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It’s been another stellar year for cinema, and now it’s time to award the films that shone brightest. The 98th Oscars are upon us. On March 15, the Academy will honor the best movies of 2025 on Hollywood’s biggest night. Conan O’Brien is set to host the ceremony once again, and many of your favorite winners from years past will present the biggest awards of the night.

We’re hoping some of our favorites receive the awards they deserve — One Battler After Another, Sinners, Hamnet, and more — but it’s anyone’s game. Want to see who takes home the titles of Best Actress, Best Director, Best Picture, and beyond? Here are all the details you need to know to watch the 2026 Academy Awards live with or without cable.

When are the 2026 Oscars?

The 98th Academy Awards will be held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday, March 15, 2026, and will air live at 7 p.m. ET on ABC and Hulu, with the pre-show airing at 6:30 p.m. ET.

Who are this year’s Oscar nominees?

Sinners leads this year’s Oscars with a record-breaking 16 nominations. Basically, every award it could be nominated for, it is. One Battle After Another follows close behind with 13, while Marty Supreme earned nine, and Hamnet nabbed seven nominations.

Each year, there are just as many snubs as there are surprises, and 2026 is no different. For instance, we were a bit flabbergasted that Wicked: For Good came up totally empty with zero nominations. Our favorite sad boy, Paul Mescal, newcomer Chase Infiniti, and Jesse Plemons were also ignored by the Academy.

See a full list of the 2026 Oscar nominations below in the FAQ section of this story.

Live from Oscars 2026 tonight: Mashable’s covering all things Oscars 2026, from Academy Awards live updates to red carpet style and the wildest moments from the show. Check back at Mashable.com through the night for winners announcements and more.

How to watch the Oscars live without cable in 2026

For those with cable or over-the-air TV, you can tune your TV to your local ABC station or watch online via ABC.com or the ABC app by logging in through your pay TV service provider. No cable access? No worries: For the second year in a row, the awards will stream simultaneously on Hulu for subscribers.

You also have the option of signing up for a live TV cable replacement service to catch the Oscars live. These services essentially act just like cable, giving you live access to a well-rounded channel selection via your internet connection (rather than a cable connection). They’re contract-free and often offer trials to test them out. That means you could very well watch the Oscars for free, then cancel before being charged. But we’ll leave the details up to you. Here are the best options (and deals) to watch.

Hulu streaming deals

Hulu is one of the most generous (if not the most generous) streamers, offering new and eligible returning subscribers a free 30-day trial. That means you can easily sign up and watch the Oscars for free during that time period. If you don’t qualify for the free trial, we’ve also rounded up a few ways to save some money on your subscription.

Limited-time bundle deal: Save $8/month on three months of Hulu and Disney+

Through March 24, new subscribers can get both Hulu and Disney+ with ads for only $4.99 per month for three months. Typically $12.99 per month for the bundle, you’ll save $24 total on a three-month subscription. Only new and returning subscribers can score the deal; current Disney+, ESPN, Hulu, and bundle subscribers are not eligible.

Best Hulu deal for most people: Save 16% on a Hulu (with ads) annual subscription

The best way to cut the cost of a Hulu subscription on any given day is to sign up for an annual plan with ads. You’ll have to endure a few interruptions to your content and pay upfront, but it’ll save you 16 percent, or just shy of $24, over the course of a year. A yearly subscription costs $119.99 (or $9.99 per month), while an $11.99 monthly plan would add up to $143.88 over a year. If you want to cut ties with ads, the price jumps to $18.99 per month, and there’s no annual offer available at this time.

Best for students: Save $10/month with Hulu Student

Students can sign up for Hulu for only $1.99 per month and stream the Oscars live. That’s more than 80 percent off the usual cost of a Hulu with ads plan. The only requirement is that you can verify your college email address using SheerID.

Best for T-Mobile users: Hulu (with ads) included for select customers

Aside from a 30-day free trial, the only other way to get Hulu for free in 2026 is by switching your phone plan to T-Mobile’s Experience Beyond plan. Customers on this plan can enjoy Hulu with ads for free, as well as Netflix and Apple TV.

