Oscars 2026: Academy to increase security after FBI warns of possible Iran drone threat

Security for the upcoming Academy Awards has been tightened after the FBI warned California law enforcement of a potential Iranian drone threat targeting the U.S. West Coast ahead of the Hollywood ceremony

Oscars Increase Security After FBI Warns California Authorities of Possible Iran Drone Threat

The organizers of the Academy Awards say safety preparations are routine and robust after news of an FBI alert surfaced ahead of this year’s Oscars. The Oscars rolled out the red carpet earlier on Wednesday in Hollywood, with host Conan O’Brien and media reporters on site for the annual celebration of movies. However, security is […]

By Clayton Davis

Security to Be Increased at 2026 Oscars Amid FBI Alert About Iran’s “Surprise Attack” Plan on California

"We want everybody to feel safe and protected and welcome, so it’s our job as a producing team to make sure that that translates," Oscars telecast producer Raj Kapoor said.

By Carly Thomas

Oscars 2026: Everything you need to know

After an autumn-winter barrage of award shows – the Emmys, the Golden Globes, the Grammys, the IFTAs and the BAFTAs – the granddaddy of them all, the Academy Awards, are just around the corner.

Oscars Security “Tight & Ready” As FBI Alert Warns Of Iranian Drone “Surprise Attack” On California

Security in and around the 98th Academy Awards this weekend is at a maximum as the FBI put out an alert warning of potential Iranian drone attacks in California. “We recently acquired information that as of early February 2026, Iran allegedly aspired to conduct a surprise attack using unmanned aerial vehicles from an unidentified vessel […]

By Dominic Patten

Oscars 2026: How to Watch and Everything Else You Should Know

We are just a few short days away from the 98th Academy Awards. Here's how you can watch it, plus who the hosts, presenters, and performers are, and so much more.

By Adam Bankhurst