Exciting Updates on the 2027 Oscars: Dates, Eligibility, and More!
The Oscars 2027: Key Dates and Details
The year 2026 will be a memorable one for film lovers! With Michael B. Jordan winning Best Actor and Timothee Chalamet surprisingly not nominated, fans are still reflecting on the recent Oscars. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is gearing up for the next big event in Hollywood. The dates for both the 99th and 100th Academy Awards have been officially revealed. The 2027 Oscars are set for March, and the iconic red carpet will once again be laid out at the Dolby Theatre in Ovation Hollywood. Notably, the 100th ceremony will also take place at this venue, marking a significant milestone before the Oscars relocate to the Peacock Theatre in Downtown LA in 2029.
Details on the 2027 Oscars: Dates and Eligibility
The Academy has confirmed that the 99th Oscars will be held on Sunday, March 14, 2027, while the 100th Oscars will take place on Sunday, March 5, 2028. Both ceremonies will be broadcast live at 7 PM EST / 4 PM PST on ABC and will reach audiences in over 200 countries from the Dolby Theatre.
The eligibility period for the 2027 Academy Awards will run from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. All entries for general categories, including Animated Feature Film and Best Picture, must be submitted by November 12, 2026, along with the RAISE form. The Governors' Awards are scheduled for November 15, 2026.
Preliminary voting for nominations will begin at 9 AM PT on December 7, 2026, and will end at 5 PM PT on December 11, 2026. The Oscars shortlists will be announced on December 15, 2026. Official nominations voting will take place from 9 AM PT on January 11, 2027, to 5 PM PT on January 15, 2027, with the nominations expected to be revealed on January 21. The Oscars Nominees Luncheon is planned for February 16, 2027.
Final voting for the winners will open at 9 AM PT on February 25, 2027, and close at 5 PM PT on March 4, 2027, leading up to the 99th Oscars ceremony on March 14, 2027.
Public Reactions: Is March Too Late?
Social media has been buzzing with reactions! One user expressed, "The Oscars should be held by the end of February at the latest! This award season is dragging on." Another agreed, stating, "We need the Oscars back in February; mid-March feels too late." Meanwhile, movie enthusiasts worldwide are gearing up for the upcoming Oscars.
Stay tuned for more updates!