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O'Malley vs. Dvalishvili or Topuria and the Oscars Aftermath

Following Sean O'Malley's victory this weekend at UFC 299, there are now fresh odds up for his next potential opponents.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mar/11/2024

Oscar Prop Bets 2024 - Significant Changes Observed With Odds

Oscar Prop Bets 2024 - Significant Changes Observed With Odds

Oppenheimer opened as a -400 favorite and now sits at -5000.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mar/07/2024

BetOnline: ‘Barbenheimer’ Oscar Odds Could Shatter Betting Records

Barbie and Oppenheimer or "Barbenheimer"

Oppenheimer is the favorite in a number of categories, including Best Actor Cillian Murphy (-300), Best Director and easy money Christopher Dolan (-2000) and Best Film (-1000). 

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Jan/23/2024

DraftKings Makes SNL as Part of Oscars Betting Cold Open

DraftKings Makes SNL as Part of Oscars Betting Cold Open

SNL Saturday night in its cold open did not disappoint.  DraftKings made what we believe to be the first ever appearance on the show.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Mar/12/2023

Can I Bet the Oscars on FanDuel?

Can I Bet the Oscars on FanDuel?

FanDuel only takes betting on the Oscars from New Jersey.  Our friends at BetOnline will be taking Oscars bets from most US states (except NJ, PA and NV).

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Mar/10/2023

Oscars Betting Includes Slaps, Kisses, Rocks and Cursing

Oscars Betting Includes Slaps, Kisses, Rocks and Cursing

The 95th Academy Awards is set for Sunday night, and everyone is eager to see what kind of slap jokes host Jimmy Kimmel delivers.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mar/10/2023

Oscar Locks 2023 - These Will Cost You Though

Oscar Locks 2023 - These Will Cost You Though

These are the big Academy Awards "locks" where the favorite is almost guaranteed to win.  The problem is, the risk versus reward is rather extreme.  For example, -1000 means that a $100 bet will pay out $10

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Mar/09/2023

Odds to Win Best Costume Design – 2023 Oscars

Odds to Win Best Costume Design – 2023 Oscars

This year's Best Costume Design at the Oscars is among the more competitive when it comes to betting even though we do have a clear frontrunner in "Elvis".

Submitted by Guest on, Mar/09/2023

Will and Jada Smith Divorce Announcement Coming Soon? Oddsmakers Take Notice

Will and Jada Smith Divorce Announcement Coming Soon?  Oddsmakers Take Notice

Death and divorce are not always fair game in the world of online gambling.  Oddsmakers especially stay clear of the former.  But Will and Jada Smith are not just any mere mortal couple and gambling firms know there is a lucrative wagering market on the Smiths.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/20/2022

Will Smith Resigns From Film Academy Over Chris Rock Slap: Latest Odds

Will Smith Resigns From Film Academy Over Chris Rock Slap: Latest Odds

Will Smith resigned Friday from the motion picture academy following his Oscars night slap of Chris Rock and said he would accept any further punishment the organization imposed.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Apr/01/2022

Oscars 2022 Ratings Surprisingly Good

Oscars 2022 Ratings Surprisingly Good

Despite the low expectations and lack of interest from gamblers, this year's Oscars apparently didn't do so bad in the ratings after all.  A yearly decline has been witnessed in past years.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mar/28/2022

Will Smith Slaps Chris Rock at Oscars: A Bookmaker Bomb

Serena Williams Stunned After Watching Will Smith Slap Chris Rock at Oscars: A Bookmaker Bomb

While official numbers have yet to be released, judging by traffic alone, this year's Oscars were a complete bomb for bookmakers. 

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mar/28/2022

Oscars Dead? Quota System Might Be Last Straw

Oscars Dead?  Quota System Might Be Last Straw

We'll know this week just how well the Oscars perform for bookmakers, but the writing is on the wall.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mar/25/2022

Best Picture a Tossup According to Maxim's Betting Odds

Best Picture a Tossup Sccording to Maxim's Betting Odds

The Oscar for Best Picture will be a dogfight between two films from this past year, according to the odds.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mar/24/2022

Best Bets Oscars 2022

Best Bets Oscars 2022

When it comes to betting on the Oscars, nearly all big favorites can be considered "locks".  The idea is to get a decent sized favorite where the bet won't break the bank, something between say -300 and -700.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Mar/23/2022

What Are The Payout Odds for Will Smith to Win the Oscar for Best Actor - 2022 Academy Awards

What Are The Payout Odds for Will Smith to Win the Oscar for Best Actor - 2022 Academy Awards

Will Smith is a "lock" to win Best Actor for his role in King Richard.  The price is -900, which means that you would have to bet $90 to win $10.  You get that $90 back and profit $10.  Sure it's a guaranteed $10 but is the risk really worth it?

