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s24e16 · 2026-05-12
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American Idol
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American Idol is an American singing competition show, where contestants perform in front of a panel of star judges, representing the music industry. The winner is determined by viewers' vote.
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19 this season · 734 totals23e01 Post Oscars: Auditions 2025-03-03 03:32
Post Oscars: Auditions
Preview the new season as former 'American Idol' winner Carrie Underwood joins Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan at the judges' table, bringing her music expertise to the next generation of talent vying for a shot at stardom. Ryan Seacrest hosts.
s23e02 Season Premiere: Auditions 2025-03-10 00:00
Season Premiere: Auditions
Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan head to New York, Los Angeles and Nashville to jump-start auditions, where raw talent and unforgettable performances set the stage for the competition ahead.
s23e03 Auditions 3 2025-03-17 00:00
Auditions 3
Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan continue auditions in New York, Los Angeles and Nashville, where impressive competitors showcase their talents in fierce competition.
s23e04 Auditions 4 2025-03-24 00:00
Auditions 4
Auditions continue as Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan are wowed by exceptional talent and unforgettable performances.
s23e05 Auditions 5 2025-03-31 00:00
Auditions 5
As the final auditions before Hollywood Week unfold, Idol hopefuls turn up the heat with electrifying performances that leave the judges stunned and eager for what's to come.
s23e06 Hollywood Week: Idol Arena 2025-04-01 00:00
Hollywood Week: Idol Arena
In the high stakes of Hollywood Week, singers battle through intense challenges and group performances. Luke, Lionel and Carrie face tough decisions that shape the competitors' futures.
s23e07 Hollywood Week: Showstopper 2025-04-07 00:00
Hollywood Week: Showstopper
'American Idol' competitors bring their A-game in the 'Showstopper' episode, delivering powerful performances that could make or break their journey to fame. Jelly Roll joins as the first artist in residence to guide them along the way.
s23e08 Head to Head 2025-04-08 00:00
Head to Head
The competition heats up as competitors face off in intense head-to-head battles, and this season's new artist in residence, Jelly Roll, makes his highly anticipated debut.
s23e09 Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii Part #1 2025-04-14 00:00
Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii Part #1
From Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa in Ko Olina Hawai'i, the Top 12 of 24 take the stage with guidance from GRAMMY® Award-winning mentor Ashanti as Jelly Roll steps in as 'American Idol''s artist in residence, and nationwide voting begins.
s23e10 Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii Part #2 2025-04-15 00:00
Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii Part #2
The second night at Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa in Ko Olina Hawai'i, brings powerhouse performances. GRAMMY® winner Josh Groban mentors the remaining Top 12 of 24, and Jelly Roll continues his role as artist in residence as voting intensifies.
s23e11 Songs of Faith 2025-04-21 00:00
Songs of Faith
'American Idol' celebrates Easter! Enjoy songs of faith from the finalists, GRAMMY(R) winner CeCe Winans, and artist in residence Jelly Roll with Brandon Lake. Plus, judges Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan perform as voting continues.
s23e12 Top 14 Reveal 2025-04-22 00:00
Top 14 Reveal
The Top 14 are revealed as the finalists return to the stage with powerful, emotional live performances from Hollywood.
s23e13 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025-04-28 00:00
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
With guidance from guest mentor James Taylor, the Top 14 take on iconic songs from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legends as America votes live for the Top 12. Plus, the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees will be revealed live during the show.
s23e14 Iconic Idol Moments 2025-04-29 00:00
Iconic Idol Moments
The Top 12 perform unforgettable songs inspired by iconic 'American Idol' moments, honoring the show's legendary history. Season three winner Fantasia returns to the 'Idol' stage, and artist in residence Jelly Roll joins our live studio audience.
s23e15 Ladies' Night 2025-05-05 00:00
Ladies' Night
Powerhouse performances celebrate the Iconic Women of Music, featuring Miranda Lambert, as the Top 10 return hoping to earn a spot in the Top 8. America votes live to decide who moves one step closer to becoming the next American Idol.
s23e16 Judge's Song Contest 2025-05-06 00:00
Judge's Song Contest
The Top 8 perform songs secretly selected by Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie or Carrie Underwood in the 'Judge's Song Contest.' With Jelly Roll as artist in residence, America votes for the Top 6, and the judges save one to complete the Top 7.
s23e17 Disney Night #1 2025-05-12 00:00
Disney Night #1
'Disney Night' celebrates Mother's Day with special guest Lin-Manuel Miranda; the top seven travel to Disneyland Resort and light up the stage with Disney classics as America votes for the five moving forward in the competition.
s23e18 Disney Night #2 2025-05-13 00:00
Disney Night #2
'Disney Night' continues with heroes, villains and a special appearance by Lin-Manuel Miranda; the top five travel to Disneyland Resort and perform twice as America votes for the three heading to the finale.
s23e19 Grand Finale 2025-05-19 00:00
Grand Finale
The top three give their final performances in a star-studded night with music legends and top stars; this year's winner is revealed.