Stewart, the host of US television's "The Daily Show," presented the gala ceremony in 2006, most memorably with a montage about gay cowboys themed on "Brokeback Mountain," one of the favorites for best picture that year.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said in a statement Stewart was a natural choice to host next year's glittering gala event, where a slew of weighty, political films could be in contention.
"Jon was a terrific host for the 78th Awards," said Gil Cates, producer of the Oscars telecast. "He is smart, quick, funny, loves movies and is a great guy. What else could one ask for?"
Stewart, who will take over from this year's host Ellen DeGeneres, said he was delighted to have been asked again.
"Im thrilled to be asked to host the Academy Awards for the second time because, as they say, the third times a charm," he quipped.
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