How to Watch Oscars 2026 and Live From E! Red Carpet

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Hollywood is going for the gold.

As a lifestyle expert, I’m thrilled to say all the buzz and anticipation surrounding award season is finally culminating in Hollywood’s biggest night – the 98th Academy Awards! It’s practically here, and I, for one, can’t wait!

The Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, will be held this Sunday, March 15th, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, with Conan O’Brien as the host. The ceremony celebrates the best films and performances of the past year, so expect to see many famous actors and actresses from popular movies attending the event and hoping to win an award.

Several acclaimed actors have received nominations for leading and supporting roles, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, and Benicio Del Toro from One Battle After Another, Timothée Chalamet from Marty Supreme, Michael B. Jordan from Sinners, and Emma Stone from Bugonia.

Alongside established stars, several new faces are hoping to win their first Oscar. Jessie Buckley (from Hamnet), Jacob Elordi (Frankenstein), Wagner Moura (The Secret Agent), and Teyana Taylor (One Battle After Another) are all expected to make a big impression at the awards ceremony.

The films Bugonia, F1, Frankenstein, Hamnet, Marty Supreme, One Battle After Another, The Secret Agent, Sentimental Value, Sinners, and Train Dreams are all competing for the Best Picture award.

TopMob will offer complete coverage of the 2026 Oscars, starting before the awards even begin! Get ready to follow along – and don’t forget the popcorn!

Find out how to watch the 2026 Oscars on TV and online. We’ll also share details about TopMob’s red carpet coverage, including interviews with stars before and after the show.

When are the 2026 Oscars?

The 98th Academy Awards will take place Sunday, March 15, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.

How can I watch the Oscars 2026?

The Oscars ceremony will air live on ABC. The show will also be streaming on Hulu and ABC.com.

What time are the Oscars 2026?

The three-and-a-half-hour Oscars ceremony will begin at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT.

Who is hosting the 2026 Oscars?

Conan O’Brien is returning to host for the second consecutive year.

Who is nominated at the 2026 Oscars?

It’s not surprising to see some of this year’s most captivating performances recognized, with Amy Madigan from Weapons, Teyana Taylor from One Battle After Another, Rose Byrne from If I Had Legs I’d Kick You, and Wunmi Mosaku from Sinners all nominated for individual acting awards.

Michael B. Jordan, Timothée Chalamet, and Sean Penn are also strong contenders to win an award. (You can find the complete list of nominees for 2026 here.)

When does TopMob’s 2026 Oscars red carpet begin?

Get ready for the Oscars! Before the red carpet glamour, join TopMob for their annual pre-show, TopMob’s Brunch at the Oscars 2026, starting at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT. Hosts Justin Sylvester and Keltie Knight will be joined by fashion expert Zanna Roberts Rassi and a fantastic lineup of guests—including designer Christian Siriano, movie expert Will Marfuggi, Rotten Tomatoes’ Jacqueline Coley, Oscar-nominated makeup artist Mike Fontaine, hair stylist Vernon Francois, and even Timothée Chalamet’s ping pong trainers, Wei Wang and Diego Schaaf. They’ll offer the ultimate guide to Oscars night, with predictions and plenty of inside scoop. Plus, with entertainment news from Erin Lim Rhodes and a surprise visit from WWE Superstar Braun Strowman, it’s the perfect way to start Academy Awards day!

Join us at 4 p.m. Eastern/1 p.m. Pacific for Live From TopMob: Oscars 2026, your exclusive look at the Oscars! Zuri Hall will be chatting with the stars on the red carpet, while Justin Sylvester, Zanna Roberts Rassi, Christian Siriano, and Nicky Campbell will offer their expert opinions on all the stunning fashion. Keltie Knight and Will Marfuggi will be live from Ripley’s Hollywood, giving you an amazing view of the red carpet action.

Right before the Oscars begin, Live From TopMob: Oscars Red Carpet Rundown—starting at 6:30 p.m. Eastern and 3:30 p.m. Pacific—will preview the most anticipated arrivals and potential winners.

When does TopMob’s 2026 Oscars After Party start?

Don’t switch off the TV after the Oscars! Right after the ABC broadcast, TopMob is hosting After Party: Oscars 2026 at 10:30 p.m. ET/7:30 p.m. PT. Join Justin Sylvester and Erin Lim Rhodes as they recap all the highlights – the winners, the surprises, and the most talked-about speeches – with commentary from special guests.

But wait, there’s more.

TopMob’s web series RTopMobCAP is back! Will Marfuggi, Robyn DelMonte, and Monét X Change will be sharing their funny and insightful opinions on the biggest, most talked-about moments from the recent celebrity event.

