Oscars 2025: Nominees, predictions, and how to watch the Academy Awards live, including free options

The 97th Academy Awards, despite initial delays caused by the Eaton and Palisades fires, will air on March 2nd. Emilia Pérez's film leads with 13 nominations, a record for a non-English film, though controversy surrounds its star. Brady Corbet and Jon M. Chu's films are tied for second with 10 nominations each, marking a first for two musicals in the Best Picture category. Conan O'Brien will host the ceremony, his first time attending the Oscars. Presenters include established stars and last year's winners. The ceremony will feature musical performances by Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, and others, but will deviate from traditional best original song performances. Kieran Culkin and Zoe Saldaña are predicted to win supporting actor and actress. Best Picture, Actor, and Actress categories remain highly competitive and unpredictable. The Oscars can be viewed on ABC, or streamed via Hulu, and other live TV streaming services. The awards ceremony promises an exciting and unpredictable night.