WOWOW and Lemino to Air 99th, 100th Academy Awards in Japan
WOWOW returns to live Oscars coverage for the first time in three ceremonies, while Lemino will livestream both events exclusively.
WOWOW and Lemino will be the exclusive Japanese broadcasters and livestreamers of the 99th and 100th Academy Awards ceremonies, the two companies announced. The 99th ceremony takes place on March 14, 2027 (local time) at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles.
Viewers in Japan can watch the 99th ceremony live on the morning of March 15, 2027, Japan time, according to cinemacafe.net. Nominations for that edition will be announced on January 21, 2027 (local time).
The 100th Academy Awards ceremony is scheduled for March 5, 2028 (local time), and Lemino will livestream both events, making coverage exclusive to the two companies.
Return after three ceremonies
For WOWOW, the 99th ceremony marks its first live broadcast of the Academy Awards in three seasons, since the 96th edition.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences organizes the awards, with Bill Kramer serving as CEO.
Quick answers
When will the 99th Academy Awards be held?
The ceremony is set for March 14, 2027 (local time) at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, and airs live in Japan on the morning of March 15, 2027.
Where can I watch the Academy Awards in Japan?
WOWOW and Lemino hold exclusive Japanese broadcast and livestream rights for the 99th and 100th ceremonies.
When are the 99th Academy Awards nominations announced?
Nominations will be announced on January 21, 2027 (local time).