Demi Moore, known for her notable performance in The Substance, which received attention at last year’s Oscars, returns to the 2026 ceremony in a less competitive role as a presenter. Maya Rudolph, celebrated film and television star and daughter of singer Minnie Riperton, will also join the presenter lineup, contributing her presence alongside other distinguished talents.
Additional Stars Announced as Presenters for the Ceremony
The roster of presenters revealed on February 26 includes Javier Bardem, Chris Evans, and Kumail Nanjiani. Chase Infiniti, an actor from the heavily nominated film One Battle After Another, will also appear. Past Oscar winners Adrien Brody (best actor), Kieran Culkin (best supporting actor), and Zoe Saldaña (best supporting actress) were previously confirmed as presenters, highlighting a mix of seasoned winners and rising stars set to engage the audience.
When and Where the 98th Oscars Will Take Place
The 98th Academy Awards ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, March 15, at the Dolby Theatre in Ovation Hollywood. The event will broadcast live on ABC and stream on Hulu starting at 7 p.m. Eastern Time. Conan O’Brien returns as host for the second consecutive year, with the official live red carpet coverage beginning at 6:30 p.m. ET.
Production Team and Nomination Highlights
Executive producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan oversee the show, with Kapoor also serving as showrunner. This year, Sinners and One Battle After Another lead the nominations with 13 each, followed by Frankenstein, Marty Supreme, and Sentimental Value with nine nods apiece. Hamnet holds eight nominations, signaling a strong year for a range of films. More talent for the ceremony is expected to be announced in the upcoming weeks.