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Mar/22/2022

Can I Bet on the Oscars With the DraftKings App?

Can I Bet on the Oscars With the DraftKings App?

You are able to bet on the Academy Awards from the states of New Jersey, Michigan, Indiana and Colorado using the DraftKings app but not in any other states. 

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Mar/22/2022

What Are The Payout Odds To Win Best Picture - 2022 Oscars

What Are The Payout Odds To Win Best Picture - 2022 Oscars

The Power of the Dog is the -175 favorite to win Best Picture at this year's Oscars.  This is a very competitive catagory however with CODA listed at +125 odds.  The payout on CODA is $12.50 for every $10 bet.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Mar/22/2022

Best Screenplay Payout Odds - 2021 Oscars

Best Screenplay Payout Odds - 2021 Oscars

There are odds for both Original Screenplay and Adapted Screenplay.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/23/2021

Carey Mulligan, Frances McDormand Payout Odds to Win Best Actress - Oscars 2021

Carey Mulligan, Frances McDormand Payout Odds to Win Best Actress - Oscars 2021

The Best Actress category is one of the most competitive at this year's Oscars, and this is shown in the odds.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/23/2021

2021 Popcorn Eating World Championship Betting Odds

2021 Popcorn Eating World Championship Betting Odds

In honor of the Academy Awards this weekend, Major League Eating will put on the Popcorn Eating World Championship this Sunday (Oscar Day). 

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/23/2021

Chadwick Boseman Best Actor Oscar Payout Odds

Chadwick Boseman Best Actor Oscar Payout Odds

Chadwick Boseman is a "lock" to win Best Actor at this year's Academy Awards.  You'll have to pay a pretty steep price though.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/23/2021

Nomadland Payout Odds to Win Oscar

Nomadland Payout Odds to Win Oscar

Nomadland represents the best of the betting options in that the price is -600.  In the world of Oscar gambling, this is considered huge value.  Academy Award favorites are often priced -1000 or greater.  Anything -300 or less runs the risk of losing out to another nominee. 

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/23/2021

Oscar Payout Odds 2021 Best Documentary Feature, Short - My Octopus Teacher

Oscar Payout Odds 2021 Best Documentary Feature, Short - My Octopus Teacher

My Octopus Teacher is considered the "lock" and requires a $45 bet to win $10 (the $45 is refunded and the $10 is the profit).

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/23/2021

Oscar Odds 2021 - Best Animated Feature, Short

Oscar Odds 2021 - Best Animated Feature, Short

Soul is a "lock" to win Best Animated Feature Film but requires a $250 bet to win $10 (the $250 will be refunded and the $10 would be considered a profit).

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/23/2021

Odds to Win Best Supporting Actress - Oscars 2021

Odds to Win Best Supporting Actress - Oscars 2021

Youn Yuh-jung (Minari) is now a decent size favorite with very good value for the Oscars.  A $45 bet pays $10 with that $45 refunded.  Yuh-jung is pretty much a "lock" to win so don't be discouraged by the relatively high risk.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/23/2021

Can I Bet the Oscars on Draftkings?

Can I Bet the Oscars on Draftkings?

While Draftkings does post odds on the Oscars, you are not permitted to bet them in many states where Draftkings is available.  There are other great options.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Apr/22/2021

2021 Oscars Favorites, Underdogs and Betting Info, According to the Odds

SportsBetting.ag has set odds for 20 Oscars categories, and also provided some pertinent wagering information.  You can see which nominees are being bet on the most, and which odds have moved the most. For example, Youn Yuh-jung went from +175 odds to -450 odds in the Best Supporting Actress category.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/22/2021

Current Events and Entertainment Betting Markets

Current Events and Entertainment Betting Markets

No one can say how long we will have to wait to get the top sports leagues in the world back. In the meantime, you can try to make some money by betting what league will be the first to play again between the NBA, MLB, NHL and MLS at sportsbooks or per head sites.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/28/2020

Parasite Pays 3-1 Odds in Upset Over 1917

Parasite Pays 3-1 Odds in Upset Over 1917

Parasite won the Oscar Sunday night for 2020, beating out favorite 1917.  Parasite had been listed at 3/1 odds, 1917 at 5/2.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Feb/10/2020

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