Conan O’Brien Hosts the Star-Studded Oscars While Kate Hudson Shines in ‘Running Point’

It’s movie and TV week, folks, and get your popcorn ready because the 97th Academy Awards are finally upon us! This Sunday, Conan O’Brien will take the stage not just to roast the industry’s finest but also to possibly steal the show himself. Major contenders this year include “Anora” for Best Picture and Sean Baker for Best Director. With buzz building, fans are eager to see if Demi Moore or Brazilian gem Fernanda Torres snag the Best Actress award. Spoiler alert: Mo’ drama means mo’ ratings, and viewers are definitely here for it!
But wait, it’s not just about the Oscars; “Survivor 48” is kicking off and proving, once again, that reality TV will never die! This franchise pulls in consistent ratings, making it a staple in homes across America. Other newcomers are also heating up screens. Kate Hudson stars in CBS’s fresh comedy series, “Running Point”—a must-see if you’re down for laughs mixed with heartwarming moments (and a bit of Hudson’s undeniable charm).
Meanwhile, CBS is shaking things up with the debut of a new daytime drama, “Beyond the Gates,” set to deliver juicy plotlines and unexpected twists. Fans of daytime soap operas can rejoice as this fresh offering hits the airwaves. With weekday dramas winning more viewers than ever—cheers to our collective obsession with dramatic family feuds and cliffhangers!
And that’s not all this week—get your fill of binge-worthy series like “Full Swing” (back for a new season on Netflix) and the emotional doc “Matthew Perry: A Hollywood Tragedy” available on Peacock. Streaming services are going all-out this week with content that spans from heartwarming comedies to gut-wrenching documentaries.
So crank up the streaming service, grab that tub of popcorn, and settle in for a week that’s promising not just awards, but entertainment galore!
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and Entertainment Weekly, Variety, Deadline