Oscars 2024: Date, start time, presenters and how to watch in the UK

The Oscars are on this Sunday (March 10) and movie buffs in more than 200 territories worldwide will be tuning in to see which flicks sweep the board this year. Surprise summer smash-hit Oppenheimer leads the nominations with 13 nods, but how many will it take home?

The 96th Oscars will be held on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood. In the USA they will be televised live on ABC and in more than 200 territories worldwide.

But will there be any moments to match Will Smith smacking Chris Rock for dissing Jada like in 2022? For your guide to watching all the winners, losers, sobbing speeches and celebrity hijinks, read on.

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When can I watch the Oscars?

The Oscars are on Sunday (March 10) and you have to stay up late if you want to catch them live. They are broadcast in LA at 7 p.m. EDT/4 p.m. PDT.

Here in the UK, they start at 10.15pm and go on until 2.35am. If you're planning on staying up for the whole two hour and 20 minutes show, better get some snacks.

Who is hosting the Oscars?

The US host is Jimmy Kimmel, the fourth time he has taken the reins of the programme. The Oscars are being shown on ITV1, ITV2 and ITVX for British movie fans, in a show hosted by movie buff Jonathan Ross.

When Kimmel hosted the 2023 Oscars, Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang said: "Jimmy is the perfect host to help us recognize the incredible artists and films of our 95th Oscars. His love of movies, live TV expertise, and ability to connect with our global audiences will create an unforgettable experience for our millions of viewers worldwide."

Who are the celebrities presenting the Oscars?

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