Auditions
Episode: 1x01 | Airdate: Jun 11, 2002
Episode: 1x01 | Airdate: Jun 11, 2002
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Episode: 1x16 | Airdate: Aug 6, 2002
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Episode: 1x18 | Airdate: Aug 13, 2002
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Episode: 1x22 | Airdate: Aug 27, 2002
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Episode: 1x24 | Airdate: Sep 3, 2002
Episode: 1x25 | Airdate: Sep 4, 2002
Episode: S01 Special | Airdate: Sep 23, 2002
Episode: 2x01 | Airdate: Jan 21, 2003
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Episode: 2x03 | Airdate: Jan 28, 2003
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Episode: 2x14 | Airdate: Mar 5, 2003
Episode: 2x15 | Airdate: Mar 11, 2003
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Episode: 2x18 | Airdate: Mar 19, 2003
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Episode: 2x21 | Airdate: Apr 1, 2003
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Episode: 2x23 | Airdate: Apr 8, 2003
Episode: 2x24 | Airdate: Apr 9, 2003
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Episode: 2x26 | Airdate: Apr 16, 2003
Episode: 2x27 | Airdate: Apr 22, 2003
Episode: 2x28 | Airdate: Apr 21, 2003
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Episode: 2x33 | Airdate: May 6, 2003
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Episode: 2x37 | Airdate: May 19, 2003
Episode: 2x38 | Airdate: May 20, 2003
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Episode: 3x01 | Airdate: Jan 19, 2004
Episode: 3x02 | Airdate: Jan 20, 2004
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Episode: 3x04 | Airdate: Jan 27, 2004
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Episode: 3x10 | Airdate: Feb 11, 2004
Episode: 3x11 | Airdate: Feb 17, 2004
Episode: 3x12 | Airdate: Feb 18, 2004
Episode: 3x13 | Airdate: Feb 24, 2004
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Episode: 3x15 | Airdate: Mar 1, 2004
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Episode: 3x18 | Airdate: Mar 9, 2004
Episode: 3x19 | Airdate: Mar 10, 2004
Episode: 3x20 | Airdate: Mar 16, 2004
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Episode: 3x32 | Airdate: Apr 27, 2004
Episode: 3x33 | Airdate: Apr 28, 2004
Episode: 3x34 | Airdate: May 3, 2004
Episode: 3x35 | Airdate: May 4, 2004
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Episode: 3x37 | Airdate: May 11, 2004
Episode: 3x38 | Airdate: May 12, 2004
Episode: 3x39 | Airdate: May 17, 2004
Episode: 3x40 | Airdate: May 18, 2004
Episode: 3x41 | Airdate: May 19, 2004
Episode: 3x42 | Airdate: May 23, 2004
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Episode: 3x44 | Airdate: May 26, 2004
Episode: 4x01 | Airdate: Jan 18, 2005
Episode: 4x02 | Airdate: Jan 19, 2005
The most anticipated show in television returns for its fourth season with an all-new season, new contestants and the best and worst of auditions. Catch Part 2 of the season premiere of AMERICAN IDOL, as the judges continue their quest for the next future superstar.
Episode: 4x03 | Airdate: Jan 25, 2005
It's Fat Tuesday IDOL-style as AMERICAN IDOL travels to New Orleans, where the judges continue their quest for the next singing superstar.
Episode: 4x04 | Airdate: Jan 26, 2005
AMERICAN IDOL travels to Las Vegas to see what musical talent Sin City has to offer. Catch another night of auditions as the judges continue their quest for the next singing superstar.
Episode: 4x05 | Airdate: Feb 1, 2005
AMERICAN IDOL travels to San Francisco and Orlando to see what talents the Bay Area and O-town have to offer. Catch another night of auditions as the judges continue their quest for the next future superstar.
Episode: 4x06 | Airdate: Feb 2, 2005
AMERICAN IDOL hopefuls go to Hollywood for the next round of auditions in front of the judges. Here they must prove they have what it takes to perform for America.
Episode: 4x07 | Airdate: Feb 8, 2005
AMERICAN IDOL travels to Hollywood with nearly 200 contestants from the seven audition cities, each contestant hoping to be one of the 24 chosen to continue on the show. As the judges begin to whittle down the competition, the auditions heat up on AMERICAN IDOL.
Episode: 4x08 | Airdate: Feb 9, 2005
The AMERICAN IDOL Hollywood auditions continue as the contestants face the toughest audition of their careers. Each contestant hopes to be the next AMERICAN IDOL; however, more go home tonight! The judges continue to narrow the hopefuls down to the top singers, one of whom will be the next AMERICAN IDOL.
Episode: 4x09 | Airdate: Feb 15, 2005
Contestants chosen from around the nation have been whittled down as contestants continue to vie for a spot in the Top 24. Watch as contestants endure the grueling schedule, rehearsals and the judges criticism. Who will survive and who will go home?
Episode: 4x10 | Airdate: Feb 16, 2005
Contestants chosen from around the nation have endured the pressure and grueling schedule of Hollywood and tonight you will find out who the judges have chosen. They have faced the judges day after day in hopes of securing one of the 24 spots. Tonight, the 12 male and 12 female finalists chosen to compete in the Top 24 will be revealed.
Episode: 4x11 | Airdate: Feb 21, 2005
The 24 finalists chosen last week continue their quest for the AMERICAN IDOL crown as the Top 12 boys perform live for America for the first time. After the show, the audience will vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?
Episode: 4x12 | Airdate: Feb 22, 2005
The 24 finalists chosen last week continue their quest for the AMERICAN IDOL crown as the Top 12 girls perform live for the first time. The choice is up to America as they vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?
Episode: 4x13 | Airdate: Feb 23, 2005
Episode: 4x14 | Airdate: Feb 28, 2005
Ten singers compete in hopes of winning over America, then the viewing audience will vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?
Episode: 4x15 | Airdate: Mar 1, 2005
The remaining 10 contestants will perform LIVE for America in hopes of winning over the viewers. The choice is up to America as they vote for their favorites after the show. Who will survive and who will go home?
