AP<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nIt puts one of the most watched non-NFL broadcasts in the hands of Google. YouTube boasts some 2 billion viewers.<\/p>\n
The Academy Awards will stream for free on YouTube, in addition to YouTube TV subscribers.<\/p>\n
Financial terms were not disclosed.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Oscars are one of our essential cultural institutions, honoring excellence in storytelling and artistry,\u201d said Neal Mohan, chief executive of YouTube. <\/p>\n
\u201cPartnering with the academy to bring this celebration of art and entertainment to viewers all over the world will inspire a new generation of creativity and film lovers while staying true to the Oscars\u2019 storied legacy.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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