YouTube to stream the Oscars starting in 2029

The 101st Academy Awards will be hosted on YouTube.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced Wednesday it’s signed a multi-year deal with the Google-owned service to stream the Oscars starting in 2029 and running through 2033.

The exclusive rights deal includes red carpet coverage, behind-the-scenes content and access to the Governors Ball in addition to the telecast.

The coverage of the Academy Awards will be available to YouTube TV subscribers in the U.S. and available for free on YouTube for viewers around the world, according to the announcement Wednesday.

“The Oscars are one of our essential cultural institutions, honoring excellence in storytelling and artistry,” said Neal Mohan, CEO of YouTube, in a statement. “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.” 

Currently, the Academy has a domestic partnership with Disney and ABC through 2028, which includes the 100th Oscars, set for 2028. It has an international partnership with Disney’s Buena Vista International.

Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Lynette Howell Taylor wrote in a joint statement the YouTube 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.”