Already on the Experience Beyond plan? Download or open the T-Life app, select Manage > See plans > Manage add-ons, then scroll to the Hulu streaming benefit and click “Continue.” Follow the prompts to link an existing account or create a new one.

Live TV streaming deals

If you prefer a cable alternative that gives you access to your local ABC station and hundreds of other live channels, we recommend a few options. And many of them offer free trials and introductory pricing. Here are a couple of options.

Best introductory offer: YouTube TV

YouTube TV’s base plan includes over 100 live channels, including your local ABC network. You’ll also get unlimited DVR space, three simultaneous streams, and up to six individual accounts with personalized recommendations. For a limited time, you can get a 21-day trial to test the waters, which means you can watch the Oscars for free. Then, your first two months will cost just $59.99 per month instead of the usual $82.99 per month.

Most affordable overall: Sling TV Select package (for select areas)

Sling’s a la carte setup and affordable pricing make it a huge competitor in the live TV streaming market. You can pick your package and channels depending on what you actually want to watch. You’ll need access to ABC to watch the Oscars live, which is included in Sling’s Select package for only $19.99 per month. Unfortunately, since ABC is a local network, it’s only available in some local markets. Check whether your local market includes ABC before you pull the trigger — Chicago, Fresno, Houston, Los Angeles, and more are included.

Honorable mention: FuboTV

FuboTV offers a 5-day free trial for newbies, letting you watch the Oscars on your local ABC station. You’ll get access to over 200 other networks, as well as unlimited cloud DVR, and the ability to watch on up to 10 different screens. After your trial, the cost for your first month is $48.99 ($73.99 per month thereafter).

Happy New Music Friday! The weekend is here, which means more streaming, new playlists and the best that music has to offer — and ET has you covered for everything in between.

Jennifer Lopez returned last weekend to Las Vegas for two sold out dates of her residency, Jennifer Lopez: Up All Night Live in Las Vegas at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. She opened the show with her new song with David Guetta, “Save Me Tonight,” which is her biggest streaming debut of her career. Jennifer is back tonight and tomorrow and four more shows until March 28. ET got an exclusive behind the scenes tour with Jennifer where she opened up about being in her happy era. She shared, “I call it my happy era because for the first time in my life, I feel very free. I feel very joyful. I’m very aware of things that I have learned along the way. I’m very grateful. I just wake up everyday with a smile on my face. It’s a different life now than it was a few years ago.”

CBS and Dick Clark Productions announced the 52nd American Music Awards will air live coast-to-coast from MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25 on CBS and stream on Paramount+. The AMAs will honor the most influential artists and songs of today, alongside performances and special moments. The world’s largest fan-voted award show announced its 50 categories. Nominations will be announced on April 14 and the awards announced its 50 categories

Billboard announced that EJAE, AUDREY NUNA and REI AMI of KPop Demon Hunters will receive the prestigious 2026 Women of the Year Award at the Women in Music event. Keke Palmer will host the event taking place April 29 at Hollywood Palladium and other previously announced honorees include Ella Langley, Kehlani, Laufey, Mariah the Scientist, Tate McRae, Teyana Taylor, Thalia, and Zara Larsson.

iHeartMedia announced that Ludacris will host and perform at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards. He will also receive the Landmark Award which honors artists whose portfolio has shaped culture across multiple decades. Miley Cyrus will be honored with the Innovator Award, given to an artist who is continuously contributing to pop culture and the music industry. Alex Warren will perform and receive the Breakthrough Artist of the Year Award, which celebrates his remarkable rise and record-shattering achievements. Lainey Wilson and RAYE will take the stage and TLC, Salt-N-Pepa, and En Vogue will perform for the first time together. The awards will air live from Dolby Theatre March 26 on FOX.

