Wikimedia Commons/Academy Awards 2027 TV The Oscars 2027: Major rule changes for acting nominations, international films, and AI. Here's what's new. May 2, 2026 AceShowbiz - The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is set to implement three significant rule changes for the upcoming 2027 Oscars, marking some of the most consequential adjustments in the ceremony's nearly century-long history. These new regulations aim to modernize the awards process, addressing evolving industry trends such as the rise of international cinema and the increasing influence of artificial intelligence.