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Where to watch the Oscars 2025

A WICKED guide on how to watch the 97th Academy Awards.

Question: DUNE know that last year, 19.5 million people tuned in to watch the Oscars on ABC’s official broadcast? But what about cinema lovers outside the U.S.? What is our global CONCLAVE of film enthusiasts supposed to do? Let’s not be a BRUTALIST and leave you in the COMPLETE UNKNOWN — time to get to the SUBSTANCE of this post. (And yes, we'll cut it out with the horrible movie puns).

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When: March 2, 7:00 PM (ET) / March 3, 00:00 AM (GMT)

Stream the Oscars seamlessly with AdGuard VPN! Just connect to a suitable server to enjoy access to the live broadcast. Here’s how you can watch the event online.

Official broadcasters

US

ABC
The easiest way for Americans is to just stream here. Plus, enjoy plenty of Oscars-related posts, predictions, behind-the-scenes moments, and more!

Hulu
For the first time, the Oscars will be streamed on Hulu. You’ll also find live coverage and in-depth analysis of this year’s nominations here. A 7-day free trial will be of great help.

YouTube TV
Catch all the red carpet glamour and the ceremony as it happens live. Plus, enjoy a special perk: a 5-day free trial.

Other countries

Canada: CTV
Australia: 7Plus
UK: ITVX
Ireland: RTÉ Player (no account required!)

A great perk is that you can watch the Oscars for free with one of these 4 options above.

Solutions for other countries can be found on the official website for Oscars.

The easiest way to watch

If you're outside the U.S. and staying up late doesn’t seem worth it, you can always catch the highlights on the Oscars official YouTube channel.

Tips for the best streaming experience

  1. Sign up for a trusted VPN for a safe and private watching experience (naturally, we would recommend AdGuard VPN 😊).
  2. Choose the suitable, fastest location.
  3. Pick your preferred streaming service and sign up if needed — some offer free trials!
  4. Clear your cache or use incognito mode.
  5. Sit back, enjoy, and stream securely.

That’s it! Explore the full list of nominees, make your predictions, and watch the ceremony.

Why you need AdGuard VPN for streaming

With a top-tier VPN you will experience seamless and secure streaming on your smartphone, desktop, smart TV, gaming console, and other devices:

  • Encryption of your web traffic. AdGuard VPN ensures your online activities and personal data remain private and protected from prying eyes.
  • 70+ locations. Lightning-fast servers are expertly optimized for both streaming and privacy.
  • Access from anywhere. You can watch your favorite content even when you are traveling abroad.

We don't endorse the use of AdGuard VPN to bypass copyright regulations.

  • Hard to detect. AdGuard VPN operates on its own proprietary protocol which makes it stealthy like a ninja.
  • Selective mode. You can use VPN only for specific websites and apps.
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