The Pussycat Dolls will officially return to the global stage with the announcement of their highly anticipated 2026 North America, Europe and U.K. Tour, PCD FOREVER. The tour marks the 20th anniversary of the group’s debut album, PCD. Promoted by Live Nation, the 53-date run will kick off on June 5 and include a special headlining performance at WeHo Pride’s OUTLOUD Music Festival. Lil’ Kim and Mya will join as special guests in North America and Lil’ Kim will be featured in the U.S. and Europe. In anticipation for their reunion tour, The Pussycat Dolls’ classic albums PCD and Doll Domination will be reissued on May 8 and they released a new song “Club Song” out now.

Jelly Roll officially joined the Grand Ole Opry family this week and was inducted by his close friend and fellow Opry member Lainey Wilson. Craig Morgan, Leanne Morgan and ERNEST also helped Jelly Roll celebrate. In a full circle moment, Sheriff Daron Hall and Davidson County Juvenile Correctional Professional Yolanda Hockett were in attendance and were thanked from the stage by Jelly for their belief and guidance since he encountered both in his time serving at the juvenile center, as well as members from the Judge Dinkins Educational Center, who Jelly currently works with to support and empower undeserved youth. Jelly Roll was wearing a cross that belonged to Johnny Cash that was given to him by Cash’s son John Carter Cash.

Plus, new music from Jack Harlow, Charlie Puth, Kacey Musgraves, Lainey Wilson, LANY, Bleachers, Carly Pearce, Riley Green, Kane Brown, Josh Groban, Paris Jackson, Kevin Jonas Sr. and more.

Monica – Jack Harlow

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“Home” – Charlie Puth feat Hikaru Utada

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“Dry Spell” – Kacey Musgraves

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Soft 2 – LANY

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“Club Song” – The Pussycat Dolls

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JONAS20: Greetings From Your Hometown Tour – Jonas Brothers

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“Can’t Sit Still” – Lainey Wilson

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“dirty wedding dress” – Bleachers

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“If I Don’t Leave I’m Gonna Stay” – Carly Pearce feat Riley Green

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“Woman” – Kane Brown

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“Can You Feel The Love Tonight” – Josh Groban feat The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles

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“Porch Light” – Noah Kahan

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“zombies in love” – Paris Jackson

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“Undefeated Champion” – Melanie C

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“Key Of You” – Kevin Jonas Sr.

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“Boomerang” – Thalía

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A Pound of Feathers – The Black Crowes

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“When I Wake Up” – The Pretty Reckless

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“Just Believe” – Bailey Zimmerman feat Brandon Lake

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“The Visitor” – SIENNA SPIRO

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“black sheep” – Alana Springsteen

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From Now On – Braison Cyrus

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“Cruel World” – Holly Humberstone

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“595” – Violet Grohl

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“All I Did Was Dream Of You” – beabadoobee feat The Marías

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“Knife in the Heart” – Lykke Li

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“Do Not Be Afraid” – Firerose

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DUAL – Santos Bravos

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“I Like It” – Elevator Boys feat jayo

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“Missing You” – Topic, Shimza, A7S

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“Strong” – Momo Boyd
 

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“Healer” – Jeremy Beloate

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“TOXIC” – AViVA

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Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet have been causing a stir since they were first linked in April 2023.

News broke in spring 2023 that the Kardashians star and the Oscar nominee were spending time together following Jenner’s split from on-off boyfriend Travis Scott. (Jenner shares daughter Stormi and son Aire with Scott, whom she broke up with following the 2022 holidays.)

After Us Weekly confirmed Jenner and Chalamet’s romance that April, a source exclusively told Us that the actor “is a total gentleman and treats [Kylie] with respect.”

The couple have become more public as the years have gone on, stepping out at a basketball game in May 2025 and making their red carpet debut that same month. When Chalamet won his first Critics Choice Award in January 2026, Jenner was in the audience — and featured in his acceptance speech. He gave her another shoutout the following weekend at the 2026 Golden Globes.

Scroll down to see Jenner and Chalamet’s romance from the start: