Conan O'Brien Confirmed as Host for 2027 Oscars, Third Consecutive Year

Conan O’Brien is set to return to the Oscars stage for a third consecutive year. The legendary comedian and late-night host will host the 99th Academy Awards, scheduled for March 14, 2027.

The announcement was made by Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Lynette Howell Taylor on Tuesday. Robin Roberts shared the news during Disney’s upfront presentation.

O’Brien takes over the hosting duties following Jimmy Kimmel’s fourth stint as host in 2024. His return continues a streak of high-energy, comedic leadership that has defined the ceremony in recent years.

Production Team and Creative Partnerships

Joining O’Brien as executive producers are Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan, who will serve in their roles for the fourth consecutive year. Jeff Ross and Mike Sweeney will produce the show for a third time, with Sweeney also contributing as a writer.

"Conan has created remarkable energy around ‘The Oscars,’" said Craig Erwich, President of Disney Television Group. "His singular comedic voice makes Hollywood’s biggest night one of the most entertaining celebrations of the year. We’re proud to welcome him back and look forward to what he and the producing team deliver next."

"We are thrilled to be working again with Conan, Raj, Katy, Jeff and Mike for the 99th Oscars," said Kramer and Howell Taylor. "They are an incredible team and have produced such captivating, entertaining and heartfelt shows over the last two years. We are so grateful for their ongoing partnership as we honor our global film community — and we look forward to Conan superbly leading the celebration with his brilliance and humor."

Accolades and Credentials

The production team brings a wealth of experience and accolades:

• Kapoor and Mullan won Emmys for Outstanding Variety Special (Live) in 2024 for their work on the 96th Academy Awards. Kapoor also earned an Emmy for Outstanding Variety Special (Pre-Recorded) as executive producer of “Adele: One Night Only.”
• O’Brien has won six Primetime Emmys and received 33 nominations throughout his career.
• Ross has earned two Emmys with 18 nominations.
• Sweeney has won four Emmys with 24 nominations.

"Getting to reunite with Conan O’Brien for a third year at the Oscars is really special. He brings that signature humor everyone loves, along with a real warmth and generosity that carry through the entire show," said Kapoor and Mullan. "He’s a true creative partner, someone we trust completely, and someone who makes the whole process genuinely fun, both behind the scenes and on stage. We’re incredibly grateful to keep building this together and can’t wait to share what’s next."

Ceremony Venue and Future Plans

The 2027 Oscars will be the penultimate ceremony broadcast on ABC before the event transitions to YouTube starting with the 101st Academy Awards. Additionally, the ceremony will leave the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood after 27 years and relocate to L.A. Live in downtown Los Angeles.

The 99th Oscars will air on Sunday, March 14, 2027.