Academy Award question (1 Viewer)

[Dennis Castro]

When is the start and cut of date for films to be considered for this year's Academy Awards?

 

[Julian Lalor]

The film has to be released theatrically at some point between 1 January and 31 December.

 

[Adam_S]

It's initial release must be theatrical (anything direct to video or distributed online first doesn't count).
It must be released to at least one theatre in Los Angeles (and maybe New York) for paid admission for seven consecutive days.
Those seven days must be between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31