Hollywood's Biggest Night Returns with Australian Flair
The 98th Academy Awards, often dubbed Hollywood's night of nights, is poised to captivate audiences worldwide, and Australians are in for a treat with exclusive live coverage. Broadcasting live and free on Seven and 7plus, the event ensures no one misses out on the glitz, glamour, and groundbreaking moments.
Live Coverage Details and Schedule
Early risers can kick off their day with Sunrise at 5.30am AEDT, featuring live reports from Seven's US correspondent Mylee Hogan at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Ovation Hollywood. The excitement builds with the Red Carpet Live Show starting at 9.30am AEDT, showcasing fashion highlights and misses, available on Seven and streaming nationally on 7plus.
The main awards ceremony commences at 10am AEDT, hosted by talk show royalty Conan O'Brien, with an encore screening scheduled for 9pm AEDT. This venue has been the Oscars' home since 2001, adding to its storied legacy.
Australian Nominees Shine on Global Stage
Australia's presence in Hollywood continues to grow, with Sydney local Rose Byrne and Brisbane heartthrob Jacob Elordi both securing their first Oscar nominations. Byrne is nominated for Best Actress for her role in If I Had Legs I'd Kick You, while Elordi earns a nod for Best Supporting Actor in Frankenstein.
Adding to the national pride, singer-songwriter and author Nick Cave has been nominated for Best Original Song with Train Dreams, featured in a film of the same name that premiered at the Sundance Film Festival last year. Sydney-based costume and production designer Fiona Crombie also receives recognition with a nomination for Production Design for Hamnet, building on her previous nomination for The Favourite.
Star-Studded Presenters and Future Broadcast Rights
The ceremony will feature a dazzling array of presenters, including Anne Hathaway, Will Arnett, Robert Downey Jr, Demi Moore, Adrien Brody, Javier Bardem, Kieran Culkin, Chris Evans, Zoe Saldaña, Chase Infiniti, Paul Mescal, Kumail Nanjiani, Maya Rudolph, and Gwyneth Paltrow. Looking ahead, Seven holds exclusive Australian rights to broadcast the Oscars in 2026, 2027, and 2028, ensuring continued access for local viewers.
With all this excitement, Australians can stream the event free on 7plus, making it easier than ever to join in the celebration of cinematic excellence.
