Oscars 2025 Live: The Stars Will Shine on Hollywood’s Big Night

Hollywood dons its finest attire for the 97th edition of the 2025 Academy Awards, in a night filled with excitement, surprises, and controversy.

Tonight marks the climax of one of the most unpredictable and competitive Oscar races in years. With a diverse selection of films in contention, voters could deliver an unexpected final twist.

The Films in Contention

Among the titles competing at the 2025 Academy Awards are the social comedy Anora, the papal election thriller Conclave, the posthumous drama The Brutalist, the Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown, and the fantasy epic Dune: Part Two. Also in the running are the horror satire The Substance, the box office hit musical Wicked, and the scandalous crime drama Emilia Pérez.

Conan O’Brien Takes the Stage

The event will be hosted by Conan O’Brien, making his debut as the ceremony’s presenter. The night promises a spectacular show with special performances, including a musical tribute to James Bond.

The Karla Sofía Gascón Controversy

One of the most anticipated moments is the appearance of Karla Sofía Gascón, the star of Emilia Pérez, following the controversy sparked by her social media posts. Netflix, which heavily backed the film, has distanced itself from the scandal.

The Night’s Favourites

With no clear frontrunner, the race for Best Picture is more open than ever. Leading the nominations are The Brutalist and Wicked (10 each), followed by A Complete Unknown and Conclave (9), Anora (6), and Dune: Part Two alongside The Substance (5).

Where to Watch the Ceremony

Tune in from midnight (Los Angeles time) and follow every moment of the most important night in cinema.