promising to bring the century-old tradition to a modern, digital-first audience.
