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Season 1

  • S01E01 Debut

    • June 11, 2002
    • FOX

    A humorous debut for this hit reality show series. It showed three judges, which were Randy,Paula, and Simon, getting starting to search for the next American Idol. They went to different cities, in each one picking 30 to move on to the next round.Faced with some that were great preformers, or the most talentless people you've ever seen. In the end thouh, successfully they found over a 100 people for the next round.

  • S01E02 Episode Two

    • June 12, 2002
    • FOX

    After going through their first round, things start to heat up when the competion gets harder. Now the contestants have to learn routines, and sing/dance in groups of threes and fours. The judges will pick which ones in the group stay. They had to learn these routines in a couple of nights, sacrificing their resting time. There was no time to relax, they had to stay focused. Many were stressed, and forgot their lines, and didn't know what to do. This narrows the search down to fewer people.

  • S01E03 No Way Jim Moves On After That Performance. Right, Simon? Simon?

    • June 18, 2002
    • FOX

    They sing. You vote. You decide. Brian Dunkleman and Ryan Seacrest host as group one performs for America. The fate of the 10 hopefuls rests in America's hands as only the Top 3 contestants move on. Performing tonight are Tamyra Gray, Jim Verraros, Adriel Herrera, Rodesia Eaves, Natalie Burge, Brad Estrin, Ryan Starr, Justinn Waddell, Kelli Glover, and Christopher Aaron.

  • S01E04 Dewey Defeats Truman!

    • June 19, 2002
    • FOX

    The show is live and the votes are in! America will see which 3 contestants they voted for will move on to the final 10.

  • S01E05 Army Of The Mediocre

    • June 25, 2002
    • FOX

    They sing. You vote. You decide. Brian Dunkleman and Ryan Seacrest host as Group Two performs for America. The fate of the 10 hopefuls rests in America's hands as only the Top 3 contestants move on. Performing tonight are Alexis Lopez, Gil Sinuet, Angela Peel, A.J. Gil, Tenia Taylor, Alexandra Bachelier, Jazmin Lowery, Jamar, Kelly Clarkson, and Justin Guarini.

  • S01E06 Six Pack

    • June 26, 2002
    • FOX

    The show is live and the votes are in! Three more contestants will advance to the Final 10. Watch to see who moves one step closer to becoming the American Idol.

  • S01E07 The Bad, The Even Worse and The Ugly

    • July 2, 2002
    • FOX

    They sing. You vote. You decide. Brian Dunkleman and Ryan Seacrest host as Group Three performs for America. The fate of the last 10 hopefuls rests in America's hands as only the Top 3 contestants move on. Performing tonight are R.J. Helton, Kristin Holt, Mark Scott, Nikki McKibbin, Chris Badono, Melanie Sanders, Ejay Day, Tanesha Ross, Khaleef Chiles, and Christina Cristian.

  • S01E08 Judge Fight!

    • July 3, 2002
    • FOX

    The show is live and the votes are in! The final choices are revealed as the last three contestants advance to the Final 10. Watch to see who moves one step closer to becoming the American Idol.

  • S01E09 Wild!

    • July 10, 2002
    • FOX

    10,000 auditioned... 121 made it to Hollywood... 30 sang for your vote and 9 are through to the next round. Tonight 5 Wild Cards return to sing again for the judges to decide LIVE which one will complete the Final 10.

  • S01E10 The Live Album!

    • July 16, 2002
    • FOX

    Live in Hollywood! They have a new set, full orchestral arrangements, and a live studio audience. The theme is Motown and performing tonight are Ryan Starr, R.J. Helton, Nikki McKibbin, Ejay Day, Tamyra Gray, Justin Guarini, Jim Verraros, Kelly Clarkson, A.J. Gil, and Christina Cristian.

  • S01E11 Top 10 Results

    • July 17, 2002
    • FOX

    Last night American Idol rocked to Motown. The Top 10 finalists gave it their all. But tonight two dreams are about to come to an end. Two contestants with the lowest number of votes will be eliminated. Find out who America voted for.

  • S01E12 Pride Goeth Before The ‘Fro

    • July 23, 2002
    • FOX

    Tonight the Top 8 will perform live for the nation, vying for the American Idol title. The contestants will give it their all in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week. Who will play it safe and who will take the big risk? Their fate rests in your hands. Tonight's theme is the 1960's. Performing tonight are Tamyra Gray, Ryan Starr, Justin Guarini, Kelly Clarkson, A.J. Gil, Christina Christian, Nikki McKibbin, and R.J. Helton.

  • S01E13 Clash of the Titanic Egos

    • July 24, 2002
    • FOX

    Last night, the Top 8 finalists performed hits from the 60's. Tonight, the show is live and the votes are in. Who will sing again next week and who will be sent home? The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition. Another dream is about to end. Find out who America voted for.

  • S01E14 The Big Time!

    • July 30, 2002
    • FOX

    Tonight the Top 7 will perform live for the nation, vying for the American Idol title. The contestants will give it their all in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week. Who will play it safe and who will take the big risk? Their fate rests in your hands. Tonight's theme is the 1970's. Performing tonight are Tamyra Gray, Ryan Starr, Justin Guarini, Kelly Clarkson, Christina Christian, Nikki McKibbin, and R.J. Helton.

  • S01E15 Ryan-ara!

    • July 31, 2002
    • FOX

    Last night, the Top 7 finalists performed hits from the 70's. Tonight, the show is live and the votes are in. Who will sing again next week and who will be sent home? The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition. Another dream is about to end. Find out who America voted for.

  • S01E16 Jump, Jive and Fail!

    • August 6, 2002
    • FOX

    Tonight the Top 6 will perform live for the nation, vying for the American Idol title. The contestants will give it their all in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week. Who will play it safe and who will take the big risk? Their fate rests in your hands. Tonight's theme is Big Band. Performing tonight are Tamyra Gray, Justin Guarini, Kelly Clarkson, Christina Christian, Nikki McKibbin, and R.J. Helton.

  • S01E17 Nooooooooooooooooooooooooo!

    • August 7, 2002
    • FOX

    Last night, the Top 6 finalists performed hits from the Big Band era. Tonight, the show is live and the votes are in. Who will sing again next week and who will be sent home? The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition. Another dream is about to end. Find out who America voted for.

  • S01E18 Five Alive (And An Assortment Of Other Bad Puns)

    • August 13, 2002
    • FOX

    Tonight the Top 5 will perform live for the nation, vying for the American Idol title. The contestants will give it their all in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week. Who will play it safe and who will take the big risk? Their fate rests in your hands. Tonight's theme is love songs. Performing tonight are Tamyra Gray, Justin Guarini, Kelly Clarkson, Nikki McKibbin, and R.J. Helton.

  • S01E19 RJ is Short for “Really Gone”

    • August 14, 2002
    • FOX

    Last night, the Top 5 finalists performed love songs. Tonight, the show is live and the votes are in. Who will sing again next week and who will be sent home? The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition. Another dream is about to end. Find out who America voted for.

  • S01E20 Two for Each One

    • August 20, 2002
    • FOX

    Tonight the Top 4 will perform two songs live for the nation, vying for the American Idol title. The contestants will give it their all in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week. Who will play it safe and who will take the big risk? Their fate rests in your hands. Tonight's theme is the 80's and 90's. Performing tonight are Tamyra Gray, Justin Guarini, Kelly Clarkson, and Nikki McKibbin.

  • S01E21 What? Who? You're Sure now?

    • August 21, 2002
    • FOX

    Last night, the Top 4 finalists performed two hits from the 80's and 90's. Tonight, the show is live and the votes are in. Who will sing again next week and who will be sent home? The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition. Another dream is about to end. Find out who America voted for.

  • S01E22 Three Do Two

    • August 27, 2002
    • FOX

    Tonight the Top 3 will each perform two songs live for the nation, vying for the American Idol title. The contestants will give it their all in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving one last week. Who will play it safe and who will take the big risk? Their fate rests in your hands. Tonight the contestants sing a song of their choice and a song the judges picked for them. Performing tonight are Justin Guarini, Kelly Clarkson, and Nikki McKibbin.

  • S01E23 Two More

    • August 28, 2002
    • FOX

    Last night, the Top 3 finalists performed two songs. Tonight, the show is live and the votes are in. Who will sing again next week and who will go home? The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition. Another dream is about to end. Find out who America voted for to battle it out in next week's showdown.

  • S01E24 Showdown!

    • September 3, 2002
    • FOX

    Kelly vs. Justin who will win?

  • S01E25 EL FINALE!

    • September 4, 2002
    • FOX

    The episode begins as usual, with the whole thing starting. They go behind the scenes for the first hour and the final 10 come back, sing for about half an hour, and then the question on everyone's mind since the series began, who is the american idol? And the winner is...

Season 2

  • SPECIAL 0x3 Where Are They Now

    • January 21, 2003
    • ABC (US)

    A Fox special presentation that follows up with last season's finalists and asks, Where Are They Now?

  • SPECIAL 0x13 The Search For A Superstar

    • October 15, 2002
    • ABC (US)

    10,000 performers, one superstar. How do you turn a talent search into a phenomenon? Simple. You let America be the judge. In the summer of 2002, that's exactly what producer Simon Fuller's 19 Entertainment along with FremantleMedia did for Fox Television. Beginning with an open call for auditions in seven cities across the country, American Idol judges Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul, and Simon Cowell narrowed a field of over 10,000 pop singer wannabes to one American Idol. Includes never-before-seen footage!

  • S02E01 Start It Up!

    • January 21, 2003
    • FOX

    The audition stops for this episode & the number of people there & the number of people going to Hollywood: 9,000 in New York with 35 going to Hollywood; 6,000 in Miami with 20 going to Hollywood; 6,000 in Austin with 36 going to Hollywood.

  • S02E02 Part Deux

    • January 22, 2003
    • FOX

    The audtion stops & # of people going to Hollywood: 11,000 in LA with 45 going to Hollywood; 6,000 in Detroit with 22 going to Hollywood.

  • S02E03 One Last Batch

    • January 28, 2003
    • FOX

    It's Beaver Time!!!! Lol! The audition stops & # of people going to Hollywood: 6,500 in Atlanta with 46 going to Hollywood; 5,000 in Nashville with 30 going to Hollywood.

  • S02E04 Cut 'Em Up

    • January 29, 2003
    • FOX

    Here is the list of the 32 semi-finalist: Ashley Hartman Bettis Richardson Candice Coleman Charles Grigsby Chip Days Clay Aiken Corey Clark Equoia Coleman Frenchie Davis George Trice Hadass Halev Jacob Smalley J.D. Adams Jennifer Fuetes Jordan Segundo Joshua Gracin Julia DeMato Kimberly Caldwell Kimberly Kelsey Kimberley Locke Lashundra Cobbins Louis Gazzara Meosha Denton Nasheka Siddall Patrick Fortson Patrick Lake Rebecca Bond Rickey Smith Ruben Studdard Samantha Cohen Sylvia Chibilti Vanessa Olivarez Just think, 1 of these is our American Idol!

  • S02E05 Eight is Enough!

    • February 4, 2003
    • FOX

    Performers tonight: Bettis Richardson, Charles Grigsby, J.D. Adams, Julia DeMato, Kimberly Caldwell, Lashundra Cobbins, Meosha Denton, and Patrick Forton.

  • S02E06 Two to Tango

    • February 5, 2003
    • FOX

    The 2 that got voted to the final 10 are Charles Grigsby & Julia DeMato!

  • S02E07 Here We Go Again

    • February 11, 2003
    • FOX

    Performers tonight: Clay Aiken, Candice Coleman, Rebecca Bond, Jacob John, Hadas, Ruben Studdard, Kimberley Locke, and Jennifer Fuentes.

  • S02E08 Oh, Who Will It Be?!

    • February 12, 2003
    • FOX

    Ruben Studdard & Kimberley Locke are moving on to the final 10!

  • S02E09 Eight more will come before us…

    • February 18, 2003
    • FOX

    Performers tonight include: Equoia Coleman George Trice Jordan Segundo Kimberly Kelsey Louis Gazzara Rickey Smith Samantha Cohen Vanessa Olivarez Watch Feb. 19th to see who moves on!

  • S02E10 Get ready to see two happy people. And six unhappy ones.

    • February 19, 2003
    • FOX

    The next two spots in the top 10 are filled

  • SPECIAL 0x2 The Good, The Bad and the Ugly

    • February 19, 2003
    • ABC (US)

    A special presentation featuring great singers who didn't quite make it as well as some of the best of the worst Idol hopefuls.

  • S02E11 American Idol: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

    • February 19, 2003
    • FOX

    Ryan recaps the best and worst of the season so far.

  • S02E12 Last Batch

    • February 25, 2003
    • FOX

    The fourth and final group of semi-finalists perform Performers tonight will include: Ashley Hartman Chip Days Corey Clark Joshua Gracin Juanita Barber Nasheka Siddall Patrick Lake Sylvia Chibiliti

  • S02E13 Two By Two They March To The Finals

    • February 26, 2003
    • FOX

    Two more move on to the Top Ten. Also, those contestants who will be performing in the "wild card" show were announced in this episode. Simon Cowell also promised a twist coming in the "wild card" show, which he claims will be better than the "twist" in the final episode of Joe Millionaire.

  • S02E14 Wild!

    • March 4, 2003
    • FOX

    Performers who have not been voted in top 12 get another shot Performers in the wild card include: Aliceyn Coone Carmen Rasmusen Chip Days Clay Aiken Janine Falsone Kimberly Caldwell Nasheka Siddall Olivia Mojica Trenyce

  • S02E15 I Need Results, Not Excuses!

    • March 5, 2003
    • FOX

    It is revealed who each judge and America picked to round off the top 12

  • S02E16 The Clean Dozen

    • March 11, 2003
    • FOX

    The top 12 battle it out for the first time in front of a live audience. Also for the first time ever a Celebrity Judge appears. This week is Lamont Dozier

  • S02E17 The First One Bites The Dust!

    • March 12, 2003
    • FOX

    One contestant must leave. Who got the least amount of votes?

  • S02E18 Eleven Man Band

    • March 18, 2003
    • FOX

    Top 11 sing for your votes. Gladys Knight is Celebrity Guest Judge

  • S02E19 One More Shall Fall

    • March 19, 2003
    • FOX

    One more gets eliminated leaving just 10 left

  • S02E20 10, 9, 8… Ah, You Know How The Rest Goes

    • March 25, 2003
    • FOX

    Top 10 perform. Olivia Newton-John Guest Judges

  • S02E21 Ten Will Become Nine

    • March 26, 2003
    • FOX

    One more is eliminated from the competition. Who will it be this week?

  • S02E22 You Kids Be Good!

    • April 1, 2003
    • FOX

    It's Top 9 week but only 8 perform. Someone has been disqualified. Find out who. Also, Verdine White Guest Judges.

  • S02E23 Not The Final Countdown!

    • April 2, 2003
    • FOX

    Ryan reveals the results, and a surprise twist at the end.

  • S02E24 The Hits!

    • April 8, 2003
    • FOX

    The Top 8 perform again, but this time someone WILL go home. Also, Lionel Ritchie guest judges.

  • S02E25 Eight Minus One is Seven

    • April 9, 2003
    • FOX

    Another person leaves the competition. But who will it be?

  • S02E26 (Insert Clever Headline Here)

    • April 15, 2003
    • FOX

    The top seven battle it out once again. Smokey Robinson guest judges.

  • SPECIAL 0x4 American Idol Special: Halfway Home

    • April 21, 2003
    • ABC (US)

  • S02E27 One Will Go. Six Will Remain. A Recap Will Be Written. You Will Laugh At Least Once.

    • April 16, 2003
    • FOX

    One more is going home. Find out who Live.

  • S02E28 American Idol Special: Halfway Home

    • April 21, 2003
    • FOX

    Ryan recaps the season so far and interviews the remaining six contestants.

  • S02E29 Six Of One, Half Dozen Of Another.

    • April 21, 2003
    • FOX

    6 have left and 6 remain, all singing for America's votes. Diane Warren guest judges.

  • S02E30 Six To The Five On A To The I

    • April 23, 2003
    • FOX

    Another contestant leaves making it just 5.

  • S02E31 And Then There Were Five (A Title That Can Be Used With Any Number)

    • April 29, 2003
    • FOX

    It's down to the Top 5 and each contestant has two chances to win America over. Neil Sedaka guest judges.

  • S02E32 Five Minus One Equals Four. (And Other Simple Math)

    • April 30, 2003
    • FOX

    The Top 5 gets cut to the Top 4 with shocking results. Who gets sent home? Find out live.

  • S02E33 The Final Four Is A Trademarked Term, So I Won't Use It As A Cliched Title.

    • May 6, 2003
    • FOX

    The Top 4 go two rounds each in hopes to win America's vote. Robin Gibb guest judges.

  • S02E34 Want To See A Magic Trick? Tonight Somebody Will Disappear!

    • May 7, 2003
    • FOX

    All four get to go home, but who won't be coming back to compete in the Top 3? Find out gets eliminated live.

  • S02E35 Trifecta!

    • May 13, 2003
    • FOX

    The final three battle it out to get America's vote for a trip to the Finale and a chance to become the next American Idol.

  • S02E36 Soon, There Will Be Two. Very Soon, In Fact.

    • May 14, 2003
    • FOX

    The Top 3 become the Top 2, but who is in the finale and who has sung for the last time? Find out live.

  • S02E37 Let's learn about Ruben and Clay!

    • May 19, 2003
    • FOX

    This episode contained interviews with the judges, and Clay & Ruben, plus audience questions. A look back at how it all started was included and at the very end. Then it's time for a coin flip. Ruben calls heads, it comes up tails and Clay elects to go second. Ruben chooses to go with the wind and defend the south end zone. Coming up next, the opening kickoff!

  • S02E38 Clay v. Ruben

    • May 20, 2003
    • FOX

    America has narrowed it down to two, and now Clay and Ruben each have three performances to prove they are worthy of the title American Idol!

  • S02E39 I Bet It'll Be Ruben! Or Clay!

    • May 21, 2003
    • FOX

    In the two hour season 2 finale there are many special performances and then the big announcement every is waiting for. The winner of American Idol Season 2 is........ RUBEN STUDDARD!!!!

Season 3

  • S03E01 First Show, First Recap

    • January 19, 2004
    • FOX

    In The Beginning of the Journey on AI3, we start out in New York city, where contestants start to compete...most fail, but 29 make it to the next round!

  • S03E02 The Journey Continues!

    • January 20, 2004
    • FOX

    The auditions continue as the judges move on to Atlanta. And just when they think it couldnt get any worse, well.....it does

  • S03E03 Night Three!

    • January 21, 2004
    • FOX

    Embarassment in Houston. Only 13 people out of the thousands that auditioned made it. Wow...

  • S03E04 Finally! A Show About California!

    • January 27, 2004
    • FOX

    Once again, hopefuls compete in Los Angeles and San Francisco to be the next American Idol. Not much else to say...the talent was not there.

  • S03E05 Mokolokilikilanilaki! It's Hawai'i!

    • January 28, 2004
    • FOX

    The contestants are now in Hawaii, battling it out for the trip to Hollywood. People from all over the country come to Hawaii to see if they've got it, but for most people, it turns out they don't.

  • S03E06 The Road is to Hollywood! (Is Paved with Broken Dreams. And Asphalt.)

    • February 2, 2004
    • FOX

    Today's show is about the lost contestants that auditioned, but we never got to see...some pretty bad ones, i'm glad that we didn't see them at first...Ouch!

  • S03E07 You're Going to Hollywood! (For a Little Bit, At Least.)

    • February 3, 2004
    • FOX

    Now it's time for those 117 finalists to show their stuff, but not literally. After some bad lyrics to made up songs, MANY MANY MANY forgotten lyrics, and goofiness, the finalists are trimmed down to 87, as the search for the American Idol 2004 begins!

  • S03E08 87 - People Not Good Enough = 32 Finalists!

    • February 4, 2004
    • FOX

    One again, the margin of finalists is getting smaller, now narrowed down from 87 to 32. After many forgotten words (again) by both the guys and girls groups, the top 32 doesn't look all that impressive...or does it?

  • S03E09 Sing!

    • February 10, 2004
    • FOX

    THESE 8 PEOPLE COMPETE FOR A 2 PERSON SPOT IN THE FINAL GROUP OF 12! Who will win it..? Performing: 1) Diana Degarmo - I've Got the Music In Me 2) Marque Lynch - The Wind Beneath My Wings 3) Ashley Thomas - Crazy 4) Katie Webber - Orange Colored Sky 5) Erskine Walcott - Open Arms 6) Jennifer Hudson - Imagine 7) Matthew Metzger - Walkin' In Memphis 8) Fantasia Barrino - Something to Talk About

  • S03E10 Two Will Be Happy. Six Will Be Sad. Lots Will Be Watching.

    • February 11, 2004
    • FOX

    The first two people to move on to the final group of 12 are... Diana DeGarmo! & Fantasia Barrino!

  • S03E11 Sing Again!

    • February 17, 2004
    • FOX

    Performing tonight: Jesus Roman (Back At One), Lisa Leuschner (Sweet Thing), Kara Master (I'm Outta Love), Briana Ramirez-Rial (Don' t Know Why), Matthew Rogers (What You Won't Do for Love), Noel Roman (This I Promise You), Marisa Joy (Some Kind of Wonderful), and Camile Velasco (One Last Cry).

  • S03E12 The Final Decision...But The Right One?

    • February 18, 2004
    • FOX

    The second two people to move on to the final group of 12 are... Camile Velasco & Matthew Rogers

  • S03E13 I'm Back, Baby!

    • February 24, 2004
    • FOX

    Performing tonight: Elizabeth Letendre (I Wanna Dance With Somebody), Eric Yoder (Still Of the Night), Amy Adams (Power of Love), Jon Peter Lewis (Tiny Dancer), Charly Lowry (Chain of Fools), Jonah Moananu, Leah Labelle (I Have Nothing), and Latoya London (All By Myself).

  • S03E14 You! Over here! With the rest of the finalists!

    • February 25, 2004
    • FOX

    The next two people to advance to the top 12 are.... LaTOYA LONDON and... AMY ADAMS

  • S03E15 Uncut, Uncensored and Untalented

    • March 1, 2004
    • FOX

    This special is dedicated to all of the contestants that didn't make it or were never seen. Included in this show is the now famous William Hung, who did "She Bangs," now somewhat of a 'celebrity.'

  • S03E16 Group Four! Then the Wild Card!

    • March 2, 2004
    • FOX

    Performing tonight: Susie Vulaca (Unbreak My Heart), Heather Piccinini (New Attitude), John Preator (That's What Love Is All About), Tiara Purifoy (I Wanna Dance With Somebody), John Stevens (She's Always A Woman), Jasmine Trias (Run To You), George Huff (Always & Forever), and Lisa Wilson (Come To My Window).

  • S03E17 Finally! Finalists!

    • March 3, 2004
    • FOX

    The next two spots in the Top 12 are filled.

  • S03E18 Wild Card Round (1)

    • March 9, 2004
    • FOX

    These people will be preforming: * Jennifer Hudson (Group 1) * Katie Webber (Group 1) * Marque Lynche (Group 1) * Matthew Metzger (Group 1) * Lisa Leuschner (Group 2) * Jon-Peter Lewis (Group 3) * Elizabeth Letendre (Group 3) * Leah Labelle (Group 3) * Eric Yoder (Group 3) * Susan Vulaca (Group 4) * George Huff (Group 4) * Tiara Purifoy (Group 4)

  • S03E19 Wild Card Round (2)

    • March 10, 2004
    • FOX

    4 of the 12 contestants will be chosen in this 1 hour episode. They got one more shot and they made the most of it. George, Jennifer, Jon and Leah brought their game to the Wild Card round and caught the eyes of the voters and the judges. But now they have to take their chops into the finals, where one bad night means they could be going home. Randy's choice: Jennifer Hudson Paula's choice: Leah Labelle Simon's choice: George Huff America's choice: Jon Peter Lewis

  • S03E20 12 Finalists Have Been Chosen

    • March 16, 2004
    • FOX

    Performing tonight: Amy Adams (You Make Me Feel Brand New), Camile Velasco (Son of A Preacherman), Diana DeGarmo (Think), Fantasia Barrino (Signed Sealed Delivered), George Huff (Dock of the Bay), Jasmine Trias (Inseperable), Jennifer Hudson (Baby I Love You), John Stevens (Lately), Jon Peter Lewis (Drift Away), LaToya London (Ain't Nobody), Leah Labelle (You Keep Me Hanging On), and Matt Rogers (Hard to Handle).

  • S03E21 Clay Aiken Returns

    • March 17, 2004
    • FOX

    Contestant finalists and contestants who will have to leave will be announced TONIGHT!! Who will win? La Toya? Fantasia? Jennifer, Jon Peter Lewis? NOBODY KNOWS!!

  • S03E22 1 Down 11 To Go

    • March 23, 2004
    • FOX

    The remaining 11 contestants battle it out to stay in the competition. Preforming tonight: Fantasia Barrino, Diana DeGarmo, Matthew Rogers, Camile Velasco, LaToya London, Amy Adams, John Stevens, Jasmine Trias, George Huff, Jennifer Hudson, and Jon Peter Lewis.

  • S03E23 Soon There Will Be 10

    • March 24, 2004
    • FOX

    One contestant's hopes & dreams come to an end as one more is voted off. K-Lo (Kimberley Locke) returns to preform newest song "8th World Wonder".

  • S03E24 10 Contestants Sing

    • March 30, 2004
    • FOX

    The 10 remaining contestants sing to stay in the competition Also this weeks theme is Motown. Preforming tonight: Fantasia Barrino, Diana DeGarmo, Camile Velasco, LaToya London, Amy Adams, John Stevens, Jasmine Trias, George Huff, Jennifer Hudson, and Jon Peter Lewis.

  • S03E25 10 - 1 = 9

    • March 31, 2004
    • FOX

    Another contestants hopes & dreams are crushed as he/she is voted off.

  • S03E26 Elton John Theme

    • April 6, 2004
    • FOX

    The field is narrowed down to 9 as the contestants battle it out hoping to stay in the competition. This weeks theme: Elton John. Preforming tonight: Fantasia Barrino, Diana DeGarmo, Camile Velasco, LaToya London, John Stevens, Jasmine Trias, George Huff, Jennifer Hudson, and Jon Peter Lewis.

  • S03E27 Tamyra Gray Returns

    • April 7, 2004
    • FOX

    One more contestants dreams of becoming the American Idol is crushed as he/she is voted off. Also Season 1's Tamyra Gray preforms her newest song "Raindrops Will Fall."

  • S03E28 8 Left To Compete

    • April 14, 2004
    • FOX

    The competition is down to 8 contestants. The theme is Movie Music Night. Preforming tonight: Fantasia Barrino, Diana DeGarmo, LaToya London, John Stevens, Jasmine Trias, George Huff, Jennifer Hudson, and Jon Peter Lewis.

  • S03E29 Down to 7 (Battle of the Jo(h)n's)

    • April 15, 2004
    • FOX

    The contest is narrowed down to 7 as another contestants hopes & dreams of becoming the next American Idol are crushed as he/she is voted off.

  • S03E30 7 Sing!!

    • April 20, 2004
    • FOX

    The 7 Idols compete to stay in the competition. This week's theme: music of Barry Manilow. Preforming tonight: Fantasia Barrino, Diana DeGarmo, LaToya London, John Stevens, Jasmine Trias, George Huff, and Jennifer Hudson.

  • S03E31 6 Remain - Barry Manilow Visits

    • April 21, 2004
    • FOX

    The contest is narrowed down to 6 as another contestants hopes & dreams of becoming the next American Idol are crushed as he/she is voted off.

  • S03E32 6 Perform

    • April 27, 2004
    • FOX

    The 6 remaining Idols sing to stay in the competition. This week's theme: Latin Music. Preforming tonight: Fantasia Barrino, Diana DeGarmo, LaToya London, John Stevens, Jasmine Trias, and George Huff.

  • S03E33 6-1=5 Is The Result

    • April 28, 2004
    • FOX

    Johns Stevens is the next contestant to leave American Idol.

  • S03E34 American Idol: The Final Five 2004

    • May 3, 2004
    • FOX

    We get intimate with the final 5 and hear them sing their favorite song from the season so far!

  • S03E35 5 Idols Sing

    • May 4, 2004
    • FOX

    The 5 Idols sing to stay in the competition. This weeks theme is BIG BAND NIGHT. Preforming tonight: Fantasia Barrino, Diana DeGarmo, LaToya London, Jasmine Trias, and George Huff.

  • S03E36 Only 4 Remain

    • May 5, 2004
    • FOX

    The competition is narrowed down to 4 as another contestants hopes & dreams of becomming the next American Idol are crushed as he/she is voted off the show.

  • S03E37 4 Idols Perform

    • May 11, 2004
    • FOX

    Last week America eliminated George Huff, the last male contestant. Now it's up to the 4 diva's, Barrino, Degarmo, London, & Trias. They will battle it out for your votes to keep them in the competition. This week's theme: Disco Night. Preforming tonight: Fantasia Barrino, Diana DeGarmo, LaToya London, and Jasmine Trias.

  • S03E38 Only 3 Idols Remain

    • May 12, 2004
    • FOX

    The competition is narrowed down to 3 as another contestants hopes & dreams of becomming the next American Idol are crushed as she is voted off the show.

  • S03E39 The Final 3 2004

    • May 17, 2004
    • FOX

    Ryan will sit down with the judges one on one to learn what they think about this season, and then Diana, Fantasia and Jasmine will sing one song each!

  • S03E40 3 Sing

    • May 18, 2004
    • FOX

    Last week America voted and saved Jasmine Trias from the brink of elimination, but it wasn't the same for Fantasia Barrino & Latoya London as they were in the bottom 2. Unfortunatly Latoya was voted off. Now tonight the three remaining diva's Barrino, DeGarmo, & Trias will sing their hearts out for your votes to keep them in the competition. This week's theme: One song that they chose, one song that the judges chose, and one song that music industry giant Clive Davis chooses for them. Performing tonight: Fantasia Barrino, Diana DeGarmo, and Jasmine Trias.

  • S03E41 Now Down To 2

    • May 19, 2004
    • FOX

    The competition is narrowed down to 2 as another contestants hopes & dreams of becomming the next American Idol are crushed as she is voted off the show.

  • S03E42 American Idol: The Phenomenon

    • May 23, 2004
    • FOX

    An overall look at the first three seasons of American Idol!

  • S03E43 Fantasia Barrino Vs. Diana DeGarmo

    • May 25, 2004
    • FOX

    Last week America voted and eliminated Jasmine Trias from the competition. Now High Point, NC's Fantasia Barrino & Snellville, GA's Diana DeGarmo will battle it out from the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood for your votes to make 1 of them the next American Idol.

  • S03E44 And The Winner Is.....

    • May 26, 2004
    • FOX

    Live, two-hour season finale, when either Fantasia or Diana takes the crown! The winner of American Idol season 3 is .... FANTASIA BARRINO!!!!

  • S03E45 Kelly, Ruben & Fantasia: Home for Christmas

    • November 24, 2004
    • FOX

    Past Idols sing songs from their new solo album releases as well as holiday classics. Tonight's theme: Holiday Classics. Performing tonight: Kelly Clarkson, Ruben Studdard, and Fantasia Barrino.

Season 4

  • S04E01 Washington D.C. Auditions

    • January 18, 2005
    • FOX

    Synopsis: Auditions for season 4 from Washington D.C.

  • S04E02 St. Louis, Missouri Auditions

    • January 19, 2005
    • FOX

    Audtions for season 4 from St. Louis, Missouri

  • S04E03 New Orleans, Louisiana Auditions

    • January 25, 2005
    • FOX

    Continuing with the auditions for season 4 from New Orleans, Louisiana

  • S04E04 Las Vegas, Nevada Auditions

    • January 26, 2005
    • FOX

    Continuing with the auditions for season 4 from Las Vegas, Nevada.

  • S04E05 Cleveland, Ohio & Orlando, Florida Auditions

    • February 1, 2005
    • FOX

    Continuing the auditions for season 4 from Cleveland, Ohio & Orlando, Florida.

  • S04E06 San Francisco, California Auditions

    • February 2, 2005
    • FOX

    Continuing with the auditions for season 4 from San Francisco, California

  • S04E07 American Idol takes the auditions to the next level...Hollywood! (1)

    • February 8, 2005
    • FOX

    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.

  • S04E08 Hollywood Auditions Continue (2)

    • February 9, 2005
    • FOX

    The 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.

  • S04E09 Auditions Continue in Hollywood (3)

    • February 15, 2005
    • FOX

    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?

  • S04E10 Auditions Continue in Hollywood (4)

    • February 16, 2005
    • FOX

    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. Find out tonight, who survives and who goes home?

  • S04E11 The Top 12 Boys Perform Live

    • February 21, 2005
    • FOX

    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? Performing tonight: Anthony Fedorov, Anwar Robinson, Constantine Maroulis, David Brown, Harold "Bo" Bice, Jared Yates, Joe Murena, Jr., Judd Harris, Mario Vazquez, Nikko Smith, Scott Savol, and Travis Tucker.

  • S04E12 The Top 12 Girls Perform Live

    • February 22, 2005
    • FOX

    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? Performing tonight: Amanda Avila, Aloha Mischeaux, Carrie Underwood, Celena Rae Batchelor, Janay Castine, Jessica Sierra, Lindsey Cardinale, Melinda Lira, Mikalah Gordon, Nadia Turner, Sarah Mather, and Vonzell Solomon.

  • S04E13 First Result Show Of The Season

    • February 23, 2005
    • FOX

    The Top 24 finalists performed for the first time this week and now America has decided who will stay and who will go. Tonight, four contestants - two males and two females - will go home, leaving 20 finalists vying for the American Idol crown. See who America chose to stay.

  • S04E14 Ten Males Perform Live

    • February 28, 2005
    • FOX

    Ten male singers compete in hopes of winning over America, and then the viewing audience will vote for their favorites. Performing tonight: Anthony Fedorov, Anwar Robinson, Constantine Maroulis, David Brown, Harold "Bo" Bice, Joe Murena, Jr., Mario Vazquez, Nikko Smith, Scott Savol, and Travis Tucker.

  • S04E15 Ten Females Perform Live

    • March 1, 2005
    • FOX

    The remaining 10 female 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. Performing tonight: Amanda Avila, Aloha Mischeaux, Carrie Underwood, Celena Rae Batchelor, Janay Castine, Jessica Sierra, Lindsey Cardinale, Mikalah Gordon, Nadia Turner, and Vonzell Solomon.

  • S04E16 Who Has America Chosen To Stay And Who Will Go Home?

    • March 2, 2005
    • FOX

    The Top 20 finalists have performed in hopes of winning America's votes. Now America has decided who will continue in the competition and who will not. Tonight, four contestants – two males and two females - will go home, leaving 16 finalists vying for the American Idol crown. The voting results are revealed.

  • S04E17 Eight Males Perform Live

    • March 7, 2005
    • FOX

    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? Performing tonight: Anthony Fedorov, Anwar Robinson, Constantine Maroulis, Harold "Bo" Bice, Mario Vazquez, Nikko Smith, Scott Savol, and Travis Tucker.

  • S04E18 Eight Females Perform Live

    • March 8, 2005
    • FOX

    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. Performing tonight: Amanda Avila, Carrie Underwood, Janay Castine, Jessica Sierra, Lindsey Cardinale, Mikalah Gordon, Nadia Turner, and Vonzell Solomon.

  • S04E19 Top 12 Revealed

    • March 9, 2005
    • FOX

    The remaining 16 finalists have performed in hopes of winning America's votes. Now the viewers have decided who will continue in the competition and who will not. Tonight, four contestants – two males and two females - will go home, leaving America's Top 12 finalists vying for the American Idol crown. The voting results are revealed.

  • S04E20 Top 12 Finalists Perform For The First Time!

    • March 15, 2005
    • FOX

    The Top 12 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. In this show, contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition. Tonights theme: 60's Night. Performing tonight: Anthony Fedorov, Anwar Robinson, Constantine Maroulis, Harold "Bo" Bice, Nikko Smith, Scott Savol, Carrie Underwood, Jessica Sierra, Lindsey Cardinale, Mikalah Gordon, Nadia Turner, and Vonzell Solomon.

  • S04E21 One Must Go Home Tonight!

    • March 16, 2005
    • FOX

    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.

  • S04E22 American Idol's Top 11 Perform

    • March 22, 2005
    • FOX

    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. Tonight's theme: Billboard top 100 hits Performing tonight: Anthony Fedorov, Anwar Robinson, Constantine Maroulis, Harold "Bo" Bice, Nikko Smith, Scott Savol, Carrie Underwood, Jessica Sierra, Mikalah Gordon, Nadia Turner, and Vonzell Solomon.

  • S04E23 Top 11 Finalists Re-Vote

    • March 23, 2005
    • FOX

    American Idol's Top 11 finalists return for a special live episode to allow for voting to take place again. (A graphics glitch in Tuesday's show may have caused confusion in the voting process.) The 11 contestants' performances will be repeated during this LIVE hour. Voting will take place for two hours following the end of the telecast in each time zone. Only these voting results, not Tuesday's, will determine who will survive another week in the competition and who will go home. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure on Wednesday, March 23 Tonight's theme: Billboard top 100 hits. Performing tonight: Anthony Fedorov, Anwar Robinson, Constantine Maroulis, Harold "Bo" Bice, Nikko Smith, Scott Savol, Carrie Underwood, Jessica Sierra, Mikalah Gordon, Nadia Turner, and Vonzell Solomon.

  • S04E24 It's Down To The Top 10

    • March 24, 2005
    • FOX

    Tuesday & last night, American Idol's Top 11 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.

  • S04E25 Top 10 Perform Live

    • March 29, 2005
    • FOX

    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. Tonights theme: Songs from the 90's. Performing tonight: Anthony Fedorov, Anwar Robinson, Constantine Maroulis, Harold "Bo" Bice, Nikko Smith, Scott Savol, Carrie Underwood, Jessica Sierra, Nadia Turner, and Vonzell Solomon.

  • S04E26 It's Down To The Top 9

    • March 30, 2005
    • FOX

    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.

  • S04E27 American Idol's Top 9 Perform

    • April 5, 2005
    • FOX

    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. Tonight's theme: Classic Musicals. Performing tonight: Anthony Fedorov, Anwar Robinson, Constantine Maroulis, Harold "Bo" Bice, Nikko Smith, Scott Savol, Carrie Underwood, Nadia Turner, and Vonzell Solomon.

  • S04E28 Find Out Who's Been Eliminated From The Top 9

    • April 6, 2005
    • FOX

    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.

  • S04E29 Top 8 Perform

    • April 12, 2005
    • FOX

    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. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure. Tonights theme: Songs from when the contestants were born. Performing tonight: Anthony Fedorov, Anwar Robinson, Constantine Maroulis, Harold "Bo" Bice, Scott Savol, Carrie Underwood, Nadia Turner, and Vonzell Solomon.

  • S04E30 Who Is Eliminated From The Top 8

    • April 13, 2005
    • FOX

    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 title

  • S04E31 Top 7 Perform

    • April 19, 2005
    • FOX

    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. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure. Tonight's theme: 70's Dance Classics. Performing tonight: Anthony Fedorov, Anwar Robinson, Constantine Maroulis, Harold "Bo" Bice, Scott Savol, Carrie Underwood, and Vonzell Solomon.

  • S04E32 Top 7 Results

    • April 20, 2005
    • FOX

    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

  • S04E33 Top 6 Perform

    • April 26, 2005
    • FOX

    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. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure. Tonight's theme: Songs from 2000-2005. Performing tonight: Anthony Fedorov, Constantine Maroulis, Harold "Bo" Bice, Scott Savol, Carrie Underwood, and Vonzell Solomon.

  • S04E34 Who Is Eliminated From The Top 6

    • April 27, 2005
    • FOX

    Last night, American Idol's Top 6 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight who will survive and who will be sent home. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be eliminated from the race for the title.

  • S04E35 Top 5 Perform

    • May 3, 2005
    • FOX

    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. Tonights themes: Leiber and Stoller songs & Billboard Top 40 charts songs. Performing tonight: Anthony Fedorov, Harold "Bo" Bice, Scott Savol, Carrie Underwood, and Vonzell Solomon.

  • S04E36 Find Out Who's Been Eliminated From The Top 5

    • May 4, 2005
    • FOX

    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.

  • S04E37 American Idol's Final 4 Perform!

    • May 10, 2005
    • FOX

    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. Tonights themes: Country Music & Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff songs. Performing tonight: Anthony Fedorov, Harold "Bo" Bice, Carrie Underwood, and Vonzell Solomon.

  • S04E38 Find Out Who's Been Eliminated From The Final 4

    • May 11, 2005
    • FOX

    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.

  • S04E39 American Idol's Final 3 Perform

    • May 17, 2005
    • FOX

    The Final 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 surviving another week in the competition. Tonights theme's: Clive Davis's Choice, Contestant's Choice, and Judge's Choice. Performing tonight: Harold "Bo" Bice, Carrie Underwood, and Vonzell Solomon.

  • S04E40 Tonight Is The Night When 3 Become 2

    • May 18, 2005
    • FOX

    Who did America choose for 2005's top two Idols?

  • SPECIAL 0x1 American Idol Presents The World's Worst Auditions

    • May 19, 2005
    • ABC (US)

    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.

  • S04E41 Bo Bice vs. Carrie Underwood

    • May 24, 2005
    • FOX

    The two perform tonight!

  • S04E42 And The Winner Is.......

    • May 25, 2005
    • FOX

    Find out tonight LIVE who will win. And The Winner is..........

Season 5

  • S05E01 Chicago, IL Auditions

    • January 17, 2006
    • FOX

    The best and worst of auditions starting in Chicago, IL.

  • S05E02 Denver, CO Auditions

    • January 18, 2006
    • FOX

    The best and worst of auditions from Denver, CO.

  • S05E03 Greensboro, NC Auditions

    • January 24, 2006
    • FOX

    The best and worst of auditions from Greensboro, NC.

  • S05E04 San Fransisco, CA Auditions

    • January 25, 2006
    • FOX

    The best and worst of auditions from San Francisco, CA

  • S05E05 Las Vegas, NV Auditions

    • January 31, 2006
    • FOX

    The best and worst of auditions from Las Vegas, NV.

  • S05E06 Austin, TX Auditions

    • February 1, 2006
    • FOX

    The best and worst of auditions from Austin, TX.

  • S05E07 Boston, MA Auditions

    • February 7, 2006
    • FOX

    The best and worst of auditions from Boston, MA

  • S05E08 Hollywood Round #1

    • February 8, 2006
    • FOX

    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.

  • S05E09 Hollywood Round #2

    • February 14, 2006
    • FOX

    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.

  • S05E10 Hollywood Round #3

    • February 15, 2006
    • FOX

  • S05E11 Performance Show Females #1 (Top 12)

    • February 21, 2006
    • FOX

    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? Performing tonight: Ayla Brown, Becky O'Donohue, Brenna Gethers, Heather Cox, Katharine McPhee, Kellie Pickler, Kinnik Sky, Lisa Tucker, Mandisa, Melissa McGhee, Paris Bennett, and Stevie Scott.

  • S05E12 Performance Show Males #1 (Top 12)

    • February 22, 2006
    • FOX

    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? Performing tonight: Ace Young, Bobby Bennett, Bucky Covington, Chris Daughtry, David Radford, Elliott Yamin, Gedeon McKinney, Jose "Sway" Penala, Kevin Covais, Patrick Hall, Taylor Hicks, and Will Makar.

  • S05E13 And Then There Were 20

    • February 23, 2006
    • FOX

    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?

  • S05E14 Performance Show Females #2 (Top 10)

    • February 28, 2006
    • FOX

    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? Performing tonight: Ayla Brown, Brenna Gethers, Heather Cox, Katharine McPhee, Kellie Pickler, Kinnik Sky, Lisa Tucker, Mandisa, Melissa McGhee, and Paris Bennett.

  • S05E15 Performance Show Males #2 (Top 10)

    • March 1, 2006
    • FOX

    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. Performing tonight: Ace Young, Bucky Covington, Chris Daughtry, David Radford, Elliott Yamin, Gedeon McKinney, Jose "Sway" Penala, Kevin Covais, Taylor Hicks, and Will Makar.

  • S05E16 And Then There Were 16

    • March 2, 2006
    • FOX

    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

  • S05E17 Performance Show Females #3 (Top 8)

    • March 7, 2006
    • FOX

    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? Performing tonight: Ayla Brown, Katharine McPhee, Kellie Pickler, Kinnik Sky, Lisa Tucker, Mandisa, Melissa McGhee, and Paris Bennett.

  • S05E18 Performance Show Males #3 (Top 8)

    • March 8, 2006
    • FOX

    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? Performing tonight: Ace Young, Bucky Covington, Chris Daughtry, Elliott Yamin, Gedeon McKinney, Kevin Covais, Taylor Hicks, and Will Makar.

  • S05E19 And Then There Were 12

    • March 9, 2006
    • FOX

    Top 12 Finalists to be Revealed in the most dramatic results show of the season, four more semifinalists – two boys and two girls – will go home, leaving the Top 12 Finalists to vie for the American Idol crown.

  • S05E20 Top 12 Perform Live

    • March 14, 2006
    • FOX

    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. Tonights theme: Stevie Wonder Hits. Performing tonight: Katharine McPhee, Kellie Pickler, Lisa Tucker, Mandisa, Melissa McGhee, Paris Bennett, Ace Young, Bucky Covington, Chris Daughtry, Elliott Yamin, Kevin Covais, and Taylor Hicks.

  • S05E21 And Then There Were 11

    • March 15, 2006
    • FOX

    Last night, American Idol’s Top 12 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Tonight, the finalist who received the lowest number of votes will be eliminated from the race for the American Idol title

  • S05E22 Top 11 Perform Live

    • March 21, 2006
    • FOX

    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. Tonights theme: Songs of the 50's. Performing tonight: Katharine McPhee, Kellie Pickler, Lisa Tucker, Mandisa, Paris Bennett, Ace Young, Bucky Covington, Chris Daughtry, Elliott Yamin, Kevin Covais, and Taylor Hicks.

  • S05E23 And Then There Were 10

    • March 22, 2006
    • FOX

    Last night, American Idol’s Top 11 sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Tonight, the finalist who received the lowest number of votes will be eliminated from the race for the American Idol title. The show started with an awesome perfomance by Barry Manilow. Following that, Ryan announced the bottom three,... and they are: Kevin, Lisa and Bucky.. After the break, we find Lisa to be safe while kevin and Bucky stand anxiously on stage...Eventually, we had to say goodbye to chicken little (kevin)... well atleast he can say that this show has really changed his life

  • S05E24 Top 10 Perform Live

    • March 28, 2006
    • FOX

    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. This week's theme: songs of the 21st century. Performing tonight: Lisa Tucker, Kellie Pickler, Ace Young, Taylor Hicks, Mandisa, Chris Daughtry, Katharine McPhee, Bucky Covington, Paris Bennett, and Elliott Yamin.

  • S05E25 And Then There Were 9

    • March 29, 2006
    • FOX

    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.

  • S05E26 Top 9 Perform Live

    • April 4, 2006
    • FOX

    Tonight the Top 9 finalists will perform live for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out tonight to the theme of country music in hopes of winning America’s vote and surviving another week in the competition. This week's theme: Country Music. Performing tonight: Katharine McPhee, Kellie Pickler, Mandisa, Paris Bennett, Ace Young, Bucky Covington, Chris Daughtry, Elliott Yamin, and Taylor Hicks.

  • S05E27 And Then There Were 8

    • April 5, 2006
    • FOX

    Last night, the Top 9 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. The contestants will be grouped in bunches of three. One of the groups will be the bottom 3. The other 2 groups will be safe. 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. Also Kenny Rogers will perform.

  • S05E28 Top 8 Perform Live

    • April 11, 2006
    • FOX

    The Top 8 finalists will perform live for the nation. The contestants will perform their hearts out to the theme of Queen in hopes of winning America’s vote and surviving another week. This week's theme: Queen. Performing tonight: Katharine McPhee, Kellie Pickler, Paris Bennett, Ace Young, Bucky Covington, Chris Daughtry, Elliott Yamin, and Taylor Hicks.

  • S05E29 And Then There Were 7

    • April 12, 2006
    • FOX

    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.

  • S05E30 Top 7 Perform Live

    • April 18, 2006
    • FOX

    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. Tonight's theme: Songs from The Great American Songbook. Performing tonight: Katharine McPhee, Kellie Pickler, Paris Bennett, Ace Young, Chris Daughtry, Elliott Yamin, and Taylor Hicks.

  • S05E31 And Then There Were 6

    • April 19, 2006
    • FOX

    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.

  • S05E32 Top 6 Perform Live

    • April 25, 2006
    • FOX

    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. This week's theme: Classic Love Songs. Performing tonight: Katharine McPhee, Kellie Pickler, Paris Bennett, Chris Daughtry, Elliott Yamin, and Taylor Hicks.

  • S05E33 And Then There Were 5

    • April 26, 2006
    • FOX

    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. There will also be a special performace by Andrea Bocelli.

  • S05E34 Top 5 Perform Live

    • May 2, 2006
    • FOX

    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. This week's theme: songs from the year they were born & any song from this week’s Top 10 Billboard Charts. Performing tonight: Katharine McPhee, Paris Bennett, Chris Daughtry, Elliott Yamin, and Taylor Hicks.

  • S05E35 And Then There Were 4

    • May 3, 2006
    • FOX

    Last night, the Top 5 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

  • S05E36 Top 4 Perform Live

    • May 9, 2006
    • FOX

    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. This week's theme: Elvis Presley songs. Performing tonight: Katharine McPhee, Chris Daughtry, Elliott Yamin, and Taylor Hicks.

  • S05E37 And Then There Were 3

    • May 10, 2006
    • FOX

    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

  • S05E38 Top 3 Perform Live

    • May 16, 2006
    • FOX

    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. Each contestant will sing 3 songs This week's theme: one song of the contestant's choice, one song chosen by the Judges and one song chosen by legendary music producer Clive Davis. Performing tonight: Katharine McPhee, Elliott Yamin, and Taylor Hicks.

  • S05E39 And Then There Were 2

    • May 17, 2006
    • FOX

    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

  • S05E40 Top 2 Perform Live

    • May 23, 2006
    • FOX

    On tonight’s exciting performance show, the last of the season, Taylor Hicks & Katharine McPhee will battle it out live at the famed Kodak Theatre in Hollywood. One will be the next American Idol and one will go home. This week's theme: Songs from previous episodes & Kat & Taylor's debut singles. Performing tonight: Taylor Hicks and Katharine McPhee.

  • S05E41 The Finale

    • May 24, 2006
    • FOX

    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. And the winner is....... Taylor Hicks

Season 6

  • S06E01 Minneapolis Auditions

    • January 16, 2007
    • FOX

    Auditions take place in Minneapolis, MN in this special 2 hour episode

  • S06E02 Seattle Auditions

    • January 17, 2007
    • FOX

    Auditions continue from Seattle, WA in this special 2 hour episode.

  • S06E03 Memphis Auditions

    • January 23, 2007
    • FOX

    Season 6 Auditions continue from Memphis, TN

  • S06E04 New York City Auditions

    • January 24, 2007
    • FOX

    Season 6 Auditions continue from New York City, NY.

  • S06E05 Birmingham Auditions

    • January 30, 2007
    • FOX

    Season 6 auditions continue from Birmingham, AL.

  • S06E06 Los Angeles Auditions

    • January 31, 2007
    • FOX

    Season 6 auditions continue from Los Angeles/Pasadena, CA

  • S06E07 San Antonio Auditions

    • February 6, 2007
    • FOX

    Season 6 auditions continue in San Antonio, TX

  • S06E08 Best Of The Rest Auditions

    • February 7, 2007
    • FOX

    Tonight, American Idol presents the Best of the Rest, never-before-seen auditions. This is the final audition show before the contestants go to Hollywood.

  • S06E09 Hollywood Round

    • February 13, 2007
    • FOX

    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?

  • S06E10 Top 24 Chosen

    • February 14, 2007
    • FOX

    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.

  • S06E11 Top 12 Guys Compete

    • February 20, 2007
    • FOX

    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? Performing tonight: A.J. Tabaldo, Blake Lewis, Brandon Rogers, Chris Richardson, Chris Sligh, Jared Cotter, Nicholas Pedro, Paul Kim, Phil Stacey, Rudy Cardenas, Sanjaya Malakar, and Jason "Sundance" Head.

  • S06E12 Top 12 Girls Compete

    • February 21, 2007
    • FOX

    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? Performing tonight: Alaina Alexander, Amy Krebs, Antonella Barba, Gina Glocksen, Haley Scarnato, Jordin Sparks, Lakisha Jones, Leslie Hunt, Melinda Doolittle, Nicole Tranquillo, Sabrina Sloan, and Stephanie Edwards.

  • S06E13 Top 24 Results

    • February 22, 2007
    • FOX

    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. Who will make it through the first round of cuts?

  • S06E14 Top 10 Guys Compete

    • February 27, 2007
    • FOX

    Having survived last week’s competition, the Top 10 boys perform again for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites. Who will keep singing, and who will go home? Performing tonight: A.J. Tabaldo, Blake Lewis, Brandon Rogers, Chris Richardson, Chris Sligh, Jared Cotter, Nicholas Pedro, Phil Stacey, Sanjaya Malakar, and Jason "Sundance" Head.

  • S06E15 Top 10 Girls Compete

    • February 28, 2007
    • FOX

    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? America will decide. Performing tonight: Alaina Alexander, Antonella Barba, Gina Glocksen, Haley Scarnato, Jordin Sparks, Lakisha Jones, Leslie Hunt, Melinda Doolittle, Sabrina Sloan, and Stephanie Edwards.

  • S06E16 Top 20 Results

    • March 1, 2007
    • FOX

    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. Kellie Pickler will also perform her new single "I Wonder".

  • S06E17 Top 8 Guys Compete

    • March 6, 2007
    • FOX

    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? Performing tonight: Blake Lewis, Brandon Rogers, Chris Richardson, Chris Sligh, Jared Cotter, Phil Stacey, Sanjaya Malakar, and Jason "Sundance" Head.

  • S06E18 Top 8 Girls Compete

    • March 7, 2007
    • FOX

    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? Performing tonight: Antonella Barba, Gina Glocksen, Haley Scarnato, Jordin Sparks, Lakisha Jones, Melinda Doolittle, Sabrina Sloan, and Stephanie Edwards.

  • S06E19 Top 16 Results

    • March 8, 2007
    • FOX

    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. The viewers’ choices for the Top 12 will be revealed tonight live. Also, Carrie Underwood performs her newest hit single - "Wasted"

  • S06E20 Top 12 Finalists Perform

    • March 13, 2007
    • FOX

    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. Tonight's theme: Diana Ross songs. Performing tonight: Blake Lewis, Brandon Rogers, Chris Richardson, Chris Sligh, Phil Stacey, Sanjaya Malakar, Gina Glocksen, Haley Scarnato, Jordin Sparks, Lakisha Jones, Melinda Doolittle, and Stephanie Edwards.

  • S06E21 Top 12 Results

    • March 14, 2007
    • FOX

    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.

