Oscars 2022: New “Fan Favorite” Award To Be Given Based On Social Media Voting

Oscars were watched by the fewest amount of people on record. Ratings plunged to historic new lows when only 10. 4 million people tuned into 2021's show.

Arguably the biggest addition for this year’s Oscar race is the new Fan Favourite category, which allows fans to share their own votes for their Best Picture picks.

Zack Sharf If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission.With Oscar nominations announced (see the full list of nominees here) and the 94th Academy Awards set for Sunday, March 27 at 8pm ET on ABC, the  race is on to catch up on every nominated film over the next few weeks. Fortunately, Variety is here to make that mission easier with a complete guide to streaming all 38 feature film nominees at the 2022 Oscars.

Couple goals! Tom Holland and Zendaya wore their love on their sleeves (and backs) during a recent New York City date night.

They've been increasingly open about their romance since starring together in their massive popular superhero film Spider-Man: No Way Home.And Zendaya and Tom Holland shared their love with the world on Thursday when they attended a New York Rangers game at Madison Square Garden while wearing jerseys with each other's names on the back.The 25-year-old Euphoria star brought along her friend and costar Hunter Schafer, 23, to watch the Rangers play the Detroit Red Wings, and Tom, 25, was also accompanied by his younger brother Harry Holland, 23. Matching: Zendaya and her boyfriend Tom Holland, both 25, wore matching New York Rangers jerseys with each other's names on the back while watching the team at Madison Square Gardon ThursdayBoth Zendaya and Tom had on the Rangers' blue, white and red jerseys, but the actress turned around to reveal that she had her boyfriend's last name printed on the back, and he had her name on his shirt.Zendaya had her brunette locks parted down the middle and styled in gorgeous thick waves resting on her shoulders, which framed her stylish gold aviator glasses.

Andrew Garfield lied to everyone for a very long time about his involvement in the smash hit movie Spider-Man: No Way Home and now he’s explaining how he got over his “ethical, moral dilemma.”

Tom Holland and Zendaya got their weekend off to an early start by hitting up the New York Rangers hockey game at Madison Square Garden.The 25-year-old Spider-Man: No Way Home star and his 25-year-old girlfriend were joined by her Euphoria co-star Hunter Schafer and Tom's younger brother Harry.They were all spotted arriving at Madison Square Garden Thursday night to see the New York Rangers take on the Detroit Red Wings. Tom steps out:Tom Holland and Zendaya got their weekend off to an early start by hitting up the New York Rangers hockey game at Madison Square Garden Brothter:The 25-year-old Spider-Man: No Way Home star and his 25-year-old girlfriend were joined by her Euphoria co-star Hunter Schafer and Tom's younger brother HarryZendaya was wearing a stylish tan sweater while staying safe amid COVID-19 with a black face mask covering her mouth and nose.She also wore glasses while carrying a black coat inside, wearing a full-length white skirt to the NHL game.

Euphoria producer-star Zendaya treated herself to a shopping trip at Fifth Avenue boutique Bulgari in Midtown Manhattan on Thursday.The 25-year-old Emmy winner - wearing a black face mask - looked cozy in a beige sweater over a white maxi-skirt and black booties for New York's cloudy 59F-degree weather.Zendaya (last name Coleman) and her entourage then headed over to Australian community-focused cafe Two Hands for lunch. Indulge: Euphoria producer-star Zendaya treated herself to a shopping trip at Fifth Avenue boutique Bulgari in Midtown Manhattan on Thursday Masked up: The 25-year-old Emmy winner looked cozy in a beige sweater over a white maxi-skirt and black booties for New York's cloudy 59F-degree weatherMissing from the Squarespace spokesmodel's side was her Spider-Man: No Way Home leading man Tom Holland, with whom she was pictured holding hands in public on both Tuesday and Wednesday.Zendaya and the 25-year-old action star were rumored to be a couple as far back as 2017, but they finally confirmed the romance on July 1 with a long kiss in his $125K Audi sports car outside her mother's Silver Lake home.

Zendaya and Tom Holland have reportedly kept their romantic relationship private for years now, but it looks like they’re done trying to hide any public displays of affection.The happy couple was spotted in New York City on Wednesday, February 16 as they headed to the premiere of Holland’s latest film, Uncharted. Not only were they wearing outfits that perfectly complimented one another, but the actors were sweetly holding hands as they made their way through a crowd of papparazzi. For their night out on the town, the Spider-Man: No Way Home wore a light gray suit and black turtle neck, which he matched with black boots.

Tom Holland holds hands with girlfriend Zendaya while leaving the Crosby Street Hotel in New York City on Wednesday night (February 16).

Next month's Oscars will include a new 'fan favorite' prize for the year's most popular film as voted for by Twitter users and the #OscarsFanFavorite hashtag, organizers said Monday.The Hollywood Reporteralso noted that the interactive hashtag is choosing three winning users (along with their guests) with 'an all-expenses-paid trip to Los Angeles to present an Oscar award at the following ceremony in 2023.'The announcement — which will be made during the 94th Academy Awards telecast on March 27 — comes after several crowd-pleasing blockbusters including Spider-Man: No Way Home and No Time To Die failed to earn Oscar nominations in major categories, including Best Picture. Biggest night for films: Next month's Oscars will include a new 'fan favorite' prize for the year's most popular film as voted for by Twitter users, organizers said Monday.Their omission raised fears that many movie fans will skip the show.

