Overview

• The Academy announced that Conan O'Brien will host the 98th Oscars on March 15, 2026, marking his second consecutive year in the role.
• O'Brien received widespread praise for his 2025 hosting debut, which was credited with balancing humor and warmth while boosting viewership.
• The 2025 Oscars achieved a five-year high in ratings, drawing 19.69 million viewers and strong engagement across social media platforms.
• Producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan, along with Jeff Ross and Mike Sweeney, will return to lead the 2026 production team.
• O'Brien humorously referenced Adrien Brody's record-breaking acceptance speech length in his announcement, continuing his signature comedic tone.