The Oscars are entering a new phase. While the 2028 ceremony will mark 100 years of the awards and its last broadcast on traditional TV for the foreseeable future, the Academy has announced the show will move to YouTube beginning in 2029. It’s an unexpected change, but after considering it, it seems like a good move.
The Oscars Have Struggled On TV, And YouTube Could Help That
Everyone knows the Oscars are still the biggest honor in film, but the awards show itself has been facing challenges. TV ratings haven’t been strong in recent years, and finding successful hosts has been difficult. While Conan O’Brien was a hit this year and quickly signed on to host again, it’s uncertain if that positive momentum will continue.
Switching the show to YouTube means traditional TV ratings won’t matter anymore. It’s also unclear if the show will even have commercial breaks like those on TV. These are just some of the unknowns, but one thing is certain: online video is a very different world than traditional television.
Accessing The Oscars In Recent Years Has Been A Pain
I think moving the Oscars to YouTube is a smart move. Honestly, that’s where everyone is watching things now. I’ve cut the cord years ago, but I still needed to see the show for work, and it was a hassle! I used to sign up for all those streaming services – Hulu Live, YouTube TV, you name it – just to watch the Oscars, then cancel before the free trial ended. It was a yearly ritual, and I’m sure I wasn’t the only one doing it!
ABC only began streaming the Oscars live last year, but it required a Hulu subscription. This year, the show will be available on YouTube for free, worldwide. Anyone with internet access can watch without needing to pay for a subscription. This is expected to significantly increase viewership, as people can watch without any cost.
The Oscars haven’t always been quick to adapt, and many believe a stunt category should have been included years ago. Finally, they’re recognizing stunt coordinators with an award, but it’s happening rather late – at the 100th Academy Awards, which will also be the last broadcast on ABC.
The Oscars have a long history, so it’s not surprising they’ve become quite traditional. It’s great they’re trying something new by streaming on YouTube – they’re the first big awards show to do that. Hopefully, this will be a good move for an event that still matters to a lot of people.
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2025-12-17 21:40