Movies that debuted on a streaming service
without a theatrical run will be eligible for the
Oscars, but only for this year.
The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and
Sciences on Tuesday announced the change
for the 93rd Academy Awards as a response to
how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted
the film industry.
The film academy also said it will condense the
two sound categories into one and prohibit DVD
screeners for 2022’s 94th Oscars in an effort to
become more carbon neutral.