Academy Announces Updates Rules in Original Score Category

The Academy’s Board of Governors has approved rules and campaign regulations for the 97th Academy Awards, including two changes in the Original Score category. The new rules state that “three composers will be allowed to receive individual statuettes if, in rare circumstances, they all contributed fully to the score. Previously, three composers were required to submit as a group. The rules now clarify the definition of a group as a recognized band. The shortlist will increase from 15 to 20 titles”. Visit Oscars.org for the full list of rules and regulations. Submission deadline for both song and score categories has been set for November 1, 2024. The 97th Academy Awards will take place on Sunday, March 2, 2025.