The 98th Academy Awards ceremony drew 17.86 million viewers across ABC and Hulu, representing a nine percent decline compared to the 19.7 million who watched the event last year. This outcome positioned the 2025 awards as the lowest-rated Oscars since 2022. The broadcast achieved an average rating of 3.92 among adults aged 18 to 49, a decrease from the 4.54 rating observed in the previous year.
However, this figure was slightly higher than the 3.82 rating recorded in 2024. Despite the reduction in viewership numbers, Disney maintains that the 98th Academy Awards ceremony remains the premier entertainment broadcast of the 2025/2026 season. The decline in audience engagement for this year’s event, which featured host Conan O’Brien, aligns with broader trends observed in other significant award shows throughout the winter.
Similar drops were seen in the Golden Globes, indicating a potential shift in television viewing habits. The academy continues to monitor these trends as it plans for future celebrations.
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The 98th Academy Awards attracted 17.86 million viewers on ABC and Hulu, marking a nine percent drop from the 19.7 million who tuned in last year. Consequently, the 2025 ceremony became the lowest-rat