The Oscar ceremony is fast approaching, and preparations are in full swing for the 2023 edition of the world’s most celebrated film awards. Nominees have been announced weeks ago, and many movie lovers want to catch the contenders before the ceremony.
Some titles are already available on streaming platforms such as Netflix, HBO Max, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, or Movistar Plus+. Others have not yet secured a streaming release and can only be experienced on the big screen.
In the following sections, the most anticipated films of this Oscar year are examined with respect to where to watch them now or in the near future.
‘Everything is everywhere all at once’
The leading favorite with 11 nominations is currently available in Spain on Movistar Plus+ and in cinemas. The film by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert competes for all major categories, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actress.
‘No news from the front’
Carrying nine nominations across nearly every technical category, this German war drama by Edward Berger can be streamed via Netflix.
“Top Gun: Maverick”
Tom Cruise produces and stars in this highly acclaimed sequel, which earned six Oscar nominations. It is accessible in the Amazon Prime Video catalog.
“Elvis”
Eight nominations shine on Baz Luhrmann’s film, starring Austin Butler and Tom Hanks. HBO Max carries the title for streaming audiences.
“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”
Disney+ hosts one of the year’s standout nominees, a Marvel movie aiming for a coveted statuette amid five nominations.
‘Blonde’
The film that propelled Spanish-Crench actress Ana de Armas to Hollywood prominence presents her as Marilyn Monroe. It is available on Netflix. Critics have mixed feelings, but the film’s bold reception has kept conversations lively, especially given the director’s previous work.
‘Pinocchio’
Guillermo del Toro reimagines a timeless animated classic, offering strong contenders for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Score. The movie is available on Netflix.
‘Tar’
At present, this film has not yet landed on streaming platforms and is currently shown only in cinemas. It is anticipated to join streaming later in the season, with Movistar Plus+ expected to carry it.
“Avatar: The Way of Water”
Another blockbuster not yet released on streaming services is expected to premiere on Disney+ in the near future, though an exact date remains unclear.
“Inisherin’s Banshees”
To see it before the Oscars, a cinema screening is advised. A Disney+ release is anticipated by the end of March, but the exact timing is still to be confirmed.
“The Whale”
Darren Aronofsky’s drama, led by Brendan Fraser, hit theaters at the end of January and is likely to arrive on Movistar Plus+ toward the end of March, following the ceremony.
“The Fabelmans”
The newly released title will take longer to reach streaming services. It is expected to appear on HBO Max in regions where the catalog is available, with no firm arrival date yet.