Episode: 4x16 | Airdate: Mar 2, 2005
Episode: 4x17 | Airdate: Mar 7, 2005
Eight singers compete in hopes of winning over America, then the viewing audience will vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?
Episode: 4x18 | Airdate: Mar 8, 2005
The remaining eight contestants will perform LIVE in hopes of winning over America. The choice is up to the viewers as they vote for their favorites after the show. Who will survive and who will go home?
Episode: 4x19 | Airdate: Mar 9, 2005
Episode: 4x20 | Airdate: Mar 15, 2005
Tonight on AMERICAN IDOL the Top 12 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. In this special two-hour show, contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 4x21 | Airdate: Mar 16, 2005
Last night, AMERICAN IDOL's Top 12 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The lowest vote-getter will be the first contestant from the Top 12 eliminated from this season's race for the AMERICAN IDOL title.
Episode: 4x22 | Airdate: Mar 22, 2005
Tonight on AMERICAN IDOL, the Top 11 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 4x23 | Airdate: Mar 23, 2005
Episode: 4x24 | Airdate: Mar 24, 2005
Last night, America had a second chance to vote for their favorites as the Tuesday performances by AMERICAN IDOL's Top 11 were repeated within a special live episode. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes, based on Wednesday night's voting, will be eliminated from the race for the AMERICAN IDOL title.
Episode: 4x25 | Airdate: Mar 29, 2005
Tonight on AMERICAN IDOL, the Top 10 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 4x26 | Airdate: Mar 30, 2005
Last night, AMERICAN IDOL's Top 10 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the AMERICAN IDOL title.
Episode: 4x27 | Airdate: Apr 5, 2005
Tonight the Top 9 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will perform their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition. See who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure.
Episode: 4x28 | Airdate: Apr 6, 2005
Last night, AMERICAN IDOL's Top 9 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition.
Episode: 4x29 | Airdate: Apr 12, 2005
Tonight the Top 8 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 4x30 | Airdate: Apr 13, 2005
Last night, AMERICAN IDOL's Top 8 sang their hearts out, in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the AMERICAN IDOL crown.
Episode: 4x31 | Airdate: Apr 19, 2005
Tonight the Top 7 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 4x32 | Airdate: Apr 20, 2005
Last night, AMERICAN IDOL's Top 7 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the AMERICAN IDOL title.
Episode: 4x33 | Airdate: Apr 26, 2005
Tonight the Top 6 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 4x34 | Airdate: Apr 27, 2005
Last night, AMERICAN IDOL's Top 6 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the AMERICAN IDOL crown.
Episode: 4x35 | Airdate: May 3, 2005
The Top 5 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 4x36 | Airdate: May 4, 2005
Last night, the Top 5 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the coveted crown.
Episode: 4x37 | Airdate: May 10, 2005
The Final 4 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 4x38 | Airdate: May 11, 2005
Last night, the Final 4 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will survive and who will be sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the coveted crown.
Episode: 4x39 | Airdate: May 17, 2005
The Final 3 will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 4x40 | Airdate: May 18, 2005
Last night, the AMERICAN IDOL Final 3 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who survives and who is sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the coveted crown.
Episode: 4x41 | Airdate: May 24, 2005
In the last performance show of the season, the remaining two contestants battle it out LIVE before a studio audience at the famed Kodak Theatre in Hollywood. One of them will be the next American Idol and one will go home. The Final 2 sing their hearts out in quest of the AMERICAN IDOL crown.
Episode: 4x42 | Airdate: May 25, 2005
The most anticipated night of the season is here - two finalists, one AMERICAN IDOL. The Top 12 reunite on stage one last time before the newest AMERICAN IDOL is crowned.
Episode: 5x01 | Airdate: Jan 17, 2006
The most-watched show on television returns for its fifth season with all-new contestants and the best and worst of auditions around the country. AMERICAN IDOL begins its search for the next singing superstar in Chicago, IL.
Episode: 5x02 | Airdate: Jan 18, 2006
The quest for the next American Idol continues on Part 2 of the fifth-season premiere. Some auditions impress the judges and others make a different kind of impression.
Episode: 5x03 | Airdate: Jan 24, 2006
AMERICAN IDOL continues its search for the next singing superstar in Greensboro, NC, with an all-new episode of the best and worst of auditions.
Episode: 5x04 | Airdate: Jan 25, 2006
Tune in as the judges continue their quest for the next American Idol.
Episode: 5x05 | Airdate: Jan 31, 2006
AMERICAN IDOL continues its search for the next singing superstar with an all-new episode of the best and worst of auditions.
Episode: 5x06 | Airdate: Feb 1, 2006
Episode: 5x07 | Airdate: Feb 7, 2006
The quest for the next singing superstar continues as AMERICAN IDOL travels to Las Vegas for a final night of the auditions everyone will be talking about the next day. The judges send another lucky few on to Hollywood.
Episode: 5x08 | Airdate: Feb 8, 2006
Contestants chosen from around the nation arrive in Hollywood for their big chance at the American Idol crown. Faced with a grueling schedule, pressure-packed rehearsals and the judges' criticism, some will survive and more will go home.
Episode: 5x09 | Airdate: Feb 14, 2006
Contestants chosen from around the nation endure a grueling rehearsal schedule and pressure-packed auditions as they vie for a coveted spot in the Top 24. Who will survive and who will go home?
Episode: 5x10 | Airdate: Feb 15, 2006
Contestants chosen from around the nation have endured the grueling schedule and high-pressure auditions of the Hollywood Round, hoping to impress the judges and secure one of the 24 semifinalist spots. Tonight the judges make their final cuts to determine the Top 24. The Top 12 males and Top 12 females will be revealed on the Green Mile episode of AMERICAN IDOL.
Episode: 5x11 | Airdate: Feb 21, 2006
Of the 24 semifinalists chosen last week, the Top 12 girls will perform for America for the first time. Then it's up to the viewers to vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?
Episode: 5x12 | Airdate: Feb 22, 2006
Of the 24 semifinalists chosen last week, the Top 12 boys will perform for America for the first time. Then it's up to the viewers to vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?
