Well, folks, we've finally made it: It's Oscar week!

This Sunday, the 85th Academy Awards Oscars will air on ABC at 8:30 p.m. EST.

But before first-time host (and musical nominee) Seth MacFarlane takes the stage, it's time to catch up on anything you might have missed. which is why we've rounded up all of our Oscar coverage from the last several months for you to peruse. Think of it as a guide on everything you need to know about this year's Academy Awards. From info on the nominees to weekly prediction posts to Best Of lists, check out the full Oscars' Primer below.


OSCAR NEWS

The Academy Awards Changes its Name ... Sort Of

The Oscar Nominee Snubs and Surprises

And the 2013 Oscar Nominees Are ...

'ParaNorman' Director on Getting an Oscar Nod for Best Animated Film

Roman Coppola, 'Moonrise Kingdom' Writer, Talks About His First Oscar Nomination

Jennifer Lawrence Reacts to Academy Award Nod

'The Avengers' Cast to Present at Academy Awards

The Sad Campaigning Behind the Oscars' In Memoriam Segment


BEST OF LISTS AND FEATURES

A History of James Bond at the Oscars

The Best Picture Kisses of All Time

The Best Oscar Moments Ever

The Weepiest Academy Award Acceptance Speeches

The 30 Sexiest Dresses on the Oscars Red Carpet

The Best & Worst Fashion in Oscars History

Why Jack Nicholson Owns the Oscars

The Best 'Get-Off-the-Stage' Oscars Moments

The Most Ridiculous Oscar Musical Performances

The Creepiest, Craziest Oscar Moments

The Youngest Oscar Winners and Nominees

The Biggest Upsets in Oscar History


OSCAR PREDICTION POSTS

Is There Still Time to Campaign for a Win?

How Did 'Argo' Take the Lead?

The Oscar Race Opens Wide

What Do the 2013 Golden Globes Say About the Oscar Race?

Which Precursor Prizes Matter for the Oscars?

Five Reasons Emmanuelle Riva Can Win the Oscar


OSCARS MADE EASY

What Is 'Argo'?

What Is 'Django Unchained'?

What Is 'Life of Pi'?

What Is 'Les Miserables'?

What Is 'Silver Linings Playbook'?

What is 'Lincoln'?

What is 'Zero Dark Thirty'?

What is 'Amour'?

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  • Best Picture

    "Django Unchained"

  • Best Picture

    "Life of Pi"

  • Best Picture

    "Lincoln"

  • Best Picture

    "Argo"

  • Best Picture

    "Zero Dark Thirty"

  • Best Picture

    "Silver Linings Playbook"

  • Best Picture

    "Les Miserables"

  • Best Picture

    "Beasts of the Southern Wilde"

  • Best Picture

    "Amour"

  • Best Actor

    Daniel Day-Lewis for "Lincoln."

  • Best Actor

    Denzel Washington for "Flight."

  • Best Actor

    Joaquin Phoenix for "The Master."

  • Best Actor

    Hugh Jackman for "Les Miserables"

  • Best Actor

    Bradley Cooper for "Silver Linings Playbook."

  • Quvenzhane Wallis

    Quvenzhane Wallis for "Beasts of the Southern Wild."

  • Best Actress

    Jessica Chastain for "Zero Dark Thirty."

  • Best Actress

    Naomi Watts for "The Impossible."

  • Best Actress

    Emmanuelle Riva for "Amour"

  • Best Actress

    Jennifer Lawrence for "Silver Linings Playbook"

  • Best Supporting Actor

    Tommy Lee Jones for "Lincoln."

  • Best Supporting Actor

    Robert De Niro for "Silver Linings Playbook"

  • Best Supporting Actor

    Christoph Waltz for "Django Unchained."

  • Best Supporting Actor

    Phillip Seymour Hoffman for "The Master."

  • Best Supporting Actor

    Alan Arkin for "Argo."

  • Best Supporting Actress

    Anne Hathaway for "Les Miserables."

  • Best Supporting Actress

    Amy Adams for "The Master."

  • Best Supporting Actress

    Sally Field for "Lincoln."

  • Best Supporting Actress

    Jacki Weaver for "Silver Linings Playbook"

  • Best Supporting Actress

    Helen Hunt for "The Sessions."

  • Best Director

    Ang Lee for "Life of Pi."

  • Best Director

    David O. Russell for "Silver Linings Playbook"

  • Best Director

    Benh Zeitlin for "Beasts of the Southern Wild"

  • Best Director

    Michael Haneke for "Amour"

  • Best Director

    Steven Spielberg for "Lincoln."

  • Best Animated Feature

    "Brave"

  • Best Animated Feature

    "Frankenweenie"

  • Best Animated Feature

    "Paranorman"

  • Best Animated Feature

    "The Pirates! Band of Misfits"

  • Best Animated Feature

    "Wreck-It Ralph"

  • Best Original Screenplay

    "Zero Dark Thirty"

  • Best Original Screenplay

    "Amour"

  • Best Original Screenplay

    "Flight"

  • Best Original Screenplay

    "Moonrise Kingdom"

  • Best Original Screenplay

    "Django Unchained"

  • Best Adapted Screenplay

    "Lincoln"

  • Best Adapted Screenplay

    "Life of Pi"

  • Best Adapted Screenplay

    "Argo"

  • Best Adapted Screenplay

    "Silver Linings Playbook"

  • Best Adapted Screenplay

    "Beasts of the Southern Wild"

  • Best Original Song

    Adele ("Skyfall" for "Skyfall")

  • Best Original Song

    Music by Walter Murphy; Lyric by Seth MacFarlane