Experience the Academy
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How It Started
The idea was born in January 1927, over dinner at Louis B. Mayer’s Santa Monica beach house. Find out how the Academy was founded and how it’s grown ever since. More
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Become An Insider
President Sid Ganis invites visitors to get to know the Academy – even its geeky side. More
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The Talented Members
They are 6,000 of the most skilled men and women in the movie industry. Learn about who they are and hear them talk about pivotal moments in their lives and careers. More
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Oscar’s Shining Moments
Where was the first awards ceremony held? Who was hosting the year “Titanic” won? What film won Best Picture 10 years ago? Take a trip down Academy Awards memory lane. More
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The First King of Hollywood
Douglas Fairbanks – actor, studio founder, civic leader and first president of the Academy – is the subject of a new exhibition and a just-released book. More
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The Next Generation
Get to know the winners of the most recent Student Academy Award competition, and see clips of their unique films. More
What's New
Hugh Jackman to host 81st Oscars®
This will be Jackman’s first time center stage at the Oscar show, although he has previously been a presenter.
Jerry Lewis to Receive Award
Actor, director, writer and producer Jerry Lewis has been voted the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award