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Oscars will now take place in a slightly different way According to Variety The Academys Board of Governors has approved new theatrical release requirements to be eligible for the best picture Oscar beginning at the 2025 ceremonyThe movies will no longer become eligible for the best picture Oscar with just a oneweek theatrical release in an approved city but will require a lengthier stay in theatresA film must meet the following mentioned additional areas regarding its theatrical release to be nominated and win the highly coveted best picture statuette1 Expanded theatrical run of seven days consecutive or nonconsecutive in 10 of the top 50 US markets no later than 45 days after the initial release in 20242 For lateintheyear films with expansions after Jan 10 2025 distributors must submit release plans to the Academy for verification3 Release plans for lateintheyear films must include a planned expanded theatrical run as described above to be completed no later than January 24 20254 NonUS territory releases can count towards two of the 10 markets5 Qualifying nonUS markets include the top 15 international theatrical markets plus the home territory for the filmDuring the COVID19 pandemic the Oscars temporarily suspended eligibility rules for theatrical releases due to shutdownsThese changes do not affect any film contending in the 2023 calendar year and wont go into effect until January 1 As with all rules and changes the Board assesses and meets annually to discuss any practical changes to its eligibility and processesTo be clear this is only for movies to qualify for the best picture category Films will be eligible in various categories such as directing acting and technical achievements without meeting this standard This is the same rule regarding movies and studios that dont meet the diversity and inclusion standards in their first year of effectIn a joint statement Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang said As we do every year we have been reviewing and assessing our theatrical eligibility requirements for the Oscars In support of our mission to celebrate and honor the arts and sciences of moviemaking it is our hope that this expanded theatrical footprint will increase the visibility of films worldwide and encourage audiences to experience our art form in a theatrical setting Based on many conversations with industry partners we feel that this evolution benefits film artists and movie lovers alikeThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever