Disney and Hulu Address Streaming Issues During Oscars, Impacting Viewers

On Oscars night, Hulu hit a few snags during its first-ever broadcast of the Academy Awards. The highly anticipated event aired on ABC and also streamed on various digital platforms, including Hulu, Fubo, and AT&T TV. Unfortunately, some viewers encountered technical difficulties while tuning in to Hulu’s broadcast.

Reports and feedback from viewers revealed that Hulu struggled with various glitches throughout the night. Some users experienced issues logging in, while others were frustrated when the stream abruptly cut off before important award categories like Best Actress and Best Picture. To make matters worse, some viewers were greeted with an early “thank you for watching” message before the show concluded, sparking a wave of memes and social media complaints.

But fear not, Hulu swiftly addressed these issues on its support channel and assured affected users that the problems were being resolved. For those wondering about the interrupted stream, Hulu advised restarting the app to jump back into the broadcast. Similarly, Disney, the parent company of Hulu, expressed regret over the disruption and promised to provide a full replay of the event to impacted viewers.

As the dust settles from these glitches, the big question remains: Did these technical difficulties impact the Oscars’ viewership ratings? Nielsen ratings, expected to be released later on Monday, will shed light on the turnout for this year’s ceremony. Despite the streaming mishaps, previous years have seen a steady increase in Oscars viewership following a dip in 2021. With the addition of Hulu and streaming options, the Oscars has been steadily regaining its audience, and the anticipation was high for the new digital viewership.

Overall, while the Oscars streaming debut on Hulu may have had its hiccups, the future looks bright for the prestigious awards show as it continues to adapt to changing viewing habits and platforms. Stay tuned for more updates and insights from the world of streaming entertainment!