In a press release Wednesday, The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that YouTube will have the exclusive global rights to the Oscars, starting with the 2029 ceremony and running through 2033, after the current deal with ABC to air the awards through the 100th edition in 2028.
Coverage of the awards includes red carpet coverage, behind-the-scenes content, Governors Ball access, and more. The Academy says that moving the event to YouTube will make it more accessible to much wider global audience.
“We are thrilled to enter into a multifaceted global partnership with YouTube to be the future home of the Oscars and our year-round Academy programming,” said Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Lynette Howell Taylor. “The Academy is an international organization, and this partnership will allow us to expand access to the work of the Academy to the largest worldwide audience possible — which will be beneficial for our Academy members and the film community. This collaboration will leverage YouTube’s vast reach and infuse the Oscars and other Academy programming with innovative opportunities for engagement while honoring our legacy. We will be able to celebrate cinema, inspire new generations of filmmakers and provide access to our film history on an unprecedented global scale.”
“The Oscars are one of our essential cultural institutions, honoring excellence in storytelling and artistry,” said Neal Mohan, CEO, YouTube. “Partnering with the Academy to bring this celebration of art and entertainment to viewers all over the world will inspire a new generation of creativity and film lovers while staying true to the Oscars’ storied legacy.”