The Oscars new requirement to watch all movies before voting explained, and how it will be enforced for members.

The Academy announced a new set of rules that will require voting members to have seen all nominated films to qualify to vote in competitive categories. Key PointsThe Academy's board approved new rules and regulations for the 2026 Oscars.

The film academy also set down some rules for its new achievement in casting Oscar. After a preliminary round of voting to determine a shortlist of 10 films, members of the casting branch will be invited to a “bake-off” presentation from the shortlisted films, including a Q&A with nominees.