Where can I watch the 2026 Oscars?
Stream the 2026 Oscars live on M-Net, and in prime time on Mzansi Magic on Monday, 16 March.
The 98th Academy Awards ceremony takes place on Sunday, 15 March at Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, hosted by comedian Conan O’Brien. But where do you watch it if you aren’t prowling the red carpet in search of the GlamBOT, accepting an award, or hired as a seat filler? From 2029, the awards will air live on YouTube, but until then, the Oscars are on DStv.
In South Africa, you can stream the live broadcast of the 2026 Oscars on Monday, 16 March from 1AM on M-Net Channel 101, or watch in prime time on Mzansi Magic Channel 161. You’ll be able to catch every magical moment, so get ready to stock up on some of the best reaction shots and memes of the year, as we find out how many of its record-breaking 16 nominations Sinners can bring home.
Until then, here’s where you can catch the movies and series everyone is talking about. Or just stay tuned to your favourite channels on DStv, and start making your picks and predictions for who deserves an Oscar in 2027.
Download and watch later
Get the DStv app (Apple, Android or Huawei) and download episodes to watch on your phone or tablet – just remember to connect to the Wi-Fi first so there are no surprise data costs.
