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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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16 this season · 734 totals24e01 Auditions 1 2026-01-27 01:00
Auditions 1
Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan welcome the newest class of hopefuls to Idol University in Nashville, where future stars take their first steps toward becoming the next 'American Idol.'
s24e02 Auditions 2 2026-02-03 01:00
Auditions 2
Auditions continue, with hopefuls stepping into the spotlight and delivering unforgettable performances.
s24e03 Auditions 3 2026-02-10 01:00
Auditions 3
The stakes continue to rise as additional hopefuls face the judges with electrifying performances, each vying for a chance at the coveted golden ticket.
s24e04 Auditions 4 2026-02-17 01:00
Auditions 4
In the final week of auditions, rising stars deliver showstopping performances that stun Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan, setting the stage for Hollywood Week.
s24e05 Hollywood Week in Music City Part 1 2026-02-24 01:00
Hollywood Week in Music City Part 1
For the first time, Idol is bringing Hollywood Week to Music City as hopefuls take the stage for a make-or-break performance and face the biggest Hollywood Week cut in Idol history.
s24e06 Hollywood Week in Music City Part 2 2026-03-03 01:00
Hollywood Week in Music City Part 2
Hollywood Week in Music City continues, pushing hopefuls to their maximum potential as they compete to wow the judges; in the end, only 30 move forward.
s24e07 'Ohana Round 2026-03-10 00:00
'Ohana Round
At Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai'i, hopefuls take the stage to perform for their own families, industry tastemakers and their fellow hopefuls; 20 contestants move forward.
s24e08 Top 20 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i Part 1 2026-03-17 00:00
Top 20 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i Part 1
As the competition continues at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaiʻi, Brad Paisley and Keke Palmer mentor the Top 20 hopefuls. Keke also serves as a guest judge, while Iam Tongi and Thunderstorm Artis perform.
s24e09 Top 20 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i Part 2 2026-03-24 00:00
Top 20 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i Part 2
In the final week at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaiʻi, Brad Paisley and Keke Palmer continue mentoring the top 20 hopefuls; Keke returns to the judging panel and takes the stage for a performance; Skip Marley performs.
s24e10 Songs of Faith 2026-03-31 00:00
Songs of Faith
The hopefuls lift their voices in inspiring songs of faith; 12 finalists continue on the journey to become the next singing sensation.
s24e11 90s Judges' Song Contest 2026-04-07 00:00
90s Judges' Song Contest
The Top 12 perform '90s hits secretly picked by Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie or Carrie Underwood; stars of ABC's 'TGIF' '90s lineup hang with the hopefuls in the lounge as America votes for the Top 11.
s24e12 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026-04-14 00:00
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
The Top 11 perform iconic hits from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees; inductees for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class of 2026 ceremony are revealed.
s24e13 Disney Night 2026-04-21 00:00
Disney Night
The Top 9 bring iconic Disney songs to life as America votes live to decide which seven finalists move one step closer to their dream of becoming the next 'American Idol.'
s24e14 Celebrating Taylor Swift on American Idol 2026-04-28 00:00
Celebrating Taylor Swift on American Idol
The Top 7 celebrate Taylor Swift's chart-topping hits and defining eras as America votes live to reveal the Top 5; a salute to California's biggest artists; Nikki Glaser guest judges.
s24e15 Class of 2006: Reunion / Idol X DWTS 2026-05-05 00:00
Class of 2006: Reunion / Idol X DWTS
At the 'American Idol' 20th high school reunion, fan-favorite idols from the class of 2006, along with special guests, return as 'Dancing With the Stars' pros bring some ballroom flair to the celebration; America votes live for the Top 3.