The 2024 Oscars left us with a lot to remember: Ryan Gosling's show-stopping performance of I’m Just Ken from Barbie, a nearly-naked John Cena cameo, and a series of genuinely touching wins. So, what should we expect from Hollywood’s biggest night in 2025? Here’s everything we know so far.

When will the 2025 Oscars take place?

The 2025 Oscars are scheduled for Sunday, March 2, with the star-studded ceremony starting at 4 p.m. Pacific Time (7 p.m. Eastern).

Where will the 2025 Oscars be held?

The 97th Academy Awards will take place at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles, continuing the longstanding tradition.

Who will host the 2025 Oscars?

Taking over from Jimmy Kimmel, who hosted the past two years, beloved comedian Conan O’Brien will step into the role. The Academy confirmed the news on November 15, sharing a hilarious video of the five-time Emmy winner and first-time Academy Award host pretending to accept an Oscar himself.
“We are thrilled and honored to have the incomparable Conan O’Brien host the Oscars this year,” said Bill Kramer, CEO of the Academy, and president Janet Yang. “His brilliant humor, love of movies, and live TV expertise make him the perfect person to lead our global celebration of film.”

Before O’Brien’s appointment, several names were considered for the job, including Kimmel and John Mulaney, though they both declined.

Who will perform at the 2025 Oscars?

While it’s still early to say, there’s a chance we’ll see performances from Emilia Pérez star Selena Gomez, Saoirse Ronan for Winter Coat from Blitz, Lady Gaga for Folie à Deux from the Joker sequel, Pharrell Williams for Piece by Piece from his Lego biopic, and Miley Cyrus for Beautiful That Way from The Last Showgirl, which stars Pamela Anderson.

When will the 2025 Oscar nominations be announced?

The 2025 Oscar nominations will be revealed on Friday, January 17. The Oscar nominees' luncheon will take place on February 10, with final voting running from February 11 to 18.

Who will be nominated for an Oscar in 2025?

With the ceremony less than four months away, the 2025 Oscar race remains wide open. Films like Anora, Conclave, The Brutalist, Emilia Pérez, Dune: Part Two, Sing Sing, A Complete Unknown, The Piano Lesson, and Nickel Boys are currently in the race for best picture. Directors like Sean Baker (Anora), Edward Berger (Conclave), Brady Corbet (The Brutalist), Denis Villeneuve (Dune: Part Two), Jacques Audiard (Emilia Pérez), RaMell Ross (Nickel Boys), and Mohammad Rasoulof (The Seed of the Sacred Fig) could also be vying for best director.

In the acting categories, Mikey Madison (Anora), Karla Sofía Gascón (Emilia Pérez), Angelina Jolie (Maria), Nicole Kidman (Babygirl), Demi Moore (The Substance), Marianne Jean-Baptiste (Hard Truths), and Saoirse Ronan (The Outrun) are all making waves in best actress. In the best actor category, look for Colman Domingo (Sing Sing), Adrien Brody (The Brutalist), Ralph Fiennes (Conclave), Timothée Chalamet (A Complete Unknown), and Daniel Craig (Queer). For best supporting actress, keep an eye on Zoe Saldaña (Emilia Pérez), Danielle Deadwyler (The Piano Lesson), and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor (Nickel Boys), and for best supporting actor, Clarence Maclin (Sing Sing), Guy Pearce (The Brutalist), and Jeremy Strong (The Apprentice) are all top contenders.