Episode: 5x13 | Airdate: Feb 23, 2006
The 24 semifinalists performed for America this week, and the viewers have determined their fate. Tonight, four contestants - two males and two females - will go home, leaving 20 finalists vying for the American Idol crown. Will your favorites return?
Episode: 5x14 | Airdate: Feb 28, 2006
Having survived last week's competition, the Top 10 girls perform again for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites. Who will keep singing, and who will go home?
Episode: 5x15 | Airdate: Mar 1, 2006
The Top 10 boys perform for America, hoping to win enough votes to stay in the competition. Who will be back to sing next week? America will decide after this special 90-minute episode of AMERICAN IDOL.
Episode: 5x16 | Airdate: Mar 2, 2006
Episode: 5x17 | Airdate: Mar 7, 2006
The remaining eight girls will perform again for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites. Who will sing again, and who will go home?
Episode: 5x18 | Airdate: Mar 8, 2006
The remaining 8 boys sing tonight for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites. Who will be back next week and who will go home?
Episode: 5x19 | Airdate: Mar 9, 2006
Episode: 5x20 | Airdate: Mar 14, 2006
Tonight the Top 12 finalists perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. In this special two-hour show, contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competiton. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure.
Episode: 5x21 | Airdate: Mar 15, 2006
Episode: 5x22 | Airdate: Mar 21, 2006
Tonight the remaining 11 finalists perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's votes and surviving another week in the competition. See who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure.
Episode: 5x23 | Airdate: Mar 22, 2006
Episode: 5x24 | Airdate: Mar 28, 2006
Tonight the Top 10 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 5x25 | Airdate: Mar 29, 2006
Last night, the Top 10 Finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will sing again next week and who will go home. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL Results Show.
Episode: 5x26 | Airdate: Apr 4, 2006
Tonight the Top 9 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 5x27 | Airdate: Apr 5, 2006
Last night, the Top 9 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will sing again next week and who will go home. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL Results Show.
Episode: 5x28 | Airdate: Apr 11, 2006
Tonight on AMERICAN IDOL the Top 8 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will perform their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure on the AMERICAN IDOL performance show.
Episode: 5x29 | Airdate: Apr 12, 2006
Last night, the Top 8 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will sing again next week and who will go home. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on a special one-hour AMERICAN IDOL.
Episode: 5x30 | Airdate: Apr 18, 2006
Tonight the Top 7 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will perform their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure on the AMERICAN IDOL performance show.
Episode: 5x31 | Airdate: Apr 19, 2006
Last night, the Top 7 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will sing again next week and who will go home. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL results show.
Episode: 5x32 | Airdate: Apr 25, 2006
Tonight the Top 6 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week.
Episode: 5x33 | Airdate: Apr 26, 2006
Last night, the Top 6 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will sing again next week and who will go home. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL results show.
Episode: 5x34 | Airdate: May 2, 2006
Tonight the Top 5 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 5x35 | Airdate: May 3, 2006
Last night, the Top 6 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will be in the Final 4 and who will go home. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL results show.
Episode: 5x36 | Airdate: May 9, 2006
Tonight the Top 4 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 5x37 | Airdate: May 10, 2006
TV's hottest show gets even hotter. Last night, the Top 4 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will be in the Final 3 and who will go home. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL results show.
Episode: 5x38 | Airdate: May 16, 2006
Tonight the Top 3 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and the coveted opportunity to compete in next week's season finale.
Episode: 5x39 | Airdate: May 17, 2006
TV's hottest show revs up to a crescendo! Last night, the Top 3 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE which two finalists will compete in next week's exciting season finale. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition.
Episode: 5x40 | Airdate: May 23, 2006
The most anticipated night of the television season is here! Two finalists, one American Idol - find out tonight who America has chosen. The Top 12 reunite on the Kodak Theatre stage one last time before the newest American Idol is crowned.
Episode: 5x41 | Airdate: May 24, 2006
The most anticipated night of the television season is here! Two finalists, one American Idol - find out tonight who America has chosen. The Top 12 reunite on the Kodak Theatre stage one last time before the newest American Idol is crowned.
Episode: 6x01 | Airdate: Jan 16, 2007
The No. 1 show on television returns with an all-new season, new contestants and the best and worst of auditions. For Season Six, AMERICAN IDOL traveled to Los Angeles, San Antonio, Birmingham, Memphis, New York City, Minneapolis and Seattle in search of the next American Idol.
Episode: 6x02 | Airdate: Jan 17, 2007
The hottest show on television returns for its highly anticipated sixth season with new contestants and the best and worst of auditions. In tonight's conclusion of the 2-night, 4-hour season premiere, the AMERICAN IDOL judges continue their quest for the next singing superstar.
Episode: 6x03 | Airdate: Jan 23, 2007
AMERICAN IDOL continues its search for the next singing superstar with an all-new hour featuring the best and worst of auditions.
Episode: 6x04 | Airdate: Jan 24, 2007
AMERICAN IDOL goes to the Big Apple! Don't miss this special two-hour episode featuring auditions from New York City as AMERICAN IDOL continues with Auditions #4: New York City.
Episode: 6x05 | Airdate: Jan 30, 2007
AMERICAN IDOL goes for some Southern hospitality!
Episode: 6x06 | Airdate: Jan 31, 2007
AMERICAN IDOL travels to Los Angeles, where some IDOL hopefuls will get a golden ticket to nearby Hollywood and others will get disappointing news. Catch this night of unforgettable auditions as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.
Episode: 6x07 | Airdate: Feb 6, 2007
AMERICAN IDOL goes deep in the heart of Texas!
Episode: 6x08 | Airdate: Feb 7, 2007
Tonight, AMERICAN IDOL presents the Rest of the Best - the final audition show before the contestants go to Hollywood.
Episode: 6x09 | Airdate: Feb 13, 2007
Contestants chosen from around the nation endure a grueling rehearsal schedule and pressure-packed auditions as they vie for a coveted spot among the Top 24. Who will survive and who will go home?
Episode: 6x10 | Airdate: Feb 14, 2007
Contestants chosen from around the nation have endured the grueling schedule and high-pressure auditions of the Hollywood Round, hoping to impress the judges and secure one of the 24 semifinalist spots. Tonight the judges make their final cuts to determine the Top 24.
