With a tight best picture race ahead, the 97th Academy Awards could be one of the most unpredictable Oscars in years. Hosted by Conan O’Brien for the first time, much of the ceremony will also focus on the California wildfires, which affected many members of the Hollywood community. NBC News’ Joe Fryer and Savannah Sellers preview the 2025 Oscars with Eric Davis, managing editor at Fandango.
