Academy changes Oscars eligibility for streaming titles amid coronavirus pandemic

The Sound Mixing and Sound Editing categories have also been combined into one Sound category.

“Nonetheless, the historically tragic COVID-19 pandemic necessitates this temporary exception to our awards eligibility rules.

The Academy supports our members and colleagues during this time of uncertainty.

All voting members of the preliminary voting committee must also meet a viewing requirement for vote.

subscription streaming service, subscription cable channel, broadcast television, etc.)”

and will still be eligible to compete at the Golden Globes.

The 93rd Oscars are currently scheduled to be handed out at a ceremony on Feb. 28, 2021.