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About how many people attended that very first Academy Awards ceremony in 1929?
The first Oscars was a small, private dinner affair, nothing like today's televised spectacle.
Source: Wikipedia: Academy Awards en.wikipedia.org
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About how long did that first Academy Awards ceremony in 1929 last?
Unlike today's multi-hour broadcasts, the first Oscars wrapped up in about 15 minutes.
Source: Wikipedia: Academy Awards en.wikipedia.org
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About how many people watched the 2025 Academy Awards telecast?
Oscars viewership has recovered somewhat from its pandemic-era low.
Source: Wikipedia: Academy Awards (2025) en.wikipedia.org
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