The Oscars to leave ABC and stream on YouTube starting in 2029

The Academy Awards will begin streaming exclusively on YouTube starting in 2029, with a multi-year deal granting YouTube global rights to the Oscars until 2033. This move marks a significant shift from the show's traditional broadcast on ABC and aims to reach a larger, worldwide audience. The decision reflects Hollywood's evolving landscape, as studio sales and mergers and the rise of streaming services continue to reshape the industry.