Kieran Culkin Missing From Oscars Presenters Roster in Los Angeles Sparks Focus on Pullmans and Star-Studded Lineup
The latest presenter announcements for the 98th Academy Awards emphasize a mix of familiar faces and major nominees, while kieran culkin’s name does not appear in the batches released so far. Producers added a new group that includes Bill Pullman and his son Lewis Pullman alongside established stars and nominees, and said audiences should expect even more surprises on the telecast.
New Presenters Join the Oscars Lineup
In the most recent round of names, the presenters list grew to include Bill Pullman and Lewis Pullman, nominees Rose Byrne, Wagner Moura and Delroy Lindo, former host Jimmy Kimmel, and performers-turned-actors Pedro Pascal, Channing Tatum and Sigourney Weaver. Another announced roster of names features Robert Downey Jr., Anne Hathaway, Nicole Kidman, Priyanka Chopra and Ewan McGregor. Showrunner and executive producer Raj Kapoor described the roster as “jaw-dropping, ” and producers said the evening will include reunions and appearances by people who have not been on the stage in some time.
Timing, Broadcast And Streaming Details
The ceremony will take place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday, March 15. Broadcast timing in published materials is inconsistent: one outline lists the show as beginning at 7: 00 pm ET, while another lists a start time of 8: 00 pm ET. The telecast will air on ABC and will be available to stream live on Hulu, with additional viewing options noted for authenticated apps and live-TV platforms.
Kieran Culkin’s Status and What Remains Unclear
While the announced presenter rosters include a wide range of actors and nominees, Kieran Culkin is not listed among the names in the current batches. It is not yet clear whether further announcements will add him or other performers not yet named; producers have indicated more stars will be revealed and suggested there will be surprises throughout the evening.
Awards Race, Performances And Stakes
The awards competition remains a central storyline going into the broadcast. One Battle After Another and Sinners have emerged as the leading films in conversation, with Sinners breaking the record for most nominations by a single film with 16. Film writers Jake Coyle and Lindsey Bahr project One Battle After Another will take best picture and best director, and they offer differing picks in supporting acting categories. Live performances of nominated songs are set to feature work from KPop Demon Hunters and Sinners, among others, with moments intended to spotlight the role of music in the films.
Next Steps And Expectations
With Conan O’Brien returning as host following a prior year on the stage, producers have framed the show as a globally themed celebration with many unannounced surprises. Viewers and industry watchers should expect additional presenter names and creative segments to be released in the days leading up to the ceremony. For now, the confirmed additions sharpen attention on the Pullmans and a high-profile presenter lineup while some notable names remain unmentioned in the published lists.
