Oscar Ceremony Delayed to April 2021 Because of Coronavirus

The Oscars ceremony has been postponed by eight weeks due to the COVID-19 pandemic, now scheduled for April 25, 2021. The Academy has extended the submission deadline for films, allowing movies released up to February 28, 2021, to be eligible for an Oscar. In a unique move, films not shown in theaters will also be considered. The pandemic has significantly disrupted the film industry, halting productions, closing theaters, and delaying major film festivals like Cannes.

Why was the Oscars ceremony postponed in 2021?

• Due to a scheduling conflict with another event

• To allow more time for movie submissions

• Because of the coronavirus pandemic

• To coincide with a major film festival

What is the new date for the 93rd Oscars ceremony?

• June 1st, 2021

• May 10th, 2021

• April 25th, 2021

• March 15th, 2021

Until when can movies be released to be eligible for the 2021 Oscars?

• January 31st, 2021

• February 28th, 2021

• April 30th, 2021

• March 31st, 2021

What is unique about the eligibility criteria for the Oscars in 2021?

• Only documentaries are eligible

• Movies must be released by December 2020

• Only movies released in theaters are eligible

• Movies not shown in theaters can be considered

Which major film festival was postponed due to the pandemic?

• Cannes Film Festival

• Venice Film Festival

• Toronto International Film Festival

• Sundance Film Festival