The red carpet is officially out at the Dolby Theatre in Ovation Hollywood. The 98th Academy Awards kick off tonight, Sunday, March 15, 2026, celebrating the most impactful films of the past year. Fans can tune in to ABC or stream the ceremony on Hulu starting at 7 PM ET / 4 PM PT to see which stars take home the legendary gold statues.

Late-night veteran Conan O’Brien is back at the helm for his second consecutive year as host. He will be steering a historic night where Ryan Coogler’s supernatural thriller Sinners leads the pack. The film, which stars Michael B. Jordan, has secured a record-breaking 16 nominations, the most of any film in the history of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

This year’s ceremony also marks a major milestone for the film industry. For the first time ever, the Oscars will present an award for Best Casting, finally recognizing the professionals who assemble the industry's most iconic ensembles. With a mix of comedy from O’Brien and a high-stakes race for the top prizes, the 98th Oscars is set to be a night for the history books.