Episode: 6x11 | Airdate: Feb 20, 2007
Of the 24 semifinalists chosen last week, the Top 12 boys will perform for America for the first time. Then it's up to the viewers to vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?
Episode: 6x12 | Airdate: Feb 21, 2007
Of the 24 semifinalists chosen last week, the Top 12 girls will perform for America for the first time. Then it's up to the viewers to vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home?
Episode: 6x13 | Airdate: Feb 22, 2007
The 24 semifinalists performed for America this week, and the viewers have determined their fate. Tonight, four contestants - two males and two females - will go home, leaving 20 finalists vying for the American Idol crown.
Episode: 6x14 | Airdate: Feb 27, 2007
Having survived last week's competition, the Top 10 boys perform again for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites.
Episode: 6x15 | Airdate: Feb 28, 2007
The Top 10 girls perform for America, hoping to win enough votes to stay in the competition. Who will be back to sing next week?
Episode: 6x16 | Airdate: Mar 1, 2007
The 20 remaining semifinalists performed this week and the viewers voted for their favorites. Tonight, the four contestants - two males and two females - who received the fewest votes will go home, leaving 16 semifinalists to vie for the American Idol crown.
Episode: 6x17 | Airdate: Mar 6, 2007
The remaining eight boys will perform for America and the viewers will vote for their favorites after the show. Who will sing again, and who will go home?
Episode: 6x18 | Airdate: Mar 7, 2007
AMERICAN IDOL marks its 200th episode milestone tonight as the remaining eight girls sing for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites. Who will be back next week and who will go home?
Episode: 6x19 | Airdate: Mar 8, 2007
In the most dramatic results show of the season thus far, four more semifinalists - two boys and two girls - will go home, leaving the Top 12 finalists to vie for the American Idol crown.
Episode: 6x20 | Airdate: Mar 13, 2007
Tonight the Top 12 finalists perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. In this special two-hour show, the contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 6x21 | Airdate: Mar 14, 2007
Last night, AMERICAN IDOL's Top 12 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Tonight, the finalist who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the American Idol crown LIVE on the AMERICAN IDOL Results Show.+
Episode: 6x22 | Airdate: Mar 20, 2007
Tonight the remaining 11 finalists perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's votes and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 6x23 | Airdate: Mar 21, 2007
Last night, the Top 11 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will return to sing next week.
Episode: 6x24 | Airdate: Mar 27, 2007
Tonight the Top 10 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 6x25 | Airdate: Mar 28, 2007
Last night, the Top 10 Finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE who will go home and who will be among the Top 9 and sing again next week.
Episode: 6x26 | Airdate: Apr 3, 2007
Tonight the Top 9 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation after being coached by legendary vocalist Tony Bennett.
Episode: 6x27 | Airdate: Apr 4, 2007
Last night, after coaching by legendary singer Tony Bennett, the Top 9 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America's votes. Tune in tonight to enjoy a special LIVE performance by Bennett. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL results show.
Episode: 6x28 | Airdate: Apr 10, 2007
Tonight on AMERICAN IDOL the Top 8 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. Platinum-selling vocalist Jennifer Lopez coaches the contestants before they perform on stage in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week.
Episode: 6x29 | Airdate: Apr 11, 2007
Last night, the Top 8 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over.
Episode: 6x30 | Airdate: Apr 17, 2007
Tonight the Top 7 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. Top female country artist Martina McBride mentors the contestants before they perform on stage in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week.
Episode: 6x31 | Airdate: Apr 18, 2007
Last night, after being mentored by award-winning country artist Martina McBride, the Top 7 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight who will sing again next week and who will go home, and enjoy a live performance by McBride on this special one-hour AMERICAN IDOL Results Show.
Episode: 6x32 | Airdate: Apr 24, 2007
Tonight AMERICAN IDOL partners with Charity Projects Entertainment Fund to raise awareness and money for young people living in extreme poverty in America and Africa. The Top 6 finalists will perform for the nation, singing songs related to compassion and hope during a "Life Anthems"-themed episode. On this special night, viewers can help change the lives of the truly needy as AMERICAN IDOL sponsors Coca-Cola and AT&T, along with additional partners, will donate money for every vote cast.
Episode: 6x33 | Airdate: Apr 25, 2007
Episode: 6x34 | Airdate: May 1, 2007
Tonight the Top 5 finalists will perform rock songs LIVE for the nation, vying for the AMERICAN IDOL crown. Legendary rock band Bon Jovi mentors the contestants before they sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 6x35 | Airdate: May 2, 2007
Last night, the Top 5 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over.
Episode: 6x36 | Airdate: May 8, 2007
Tonight the Top 4 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 6x37 | Airdate: May 9, 2007
Last night, the Top 4 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over.
Episode: 6x38 | Airdate: May 15, 2007
Tonight the Top 3 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and the coveted opportunity to compete in next week's season finale.
Episode: 6x39 | Airdate: May 16, 2007
TV's hottest show revs up to a crescendo! Last night, the Top 3 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight LIVE which two finalists will compete in next week's exciting season finale. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition on the AMERICAN IDOL results show.
Episode: 6x40 | Airdate: May 22, 2007
On tonight's exciting performance show, the last of the season, the final two contestants will battle it out LIVE at the famed Kodak Theatre in Hollywood. One will be the next American Idol and one will go home. The Final 2 face the music on Part 1 of the season finale.
Episode: 6x41 | Airdate: May 23, 2007
The most anticipated night of the television season is here! Two finalists, one American Idol - find out tonight who America has chosen. The Top 12 reunite on the Kodak Theatre stage one last time before the newest American Idol is crowned.
Episode: 7x01 | Airdate: Jan 15, 2008
The No. 1 show on television returns for an all-new season with new contestants, new dreams and, of course, the best and worst auditions. For Season Seven, AMERICAN IDOL travels to San Diego, Dallas, Omaha, Charleston, Miami, Atlanta and Philadelphia in search of the next American Idol.
