The entertainment sector has been changing quickly. Just when things appear to be stable, another huge shift emerges. The newest disturbance comes from the Oscars. After a decade of showing on ABC, the awards are moving digital and will be available to stream on YouTube beginning in 2029.
The Oscars Are Going to Youtube in 2029
The Oscars are scheduled to undergo a digital transformation in 2029, marking the end of the conventional period with ABC. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the Oscars will be available for free viewing on YouTube for fans worldwide after 2028. The good thing about this shift is that we will be able to view additional stuff on YouTube in addition to witnessing the magic of the most prestigious night. Everything you may anticipate from the 2029 Oscars on YouTube is listed below:
- Red carpet preshow and behind-the-scenes in-show content
- The Oscar nominations announcement
- The Governors Awards
- Thalberg Memorial Award and the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award
- The Oscars Nominees Luncheon
- The Student Academy Awards ceremony
- The Scientific and Technical Awards ceremony
- Academy member and filmmaker interviews
- Film education programs, podcasts, and more.
Additionally, ABC issued the following statement: “For almost 50 years, ABC has been the proud home of The Oscars.” We wish the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences ongoing success and look forward to the next three telecasts, including the show’s centennial anniversary in 2028.
The Entertainment Industry has grown over the years, especially since the rise of streaming culture. Now, if we talk about YouTube, it has attracted millions of global subscribers, and after adding the Oscars, its popularity will surely reach new heights. Well, for the unacquainted, a study suggests that YouTube is certain to become one of the largest pay TV services in the coming year. So, it would be safe to say that when the Academy Awards debut there, the platform has already become one of the largest players in the digital world.