Exciting news for film enthusiasts across the United Kingdom! ITV has just announced that it has become the new home of the prestigious Academy Awards, winning a multi-year contract to bring the much-anticipated annual Oscars broadcast to British audiences.
Previously, pay-TV giant Sky held the rights for two decades, but now, ITV has stepped in to take the reins. This remarkable agreement with Disney ensures that the 2024 Oscars will be exclusively available on ITV platforms and programming. Viewers can catch this star-studded event on ITV1, the streaming platform ITVX, as well as ITVX’s social channels and various news and magazine shows.
Darren Nartey, Senior Acquisitions Manager for ITV and ITVX, expressed his elation, stating, “We are thrilled to be able to exclusively bring the Oscars to film fans all across the UK, furthering and complementing our commitment to films across our network.” With over 250 feature films already available on ITVX at any given time, ITV is eager to share the movie event of the year with its viewers.
The CEO of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Bill Kramer, also shared his excitement about this new venture with ITV. He said, “We could not be happier to partner with ITV in bringing the Oscars to viewers throughout the UK. The Oscars is a celebration of global cinema—recognizing films and film artists from around the world. ITV’s support of our international awards show is a testament to its deep devotion to the movies.”
Mark your calendars for March 10, 2024, when the 96th Oscars ceremony will take place. Get ready to join host of celebrities, filmmakers, and industry insiders as they gather to honor the very best in cinema on ITV.
Stay tuned for more updates and exclusive coverage as the 96th Oscars ceremony draws closer. It’s an exciting time for film lovers, and ITV is proud to be at the forefront, bringing this momentous event to audiences all across the UK.
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