Episode: 7x02 | Airdate: Jan 16, 2008
The seventh season continues as more contestants take the spotlight with hopes of going to Hollywood. In tonight's conclusion of the 2-night, 4-hour season premiere, the AMERICAN IDOL judges continue their search for the next singing sensation. For more of the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day.
Episode: 7x03 | Airdate: Jan 22, 2008
AMERICAN IDOL continues its search for the next singing superstar with an all-new hour featuring the best and worst of auditions from San Diego, CA.
Episode: 7x04 | Airdate: Jan 23, 2008
AMERICAN IDOL continues its search for the next singing superstar with an all-new hour featuring the best and worst of auditions from Charleston, SC.
Episode: 7x05 | Airdate: Jan 29, 2008
AMERICAN IDOL continues their quest to find the next singing superstar. Watch as thousands of hopefuls go before the judges in hopes of making it to Hollywood.
Episode: 7x06 | Airdate: Jan 30, 2008
AMERICAN IDOL continues their quest to find the next singing superstar. Watch as thousands of hopefuls go before the judges in hopes of making it to Hollywood.
Episode: 7x07 | Airdate: Feb 5, 2008
AMERICAN IDOL judges make one last stop in Atlanta hoping to find the next singing sensation. Watch as thousands of hopefuls try to make their dreams come true.
Episode: 7x08 | Airdate: Feb 16, 2008
Episode: 7x09 | Airdate: Feb 12, 2008
Episode: 7x10 | Airdate: Feb 13, 2008
Episode: 7x11 | Airdate: Feb 19, 2008
Episode: 7x12 | Airdate: Feb 20, 2008
Episode: 7x13 | Airdate: Feb 21, 2008
Episode: 7x14 | Airdate: Feb 26, 2008
Episode: 7x15 | Airdate: Feb 27, 2008
Episode: 7x16 | Airdate: Feb 28, 2008
Episode: 7x17 | Airdate: Mar 4, 2008
Episode: 7x18 | Airdate: Mar 5, 2008
Episode: 7x19 | Airdate: Mar 6, 2008
Episode: 7x20 | Airdate: Mar 11, 2008
Episode: 7x21 | Airdate: Mar 12, 2008
Episode: 7x22 | Airdate: Mar 18, 2008
Episode: 7x23 | Airdate: Mar 19, 2008
Episode: 7x24 | Airdate: Mar 25, 2008
Episode: 7x25 | Airdate: Mar 26, 2008
Episode: 7x26 | Airdate: Apr 1, 2008
Episode: 7x27 | Airdate: Apr 2, 2008
Episode: 7x28 | Airdate: Apr 8, 2008
Episode: 7x29 | Airdate: Apr 9, 2008
Episode: 7x30 | Airdate: Apr 10, 2008
Episode: 7x31 | Airdate: Apr 15, 2008
Episode: 7x32 | Airdate: Apr 16, 2008
Episode: 7x33 | Airdate: Apr 22, 2008
Episode: 7x34 | Airdate: Apr 23, 2008
Episode: 7x35 | Airdate: Apr 29, 2008
Episode: 7x36 | Airdate: Apr 30, 2008
Episode: 7x37 | Airdate: May 6, 2008
Episode: 7x38 | Airdate: May 7, 2008
Episode: 7x39 | Airdate: May 13, 2008
Episode: 7x40 | Airdate: May 14, 2008
Episode: 7x41 | Airdate: May 20, 2008
Episode: 7x42 | Airdate: May 21, 2008
Episode: 8x01 | Airdate: Jan 13, 2009
The most anticipated show in television returns for its eighth season with new contestants, a new judge and the best and worst of auditions. Don't miss the episode everyone will be talking about the next day as AMERICAN IDOL premieres with the first part of the 2-night, 4-hour season premiere.
Episode: 8x02 | Airdate: Jan 14, 2009
The auditions continue on the 2-night, 4-hour season premiere of AMERICAN IDOL, and the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.
Episode: 8x03 | Airdate: Jan 20, 2009
The auditions continue on AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.
Episode: 8x04 | Airdate: Jan 21, 2009
The auditions continue on AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.
Episode: 8x05 | Airdate: Jan 27, 2009
Episode: 8x06 | Airdate: Jan 28, 2009
Episode: 8x07 | Airdate: Jan 29, 2009
The auditions continue on AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.
Episode: 8x08 | Airdate: Feb 3, 2009
Contestants chosen from around the nation endure a grueling rehearsal schedule and pressure-packed auditions as they vie for a coveted spot among the Top 36. Who will survive and who will go home?
Episode: 8x09 | Airdate: Feb 4, 2009
Contestants continue to go before the judges with hopes of getting a coveted spot among the Top 36. See who has what it takes and who is sent home.
Episode: 8x10 | Airdate: Feb 10, 2009
The pressure builds and tensions run high as contestants continue to vie for a coveted spot in the Top 36.
Episode: 8x11 | Airdate: Feb 11, 2009
Contestants from around the country have performed tirelessly, faced the judges and endured the grueling competition during the Hollywood Round. Tonight the judges decide which hopefuls make the final cut and earn coveted spots in the Top 36.
Episode: 8x12 | Airdate: Feb 17, 2009
Last week, the Top 36 semi-finalists were revealed to the nation and were separated into three groups of 12. Tonight's episode features performances by the first 12 contestants, and America will vote on their favorites.
Episode: 8x13 | Airdate: Feb 18, 2009
On tonight's live results show, the 12 semi-finalists who performed Tuesday night will return to the stage to find out their fate. America's votes will be revealed and three finalists (highest male vote-getter, highest female vote-getter and next highest vote-getter) will move on in the competition, while nine semi-finalists will go home.
Episode: 8x14 | Airdate: Feb 25, 2009
Episode: 8x15 | Airdate: Feb 26, 2009
On tonight's live results show, the 12 semi-finalists who performed Tuesday night will return to the stage to find out their fate. America's votes will be revealed and three finalists (highest male vote-getter, highest female vote-getter and next highest vote-getter) will move on in the competition, while nine semi-finalists will go home.
Episode: 8x16 | Airdate: Mar 3, 2009
Episode: 8x17 | Airdate: Mar 4, 2009
Episode: 8x18 | Airdate: Mar 5, 2009
This special "Wild Card" episode will feature the judges' favorite remaining contestants battling it out live for a coveted spot in the next phase of the competition.
Episode: 8x19 | Airdate: Mar 10, 2009
The Top 13 finalists take the AMERICAN IDOL stage to perform LIVE for the nation. The finalists will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 8x20 | Airdate: Mar 11, 2009
The Top 13 finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home. Tune in to see Kelly Clarkson perform her smash single "My Life Would Suck Without You" and watch Kanye West entertain the audience with his hit "Heartless".
Episode: 8x21 | Airdate: Mar 17, 2009
The Top 11 finalists take the AMERICAN IDOL stage for the first time to perform LIVE for the nation. The finalists will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure when "11 Finalists Compete".
Episode: 8x22 | Airdate: Mar 18, 2009
The Top 11 contestants find out who is safe and who will be sent home during the "1 of 11 Voted Off" results show.
Episode: 8x23 | Airdate: Mar 25, 2009
The AMERICAN IDOL finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 8x24 | Airdate: Mar 26, 2009
The contestants find out who is safe and who will be sent home on the AMERICAN IDOL
Episode: 8x25 | Airdate: Mar 31, 2009
The AMERICAN IDOL finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 8x26 | Airdate: Apr 1, 2009
The contestants find out who is safe and who will be sent home on the AMERICAN IDOL Results Show.
Episode: 8x27 | Airdate: Apr 7, 2009
The AMERICAN IDOL finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 8x28 | Airdate: Apr 8, 2009
The finalists find out who received the lowest number of votes.
Episode: 8x29 | Airdate: Apr 14, 2009
The AMERICAN IDOL finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 8x30 | Airdate: Apr 15, 2009
The finalists find out who is safe and who could be sent home.
Episode: 8x31 | Airdate: Apr 21, 2009
Episode: 8x32 | Airdate: Apr 22, 2009
The Top 7 find out who is safe and which two finalists will go home.
Episode: 8x33 | Airdate: Apr 28, 2009
The AMERICAN IDOL finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 8x34 | Airdate: Apr 29, 2009
The finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home.
Episode: 8x35 | Airdate: May 5, 2009
The AMERICAN IDOL finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 8x36 | Airdate: May 6, 2009
The finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home.
Episode: 8x37 | Airdate: May 12, 2009
The AMERICAN IDOL Top 3 take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition. L).
Episode: 8x38 | Airdate: May 13, 2009
The finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home.
Episode: 8x39 | Airdate: May 19, 2009
On tonight's exciting performance show, the last of the season, the two finalists battle it out LIVE to be crowned the next American Idol. The Top 2 face the music at the NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE on the first part of the AMERICAN IDOL season finale.
Episode: 8x40 | Airdate: May 20, 2009
The most anticipated night of the television season is here! The competition is down to two finalists, but there can be only one winner. Find out tonight who America has chosen! The Top 13 reunite on stage at the NOKIA Theatre LA LIVE one last time before the newest American Idol is crowned.
Episode: 9x01 | Airdate: Jan 12, 2010
The most-anticipated show in television returns for its ninth season with all-new contestants, a new judge and the best and worst of auditions. Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, television's No. 1 series promises to deliver the most unforgettable season yet as Ellen DeGeneres joins the judging panel to sit alongside Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi. This season, AMERICAN IDOL travels across the country to Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Los Angeles and Orlando, where the good, the bad and the outrageous audition for their shot at stardom.
Episode: 9x02 | Airdate: Jan 13, 2010
The auditions continue from Atlanta on the second part of two-night season premiere of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.
Episode: 9x03 | Airdate: Jan 19, 2010
The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the "Windy City."
Episode: 9x04 | Airdate: Jan 20, 2010
The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the Sunshine State.
Episode: 9x05 | Airdate: Jan 26, 2010
The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the Golden State with guest judges Avril Lavigne and Katy Perry.
Episode: 9x06 | Airdate: Jan 27, 2010
The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the Lone Star State with guest judges Neil Patrick Harris and Joe Jonas.
Episode: 9x07 | Airdate: Feb 2, 2010
The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the "Mile High City" with returning guest judge Victoria Beckham.
Episode: 9x08 | Airdate: Feb 3, 2010
It is the last evening of the Season Nine auditions. Join Simon, Kara and Randy as they continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.
Episode: 9x09 | Airdate: Feb 9, 2010
Episode: 9x10 | Airdate: Feb 10, 2010
Episode: 9x11 | Airdate: Feb 16, 2010
Episode: 9x12 | Airdate: Feb 17, 2010
The judges make their final cuts tonight, and this season's semifinalists - 12 boys and 12 girls - are revealed.
Episode: 9x13 | Airdate: Feb 23, 2010
The Top 12 female semifinalists take the AMERICAN IDOL stage for the first time to perform LIVE for the judges and for the nation. On this season's first night of voting, the contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.
Episode: 9x14 | Airdate: Feb 24, 2010
The Top 12 male semifinalists sing their hearts out LIVE for America and the AMERICAN IDOL judges. After the performances, it is up to America to vote.
Episode: 9x15 | Airdate: Feb 25, 2010
During the first LIVE results show of the season, four semifinalists - two girls and two boys - will be eliminated from the competition and sent home. Tune in to see if your favorites made the cut when the first four contestants are sent home after America's vote is revealed.
Episode: 9x16 | Airdate: Mar 2, 2010
The 10 female semifinalists perform LIVE for America's vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles in the "Top 10 Girls Compete" episode of AMERICAN IDOL.
Episode: 9x17 | Airdate: Mar 3, 2010
The 10 male semifinalists perform LIVE for America's vote.
Episode: 9x18 | Airdate: Mar 4, 2010
Four more semifinalists - two girls and two boys - will be eliminated from the competition and sent home tonight after America's vote is revealed.
Episode: 9x19 | Airdate: Mar 9, 2010
The eight female semifinalists perform LIVE for America and the AMERICAN IDOL judges. After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.
