Upcoming Oscars 2027: Key Dates and Details Revealed
Exciting News for Oscars Enthusiasts
The Oscars 2026 was an unforgettable event, highlighted by Michael B. Jordan's triumph as Best Actor and the surprising snub of Timothée Chalamet. As the dust settles, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is already preparing for the next grand celebration of cinema. The dates for the 99th and 100th Academy Awards have been officially announced, with the Oscars 2027 scheduled for March. The iconic red carpet will once again be rolled out at the Dolby Theatre in Ovation Hollywood. Notably, the 100th ceremony will also take place at this venue before the Oscars move to the Peacock Theatre in Downtown LA in 2029.
Details on the 2027 Oscars
The Academy has confirmed that the 99th Oscars will occur on Sunday, March 14, 2027, while the 100th Oscars will be celebrated 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 window for the Academy Awards 2027 starts on January 1, 2026, and concludes on December 31, 2026. All submissions for general categories, including Animated Feature Film and Best Picture, must be completed by November 12, 2026. The Governors' Awards will follow shortly after on November 15, 2026.
Preliminary voting for nominations will commence at 9 AM PT on December 7, 2026, and wrap up at 5 PM PT on December 11, 2026. The Oscars shortlists will be revealed on December 15, 2026. Official nominations voting will take place from 9 AM PT on January 11, 2027, until 5 PM PT on January 15, 2027, with the nominations announcement set for January 21. The Oscars Nominees Luncheon is planned for February 16, 2027. Final voting for 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 Reaction: Is March Too Late?
Some netizens have expressed their concerns regarding the timing, with one tweeting, "Should be maximum end of February! This is too long of an award season." Another user echoed this sentiment, stating, "We need February Oscars again. Mid-March is so late." As anticipation builds, movie lovers worldwide are eagerly awaiting the next Oscars. Stay tuned for further updates!