At 99, the Oscars are trying to attract a younger audience by welcoming social media creator Reece Feldman as its digital ambassador.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Monday that he has been tapped as the official social media ambassador and red carpet correspondent for the 99th Oscars in 2027. Feldman’s duties are to participate in key events throughout the awards season, including the Academy Museum Gala, Governors Awards, nominees luncheon, and the Oscars red carpet.
“Every movie lover’s dream is to feel close to the Oscars, and my goal is to bring them as close as I possibly can to that experience,” said Feldman. “It is cinema’s most celebrated night, and I’m honored to represent fans and supporters of the filmic arts leading up to and through the ceremony.”
Feldman’s film-focused social media personality, @guywithamoviecamera, has amassed more than 3 million followers across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. His platform offers behind-the-scenes access to the entertainment industry through content from film sets, premieres, and awards shows. He was named to Forbes‘ 30 Under 30 list as one of the leading creators in the social media space.
Read on for everything to know about the 2027 Oscars.
THE DATE
The 99th Academy Awards will be held on Sunday, March 14, 2027. That’s about a week later than usual to avoid traffic congestion from the Los Angeles Marathon, which is scheduled for March 7.
THE VENUE
The ceremony takes place at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood, the official home of the Oscars since 2001. It will move to the Peacock Theater beginning in 2029 with the 101st ceremony.
HOW TO WATCH
In the United States, the Oscars will be televised live on ABC and streamed live on Hulu. It will air in more than 200 territories worldwide.
THE HOST & THE PRODUCERS
Conan O’Brien is back as host for the third time after overseeing the 97th and 98th editions to great acclaim in 2025 and 2026. Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan are producing for the fourth consecutive time.
THE TIMETABLE
The ceremony is the ultimate finish line, but there are many key stops along the way. Here is the timeline for the 2026 Oscars:
Eligibility period begins
Jan. 1, 2026
Final submission deadline for General Entry categories
Nov. 12, 2026
Governors Awards*
Nov. 15, 2026
*Honorees are Glenn Close, Floyd Norman, Ridley Scott, Christine Vachon, and Pamela Koffler.
Preliminary voting begins 9 a.m. PT
Dec. 7, 2026
Preliminary voting ends 5 p.m. PT
Dec. 11, 2026
Oscars shortlists announcement
Dec. 15, 2026
Eligibility period ends
Dec. 31, 2026
Nominations voting begins 9 a.m. PT
Jan. 11, 2027
Nominations voting ends 5 p.m. PT
Jan. 15, 2027
Oscars nominations announcement
Jan. 21, 2027
Oscars Nominees Luncheon
Feb. 16, 2027
Finals voting begins 9 a.m. PT
Feb. 25, 2027
Finals voting ends 5 p.m. PT
March 4, 2027