Episode: 9x20 | Airdate: Mar 10, 2010
The eight male semifinalists perform LIVE for America and the AMERICAN IDOL judges. After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.
Episode: 9x21 | Airdate: Mar 11, 2010
Episode: 9x22 | Airdate: Mar 16, 2010
The Top 12 finalists - six boys and six girls - take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.
Episode: 9x23 | Airdate: Mar 17, 2010
Episode: 9x24 | Airdate: Mar 23, 2010
The Top 11 finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.
Episode: 9x25 | Airdate: Mar 24, 2010
Episode: 9x26 | Airdate: Mar 30, 2010
The Top 10 finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.
Episode: 9x27 | Airdate: Mar 31, 2010
Episode: 9x28 | Airdate: Apr 6, 2010
The nine remaining finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.
Episode: 9x29 | Airdate: Apr 7, 2010
Episode: 9x30 | Airdate: Apr 13, 2010
Episode: 9x31 | Airdate: Apr 14, 2010
The nine remaining finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home during the "2 of 9 Voted Off" episode of AMERICAN IDOL.
Episode: 9x32 | Airdate: Apr 20, 2010
The seven remaining finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.
Episode: 9x33 | Airdate: Apr 21, 2010
Episode: 9x34 | Airdate: Apr 27, 2010
The Top 6 Finalists perform as they continue on their journey to try and become the next AMERICAN IDOL!
Episode: 9x35 | Airdate: Apr 28, 2010
Last night, AMERICAN IDOL's Top 6 Finalists performed their hardest in hopes of advancing to get one step closer to becoming the next AMERICAN IDOL.
Episode: 9x36 | Airdate: May 4, 2010
The five remaining finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.
Episode: 9x37 | Airdate: May 5, 2010
Episode: 9x38 | Airdate: May 11, 2010
The four remaining finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.
Episode: 9x39 | Airdate: May 12, 2010
Episode: 9x40 | Airdate: May 18, 2010
The three remaining finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote.
Episode: 9x41 | Airdate: May 19, 2010
Episode: 9x42 | Airdate: May 25, 2010
The final two contestants take the stage to battle it out on the last performance show of the season at the NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles. One will be the next American Idol, and one will be sent home.
Episode: 9x43 | Airdate: May 26, 2010
Episode: 10x01 | Airdate: Jan 19, 2011
Episode: 10x02 | Airdate: Jan 20, 2011
The auditions continue on the second part of two-night season premiere of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.
Episode: 10x03 | Airdate: Jan 26, 2011
The auditions continue on the new season of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.
Episode: 10x04 | Airdate: Jan 27, 2011
The auditions continue on the new season of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.
Episode: 10x05 | Airdate: Feb 2, 2011
The auditions continue on the new season of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.
Episode: 10x06 | Airdate: Feb 3, 2011
The auditions continue on the new season of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.
Episode: 10x07 | Airdate: Feb 9, 2011
The auditions continue on the new season of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.
Episode: 10x08 | Airdate: Feb 10, 2011
The auditions continue on the new season of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.
Episode: 10x09 | Airdate: Feb 16, 2011
Episode: 10x10 | Airdate: Feb 17, 2011
Episode: 10x11 | Airdate: Feb 23, 2011
The Hollywood Round continues as Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler continue to narrow down the contestants even further.
Episode: 10x12 | Airdate: Feb 24, 2011
The auditions conclude when judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler reveal - in an exciting new twist - 20 semifinalists: 10 guys and 10 girls.
Episode: 10x13 | Airdate: Mar 1, 2011
The Top 10 male semifinalists take the AMERICAN IDOL stage for the first time to perform for the judges and for the nation. On this season's first night of voting, America votes to pick the Top 5 Guys.
Episode: 10x14 | Airdate: Mar 2, 2011
The Top 10 female semifinalists sing their hearts out for America and the AMERICAN IDOL judges. After the performances, America votes to pick the Top 5 Girls.
Episode: 10x15 | Airdate: Mar 3, 2011
It's the moment you've been waiting for: This season's finalists are announced tonight!
Episode: 10x16 | Airdate: Mar 9, 2011
The AMERICAN IDOL finalists perform LIVE for the first time hoping to impress the judges and the nation. After the performances, it is up to America to vote.
Episode: 10x17 | Airdate: Mar 10, 2011
It's that time of the week where one finalist will be eliminated from the competition.
Episode: 10x18 | Airdate: Mar 16, 2011
Episode: 10x19 | Airdate: Mar 17, 2011
Episode: 10x20 | Airdate: Mar 23, 2011
Episode: 10x21 | Airdate: Mar 24, 2011
Episode: 10x22 | Airdate: Mar 30, 2011
Episode: 10x23 | Airdate: Mar 31, 2011
Episode: 10x24 | Airdate: Apr 6, 2011
Episode: 10x25 | Airdate: Apr 7, 2011
Episode: 10x26 | Airdate: Apr 13, 2011
Episode: 10x27 | Airdate: Apr 14, 2011
Episode: 10x28 | Airdate: Apr 20, 2011
Episode: 10x29 | Airdate: Apr 21, 2011
Episode: 10x30 | Airdate: Apr 27, 2011
The Top 6 finalists perform LIVE hoping to impress the judges and the nation. After the performances, it is up to America to vote.
Episode: 10x31 | Airdate: Apr 28, 2011
Episode: 10x32 | Airdate: May 4, 2011
Episode: 10x33 | Airdate: May 5, 2011
Episode: 10x34 | Airdate: May 11, 2011
Episode: 10x35 | Airdate: May 12, 2011
Episode: 10x36 | Airdate: May 18, 2011
Episode: 10x37 | Airdate: May 19, 2011
Episode: 10x38 | Airdate: May 24, 2011
Episode: 10x39 | Airdate: May 25, 2011
Episode: 11x01 | Airdate: Jan 18, 2012
Television's No. 1 series returns for its highly anticipated 11th season with brand new contestants, a superstar judging panel and the best and worst of auditions. Host Ryan Seacrest and judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler traveled across the country to Savannah, Aspen, Galveston, Pittsburgh, Portland, San Diego and St. Louis where the good, the bad and the outrageous auditioned for their shot at stardom. This season promises to deliver the most talented group of singers yet and as always, it's up to the viewers to root and vote for their favorite contestants, ultimately crowning the next AMERICAN IDOL. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day.