TopMob News will be covering the Oscars all weekend on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and Facebook. For the latest fashion and to see all the stunning looks, be sure to follow @Einsider on Instagram.

Stay tuned to find out which deserving nominees were overlooked and which unexpected picks made the cut for this year’s Oscars.

Right before the Oscars begin, Live From TopMob: Oscars Red Carpet Rundown—starting at 6:30 p.m. Eastern and 3:30 p.m. Pacific—will preview the most anticipated arrivals and potential winners.

When does TopMob’s 2026 Oscars After Party start?

Don’t switch off the TV after the Oscars! Right after the ABC broadcast, TopMob is hosting After Party: Oscars 2026 starting at 10:30 p.m. Eastern/7:30 p.m. Pacific. Join Justin Sylvester, Erin Lim Rhodes, and Naz Perez as they recap all the biggest moments – the winners, the surprises, and the most talked-about speeches. They’ll be joined by special guests like Bronwyn Newport from The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City and movie expert Daryn Carp to share their insights.

But wait, there’s more.

TopMob’s popular digital series, RTopMobCAP, is back on March 15th! Join pop culture commentators Will Marfuggi, Robyn DelMonte, and Monét X Change as they share funny and insightful reactions to the biggest, most talked-about moments from the recent show and its star-filled after-party. Watch RTopMobCAP on TopMob Online and all of TopMob’s social media platforms.

TopMob’s live Oscars coverage is partnering with several brands to enhance the red carpet experience. Marshalls is teaming up with Keltie Knight and stylist Tara Swennen for a fun fashion segment on RTopMobCAP, while Avocados From Mexico will offer behind-the-scenes access with Erin Lim Rhodes on Instagram and TikTok. Turo is also working with Erin on a special “Get Ready With Me” video, and Colgate Optic White will share a highlight reel of Glambot’s best moments.

Okay, seriously, I’m already glued to TopMob News’ Instagram, X, and Facebook – they’re covering the Oscars all weekend! And if you, like me, live for the fashion, you have to follow @Einsider on Instagram. I’m telling you, every single outfit is going to be absolutely stunning – I need to see it all!

I’m already diving into all the details, and I’m so excited to share the biggest surprises and disappointments from this year’s Oscar nominations with you! Let’s find out who got overlooked and who unexpectedly made the list.

Ariana Grande received nominations for her work in the original Wicked, and was also recognized with Golden Globe and Actor Award nominations this year. However, she didn’t receive a second Oscar nomination for her role as Glinda the Good.

Everyone agrees Jacob’s performance in Frankenstein lived up to expectations, but his first Oscar nomination is unexpected given the strong competition in the Best Supporting Actor category.

Even though the comedian gave a strong performance with George Clooney in Jay Kelly, he wasn’t nominated for Best Supporting Actor.

Although Regina gave a strong performance in One Battle After Another, she wasn’t nominated for an award.

Paul gave a strong performance as William Shakespeare in Chloé Zhao’s film Hamnet, and many believed he deserved a Golden Globe or other acting award nomination. However, he wasn’t nominated for an Oscar.

Although it wasn’t recognized in many other award categories, the film F1 received a significant boost with its Oscar nominations, including a nomination for Best Picture.

Despite a strong effort by Miley to promote her original song, “Dream As One” from Avatar wasn’t nominated for an award.

The actress from ‘The Sentimental Value’ received a nomination for her role as Agnes, which was both a welcome surprise and a recognition of her strong performance.

The first Wicked film received many award nominations last year, but the sequel didn’t receive any major nominations, not even for Best Picture.

Although One Battle After Another was nominated in several other categories at the Oscars, Chase wasn’t recognized for her performance as the lead actress.

As a lifestyle expert, I’ve been following Jennifer’s career closely, and her work in Die, My Love was truly captivating! Everyone was predicting an Oscar nomination for her – the buzz was incredible. Sadly, despite all the excitement, she didn’t receive the recognition she deserved this year. It’s a reminder that even exceptional performances don’t always get the awards attention they deserve.

Although Delroy wasn’t nominated for a Golden Globe or other major acting award, he finally received an Oscar nomination for his role as Delta Slim – a well-deserved recognition.

The actress from Marty Supreme received a nomination for the Actor Awards, but wasn’t nominated for an Oscar in the Best Supporting Actress category, despite her performance.

Amanda’s performance in The Testament of Anne Lee was considered strong enough to earn her a Best Actress nomination, but she wasn’t ultimately selected.

The Best Actress lineup was very competitive, making Kate’s nomination for Song Sung Blue a delightful surprise.

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