The Oscars might be going from no hosts to three this year.

Jordan Moreau Will “Spider-Man: No Way Home” mount an Oscars comeback after being left out of the best picture race? A new, fan-voted category at the 2022 Academy Awards may help pave the way for the Tom Holland-led blockbuster, Twitter and the Academy have announced.Starting on Monday, Twitter users can vote on their favorite film of 2021 by tweeting the title along with #OscarsFanFavorite and #Sweepstakes. The votes will count for any film, even if it did not receive a single Oscar nomination. Users can vote up to 20 times per day.

Recently, it was reported that Luca Guadagnino is putting together a cast for his latest film, titled “Challengers.” At the time, we learned the film was set to star Zendaya (of “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” “Euphoria,” and Edgar Wright’s Super Bowl ad fame). But now, we also know a couple of the other folks who will be joining her in the production.

94th Academy Awards will see different hosts every hour at this year’s ceremony.The event has been hostless since 2018, but according to The Hollywood Reporter, a new plan is being put in place which will give the Academy an opportunity to hire hosts who can attract different demographics.This year’s ceremony, which will see the Oscars return to Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre, will be held on March 27.Those attending the ceremony will also not have to show proof of vaccination against COVID.Nominations for this year’s Oscars were revealed last week, with Jane Campion’s The Power Of The Dog and Denis Villeneuve’s Dune leading the nods. Belfast and Guillermo Del Toro’s Nightmare Alley have also chalked up some nominations.Lady Gaga congratulated the 2022 Oscar nominees after House Of Gucci received only one nomination.The singer and actor, who played Patrizia Reggiani in House Of Gucci, was left out of the Best Actress race at the Oscars despite earning nominations at other major award shows including the BAFTAs, Golden Globes, SAG Awards and Critics Choice Awards.Meanwhile, Kevin Smith also recently responded to Spider-Man: No Way Home being snubbed for Best Picture at the 2022 Oscars.The blockbuster Marvel film, which is currently the sixth biggest movie of all time at the box office, was nominated for one Oscar this year, for Best Visual Effects.

HBO series The Sopranos, which ran for six seasons between the late 1990s and mid-’00s.In the new advert for the Chevy Silverado, Sigler drives the car from New York to New Jersey – just as the late James Gandolfini (Tony Soprano) does in the show’s opening credits. The iconic Sopranos theme song, Alabama 3’s ‘Woke Up This Morning’, also plays during the ad.The advert then ends with Sigler driving through famous spots from the set of The Sopranos before parking up at an electric car charging point, then meeting Iler on the street and embracing.Watch the advert below.Other adverts to air during the Super Bowl last night (February 13) include the epic first trailer for The Lord Of The Rings: Rings Of Power, the record-breaking new TV show from Amazon Prime Video.Elsewhere, new footage from Marvel’s Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness was also shared in an ad.

Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness – the 28th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and a five-way follow-up to Spider-Man: No Way Home, WandaVision, Loki, What If…? and, of course, the first Doctor Strange film – has been released.It appears to pick up where No Way Home left off, with Dr. Stephen Strange (as portrayed by Benedict Cumberbatch) reaping the consequences of his multiversal havoc-wreaking in that film.“I did what I had to do to protect our world,” he says off-camera, to which his sidekick-come-Sorcerer Supreme, Wong (played by Benedict Wong), replies: “You cannot control everything, Strange.

Kevin Smith has responded to Spider-Man: No Way Home being snubbed for Best Picture at the 2022 Oscars.The blockbuster Marvel film, which is currently the sixth biggest movie of all time at the box office, was nominated for one Oscar this year, for Best Visual Effects. Beating it in the Best Picture category were the likes of Jane Campion’s The Power Of The Dog (with 12 nominations in total) Dune (10), Belfast and West Side Story (seven each).Speaking on his podcast FatMan Beyond, Smith discussed the snub and vented his anger.

No Spide-Man? No Peace! At least according to director Kevin Smith, who has xpressed his vehement displeasure about the Oscar snub of Spider-Man: No Way Home from the Best Picture Oscar nominees.

Zack Sharf Kevin Smith isn’t happy with the Academy for snubbing “Spider-Man: No Way Home” in the best picture race. Despite earning critical acclaim and being one of the highest-grossing films ever made with over $750 million in the U.S. and over $1.7 billion globally, the latest “Spider-Man” film earned just a single Oscar nomination.

Zack Sharf Netflix’s Marvel comic book series “Daredevil,” “Jessica Jones,” “Luke Cage,” “Iron Fist,” “The Punisher” and “The Defenders” are all leaving the platform for good at the end of February, Variety confirms. The rights to these series are reverting back to Disney, but the studio has not yet announced plans for where “Daredevil” and company will go. Streaming platforms such as Disney Plus and Hulu are possibilities.