Eligibility periods for film submission and rules regarding film distribution mostly went by the wayside this year, as all organizations had to adjust their rules and requirements in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are important dates to keep in mind:
THE OSCARS
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences will present the 93rd annual Oscars on April 25, 2021. Details and format are still being worked out.
February 1: Preliminary voting begins
February 5: Preliminary voting ends
March 5: Nominations voting begins
March 10: Nominations voting ends
March 15: Oscar Nominations Announcement
April 15: Finals voting begins
April 20: Finals Voting Ends
April 25: Oscars Telecast
CAS AWARDS
The 57th annual CAS Awards, which will take place April 17, 2021, in Los Angeles. expanded its eligibility window for motion pictures to February 28, 2021, with theatrical motion pictures that had a previously planned theatrical release but were initially made available on commercial streaming or VOD service qualifying under certain circumstances. Please see Awards Entry and Voting Rules for details www.cinemaaudiosociety.org.
February 11: Nomination Ballot Voting Begins
February 24: Nomination Ballot Voting Ends
March 2: Final Nominees Announced
March 25: Final Voting Begins
April 6: Final Voting Ends
April 17: 57th Annual CAS Awards
MPSE GOLDEN REEL AWARDS
The 68th annual MPSE Golden Reel Awards will be held on April 18, 2021, with format and announcements still under discussion.
February 1: Nomination Voting Opens
February 19: Nomination Voting Ends
March 1: Nominations Announced
March 1: Final Voting Opens
April 12: Final Voting Ends
April 18: MPSE Golden Reel Awards