Episode: 11x02 | Airdate: Jan 19, 2012
The auditions continue on the second part of two-night season premiere of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day.
Episode: 11x03 | Airdate: Jan 22, 2012
The auditions continue on a special, extended primetime broadcast of AMERICAN IDOL as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day.
Episode: 11x04 | Airdate: Jan 25, 2012
More auditions are featured on AMERICAN IDOL as the judges try to find the next singing superstar.
Episode: 11x05 | Airdate: Jan 26, 2012
The auditions continue on AMERICAN IDOL as the judges search for the next singing superstar. Don't miss another round of good, bad and outrageous tryouts in the "Auditions #5: Portland, OR" episode.
Episode: 11x06 | Airdate: Feb 1, 2012
The auditions continue in Portland, OR, as the judges search for the next singing superstar. Don't miss a new round of hopefuls in the "Auditions #6: Portland, OR" episode.
Episode: 11x07 | Airdate: Feb 2, 2012
In an AMERICAN IDOL exclusive, Madonna will world preview the video for her new single, "Give Me All Your Luvin," featuring Nicki Minaj and M.I.A. Plus, more auditions - this time from St. Louis, MO - as the judges resume their search to find the next singing superstar. Be sure to watch the Madonna video and the latest tryouts.
Episode: 11x08 | Airdate: Feb 8, 2012
Episode: 11x09 | Airdate: Feb 9, 2012
Judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler join host Ryan Seacrest in Hollywood to begin sorting the contestants. Hopefuls chosen from around the nation vie for a coveted spot on the show.
Episode: 11x10 | Airdate: Feb 15, 2012
Episode: 11x11 | Airdate: Feb 16, 2012
Episode: 11x12 | Airdate: Feb 22, 2012
Contestants try one last time to impress the judges, singing for their lives to prove who deserves to make it to the next round. For some, it's the end of the road, but for the first group of semifinalists whose names will be revealed tonight, the next part of the journey is about to begin.
Episode: 11x13 | Airdate: Feb 23, 2012
The first phase of the competition comes to a dramatic end when Randy, Jennifer and Steven reveal this season's remaining semifinalists.
Episode: 11x14 | Airdate: Feb 28, 2012
On this season's first night of voting, America votes to pick their favorites.
Episode: 11x15 | Airdate: Feb 29, 2012
On this season's second night of voting, America votes to pick their favorites.
Episode: 11x16 | Airdate: Mar 1, 2012
The competition takes an intense turn as America's vote reveals the first set of finalists, then those that remain will have one last chance to perform for the judges who will round out this season's finalists with their wild card picks.
Episode: 11x17 | Airdate: Mar 7, 2012
Episode: 11x18 | Airdate: Mar 8, 2012
Episode: 11x19 | Airdate: Mar 14, 2012
Jermaine Jones was disqualified prior to this performance show.
Episode: 11x20 | Airdate: Mar 15, 2012
Episode: 11x21 | Airdate: Mar 21, 2012
Episode: 11x22 | Airdate: Mar 22, 2012
Episode: 11x23 | Airdate: Mar 28, 2012
Episode: 11x24 | Airdate: Mar 29, 2012
Episode: 11x25 | Airdate: Apr 4, 2012
Episode: 11x26 | Airdate: Apr 5, 2012
Episode: 11x27 | Airdate: Apr 11, 2012
Episode: 11x28 | Airdate: Apr 12, 2012
Episode: 11x29 | Airdate: Apr 18, 2012
Episode: 11x30 | Airdate: Apr 19, 2012
Episode: 11x31 | Airdate: Apr 25, 2012
Episode: 11x32 | Airdate: Apr 26, 2012
Episode: 11x33 | Airdate: May 2, 2012
Episode: 11x34 | Airdate: May 3, 2012
Episode: 11x35 | Airdate: May 9, 2012
Episode: 11x36 | Airdate: May 10, 2012
Episode: 11x37 | Airdate: May 16, 2012
Episode: 11x38 | Airdate: May 17, 2012
Episode: 11x39 | Airdate: May 22, 2012
Episode: 11x40 | Airdate: May 23, 2012
Episode: S02 Special | Airdate: Jan 21, 2003
A Fox special presentation that follows up with last season's finalists and asks, Where Are They Now?
Episode: S02 Special | Airdate: Feb 19, 2003
A special presentation featuring great singers who didn't quite make it as well as some of the best of the worst Idol hopefuls.
Episode: S02 Special | Airdate: Nov 25, 2003
Episode: S03 Special | Airdate: Nov 24, 2004
Episode: S04 Special | Airdate: May 19, 2005
FOX unveils an original, all-new special featuring highlights and low-lights of the global phenomenon that is AMERICAN IDOL. The producers have traveled far and wide to bring you some of the funniest, most outrageous and just plain awful IDOL auditions from around the world.
Episode: S15 Special | Airdate: Apr 5, 2016 (90 min)
After 15 seasons of superstars, AMERICAN IDOL has become a cultural phenomenon. As the show wraps up the farewell season and prepares to crown the final IDOL, don't miss this 90-minute retrospective featuring host Ryan Seacrest, current and former judges, contestants and the behind-the-scenes team sharing their IDOL memories.
Episode: S17 Special | Airdate: Apr 22, 2019
On the heels of last night's incredible performances and reveal of the remaining Idol contestants, ABC will air "American Idol: Meet Your Finalists," a two-hour "American Idol" special episode. The special will take a deep dive into each finalist's journey on "American Idol" thus far, highlighting new, never-before-seen songs, stories, performances and footage from "American Idol," as well as revisiting favorite moments from this season. America will have a chance to get to know each finalist individually as they share their stories in hopes of capturing America's heart and future vote.
Episode: S18 Special | Airdate: Feb 9, 2020 (60 min)
A look at upcoming season 18 of American Idol.
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