Movie lovers still have time to see the films nominated for the Oscars this week as part of the Oscars Movie festival.
The Academy Awards will be airing Sunday, March 15 on the ABC Network and live streaming on Hulu, beginning at 5 p.m. MT/7 p.m. ET.
Fans can watch films nominated for Best Picture, Live Action Short Film and Animated Short Film categories. Fans can either buy a $40 all-inclusive festival pass, granting them access to every participating nominee, or purchase single-show tickets at the box office.
The festival “is all about honoring the artistry of film and giving cinephiles the chance to experience these acclaimed titles in the unparalleled movie theater environment,” said Wanda Gierhart Fearing, Cinemark Chief Marketing and Content Officer in a press release. “We’re excited to bring back this beloved tradition where audiences can watch these powerful stories unfold from our Cinemark auditoriums, while also enjoying new curated beverage and merchandise offerings for an awards-worthy experience.”
Festival passes are available online at Cinemark.com/movieweek, with festival passholders getting 50% off any size popcorn, valid once per visit.
More than 130 Cinemark theaters are hosting the event, including the Cinemark West El Paso XD and Screen X.Series Schedule:Hamnet | Oscars Movie WeekMar 12 at 1:00 pmMar 13 at 6:45 pmMarty Supreme | Oscars Movie Week 2026Mar 12 at 4:00 pmMar 14 at 6:30 pmSinners | Oscars Movie Week 2026Mar 12 at 7:30 pmMar 14 at 10:00 pmTrain DreamsMar 13 at 12:30 pmThe Secret Agent (Portuguese with English Subtitles) | Oscars Movie Week 2026Mar 13 at 3:15 pmOscars Shorts 2026Mar 13 at 7:00 pmMar 14 at 2:00 pmMar 15 at 2:00 pmFrankenstein | Oscars Movie WeekMar 13 at 9:45 pmBugonia | Oscars Movie Week 2026Mar 14 at 12:15 pmOne Battle After Another | Oscars Movie Week 2026Mar 14 at 3:00 pmF1 | Oscars Movie WeekMar 15 at 11:00 amSentimental ValueMar 15 at 2:30 pm
When are the Oscars 2026?
The awards ceremony is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. Sunday on ABC and the ABC app or streaming live on Hulu and via FuboTV.
What are the 2026 Oscar nominations?
Here are the nominations in the top categories for the Academy Awards 2026.
Best picture
Best Supporting Actress
Best Actor
Best Actress
Best Supporting Actor
Best Director
Oscar predictions 2026
Here is USA Today’s predictions for Oscar winners for the Academy Awards 2026.
María Cortés González may be reached at 915-546-6150; mcortes@elpasotimes.com; @eptmaria.bsky.social on Bluesky, and @eptmariacg on TikTok.
This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: Cinemark hosts ‘Oscars’ movie festival this week; when are Oscars 2026
Reporting by Maria Cortes Gonzalez, El Paso Times / El Paso Times
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