Hulu Subscribers Upset as Oscars Livestream Ends Abruptly Before Best Actress and Best Picture Categories

The Oscars ceremony faced major technical issues during its live stream on Hulu, causing frustration among viewers. The trouble began with login problems for over 34,000 subscribers, disrupting the show’s start. Despite efforts to address the issue, it took over two hours to resolve, leaving many unable to watch key moments like Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande’s duet or Conan O’Brien’s monologue.

The situation worsened as the livestream abruptly ended just before announcing the Best Picture and Best Actress winners, attributed to a scheduling system error. Viewers criticized Hulu on social media, with some calling it a "train wreck" and others joking about staging an "insurrection" at Hulu headquarters.

Reports suggest the Academy is contemplating ending its partnership with Disney, Hulu’s parent company, following the incident. Despite the mishap, the Oscars Red Carpet Show and full ceremony remain available for streaming on Hulu.

The disruption highlights the challenges of live streaming major events and underscores the importance of reliable technical infrastructure for seamless viewer experiences.

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