The 101st Academy Awards will be streamed on YouTube starting in 2029, following a multiyear agreement between the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the platform. This deal, which extends through 2033, includes not just the main telecast but also red carpet coverage, behind-the-scenes content, and access to the Governors Ball. YouTube TV subscribers in the U.S. will have exclusive access, while viewers globally can watch for free on YouTube. YouTube CEO Neal Mohan emphasized the importance of the Oscars as a cultural institution and expressed excitement about expanding the event’s reach to inspire future generations of filmmakers and fans. The Academy’s current partnership with Disney and ABC will continue through 2028, which includes the milestone 100th Oscars celebration. The new YouTube collaboration aims to broaden the Academy's audience, benefiting its members and the film industry at large.