The 98th Academy Awards air live on March 15, 2026 from the Dolby Theatre, hosted by Conan O’Brien and featuring the debut of the new Best Achievement in Casting category.
The 98th Academy Awards take place on Sunday, March 15, 2026, live from the Dolby Theatre, celebrating the year’s most outstanding achievements in film. Airing on ABC at 4:00 PM PT, the ceremony will once again be hosted by Conan O’Brien, and will make history with the introduction of a new category, Best Achievement in Casting, marking a significant evolution in the Academy Awards.