For the last forty-something years, the Oscars have called ABC their home. It’s like that one friend who always hosts the big game—predictable, reliable, and usually has the best snacks (metaphorically speaking, unless you count the commercials for popcorn). So, if you’re channel-surfing and see a network with a white circle and the letters A, B, and C, just stop right there. You’ve hit the jackpot.
If you’re not using a dinosaur-age cable box, ABC is also your go-to on streaming services. Think Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, or AT&T TV Now. Basically, if it carries a live ABC feed, you’re golden. Just don’t accidentally click on the Hallmark Channel thinking it’s the same thing. You’ll end up watching a movie about a puppy teaching a baker to fall in love, and while that sounds nice, it is not where you’ll see Timothée Chalamet looking nervous.
But Wait—What About Cord Cutters?
Ah, the modern dilemma: you’ve cut the cord, but you still want to see the stars trip on their gowns. Fear not, digital warrior. If you don’t have cable, you can grab a digital antenna. Yes, the old rabbit ears might work, but you’ll look like you’re from 1995. It’s cheap, though, so no judgment.
Alternatively, you can watch the Oscars live on the ABC app or the ABC website—but only if you have a cable login from a friend or family member. Time to call your mom. She’ll be thrilled you’re finally asking for something other than her secret cookie recipe. And hey, if all else fails, social media will have a billion clips of the funniest moments within seconds. You won’t miss the big stuff—just the awkward silence when a winner forgets their glasses.
