The 93rd Academy Awards don't take place until next February, but the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is considering postponing the ceremony according to a Variety report.
Sources tell the trade that nothing is concrete for the telecast which is scheduled for February 28, 2021, but one familiar with the matter says, "It's likely they'll be postponed." A new date hasn't been formerly discussed yet, and ABC has yet to officially change the original date.
Last month, changes to what makes a film eligible for the Oscars were announced, which means non-theatrical releases will be considered providing there were once plans for a big-screen debut.
While theaters are expected to open in July, it's slim pickings in terms of Oscar favourites at the moment - unless, of course, the Academy are happy for the likes of Sonic the Hedgehog and The Invisible Man to pick up the biggest prizes. A lot of films will be unable to finish production to meet the Oscar deadline as well, hence why the Academy is having to consider making these changes.
Nothing is set in stone, but this shows just how much of an impact the coronavirus (COVID-19) is having on Hollywood. What this means for other awards show is equally as unclear for the time being.
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