  • S06E22 Top 11 Finalists Perform

    • March 20, 2007
    • FOX

    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. This week's theme: Hit songs from the 1960s British pop invasion. Performing tonight: Blake Lewis, Chris Richardson, Chris Sligh, Phil Stacey, Sanjaya Malakar, Gina Glocksen, Haley Scarnato, Jordin Sparks, Lakisha Jones, Melinda Doolittle, Stephanie Edwards.

  • S06E23 Top 11 Results

    • March 21, 2007
    • FOX

    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. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be sent home.

  • S06E24 Top 10 Finalists Perform

    • March 27, 2007
    • FOX

    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. See who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure. Tonight's theme: Pop songs. Performing tonight: Blake Lewis, Chris Richardson, Chris Sligh, Phil Stacey, Sanjaya Malakar, Gina Glocksen, Haley Scarnato, Jordin Sparks, Lakisha Jones, Melinda Doolittle.

  • S06E25 Top 10 Results

    • March 28, 2007
    • FOX

    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. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition.Also Gwen Stefani, & Akon perform.

  • S06E26 Top 9 Finalists Perform

    • April 3, 2007
    • FOX

    After being coached by legendary vocalist Tony Bennett, the Top 9 finalists will perform songs considered to be American classics. See who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure.

  • S06E27 Top 9 Results

    • April 4, 2007
    • FOX

    Last night, after coaching by legendary singer Tony Bennett, the Top 9 finalists sang American classic songs 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.

  • S06E28 Top 8 Finalists Perform

    • April 10, 2007
    • FOX

    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. This week's theme: Latin Music.

  • S06E29 Top 8 Results

    • April 11, 2007
    • FOX

    Last night, the Top 8 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 special live performance from multi-talented star Jennifer Lopez.

  • S06E30 Top 7 Finalists Perform

    • April 17, 2007
    • FOX

    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. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure. Tonight's theme: Country music.

  • S06E31 Top 7 Results

    • April 18, 2007
    • FOX

    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.

  • S06E32 Idol Gives Back Part 1

    • April 24, 2007
    • FOX

    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. And your vote counts more than ever before, on this special night, you can help change the lives of the truly needy as the American Idol sponsors, Coca-Cola and AT&T/Cingular, along with additional partners, will donate money for every vote you cast. Tonight's theme: Life Anthems.

  • S06E33 Idol Gives Back Part 2

    • April 25, 2007
    • FOX

    Last night, American Idol and the Charity Projects Entertainment Fund made history when the Top 6 finalists sang their hearts out and viewers helped change the lives of the less fortunate here in America and in Africa when each of their millions of votes netted a charitable donation. Find out tonight live, during this star-studded evening, who will sing again next week and who will go home. World-renowned artists and celebrities scheduled to appear include Kelly Clarkson, Hugh Grant, Keira Knightley, Forest Whitaker, Gwen Stefani, Josh Groban, Michael Bublé, Annie Lennox and Sacha Baron Cohen (Borat), among many others. In addition, America will have an opportunity to make their own donations.

  • S06E34 Top 6 Finalists Perform

    • May 1, 2007
    • FOX

    Tonight, Bon Jovi mentors the contestants before they sing songs by the legendary rock band in hopes of winning America’s vote and surviving another week in the competition. Tonight's theme: Bon Jovi songs.

  • S06E35 Top 6 Results

    • May 2, 2007
    • FOX

    Last night, the Top 6 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight who will be in the Final 4 and which 2 will go home, and enjoy a special live performance by Bon Jovi.

  • S06E36 Top 4 Finalists Perform

    • May 8, 2007
    • FOX

    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. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure. Tonight's theme: Bee Gees songs.

  • S06E37 Top 4 Results

    • May 9, 2007
    • FOX

    Last night, the Top 4 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.

  • S06E38 Top 3 Finalists Perform

    • May 15, 2007
    • FOX

    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. Tonight's theme's: Judge's Choice; Contestant's Choice; & Clive Davis's Choice.

  • S06E39 Top 3 Results

    • May 16, 2007
    • FOX

    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.

  • S06E40 Top 2 Finalists Perform

    • May 22, 2007
    • FOX

    On tonight’s exciting performance show, the last of the season, the final two contestants, Blake Lewis, & Jordin Sparks will battle it out live at the famed Kodak Theatre in Hollywood. Your votes decide which one will be the next American Idol and which one will be the Runner-Up. Tonight's themes: One song they have performed previously; a new song of their own choosing; and the winning song from this season's songwriting competition.

  • S06E41 Winner Is Crowned

    • May 23, 2007
    • FOX

    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. And the winner of American Idol Season 6 is...Jordin Sparks!

Season 7

  • S07E01 Philadelphia Auditions

    • January 15, 2008
    • FOX

    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 from Philadelphia, PA.

  • S07E02 Dallas Auditions

    • January 16, 2008
    • FOX

    The seventh season continues as more contestants audition from Dallas, TX.

  • S07E03 San Diego Auditions

    • January 22, 2008
    • FOX

    American Idol hopefuls continue to dream big and hope to win over the judges for their chance at stardom from San Diego, CA.

  • S07E04 Charleston Auditions

    • January 23, 2008
    • FOX

    American Idol continues their quest to find the next singing superstar. Watch as thousands of hopefuls from Charleston, SC go before the judges in hopes of making it to Hollywood.

  • S07E05 Omaha Auditions

    • January 29, 2008
    • FOX

    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 from Omaha, NE.

  • S07E06 Miami Auditions

    • January 30, 2008
    • FOX

    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 from Miami, FL.

  • S07E07 Atlanta Auditions

    • February 5, 2008
    • FOX

    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 from Atlanta, GA.

  • S07E08 Best Of The Rest Auditions

    • February 12, 2008
    • FOX

    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 from the Best Of The Rest from Philadelphia, Dallas, San Diego, Charleston, Omaha, Miami, & Atlanta.

  • S07E09 Hollywood Round

    • February 13, 2008
    • FOX

    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?

  • S07E10 Top 24 Chosen

    • February 16, 2008
    • FOX

    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 tonight.

  • S07E11 Top 12 Guys Perform

    • February 19, 2008
    • FOX

    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? Performing tonight: David Archuleta, Colton Berry, Jason Castro, Robbie Carrico, David Cook, Chikezie Eze, Garrett Haley, David Hernandez, Michael Johns, Luke Menard, Danny Noriega, and Jason Yeager.

  • S07E12 Top 12 Girls Perform

    • February 20, 2008
    • FOX

    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? Performing tonight: Joanne Borgella, Kristy Lee Cook, Amy Davis, Asia'h Epperson, Alexandrea Lushington, Kady Malloy, Ramiele Malubay, Syesha Mercado, Amanda Overmyer, Carly Smithson, Alaina Whitaker, and Brooke White.

  • S07E13 Top 24 Results

    • February 21, 2008
    • FOX

    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. Who will make it through the first round of cuts?

  • S07E14 Top 10 Guys Perform

    • February 26, 2008
    • FOX

    Having survived last week's competition, the Top 10 boys perform again for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites. Who will keep singing, and who will go home? Performing tonight: David Archuleta, Jason Castro, Robbie Carrico, David Cook, Chikezie Eze, David Hernandez, Michael Johns, Luke Menard, Danny Noriega, and Jason Yeager.

  • S07E15 Top 10 Girls Perform

    • February 27, 2008
    • FOX

    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? Performing tonight: Kristy Lee Cook, Asia'h Epperson, Alexandrea Lushington, Kady Malloy, Ramiele Malubay, Syesha Mercado, Amanda Overmyer, Carly Smithson, Alaina Whitaker, and Brooke White.

  • S07E16 Top 20 Results

    • February 28, 2008
    • FOX

    The remaining 20 semifinalists performed for America this week, and the viewers voted for their favorites. Tonight, 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.

  • S07E17 Top 8 Guys Perform

    • March 4, 2008
    • FOX

    Having survived last week's competition, the Top 8 boys perform again for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites. Who will keep singing, and who will go home? Performing tonight: David Archuleta, Jason Castro, David Cook, Chikezie Eze, David Hernandez, Michael Johns, Luke Menard, and Danny Noriega.

  • S07E18 Top 8 Girls Perform

    • March 5, 2008
    • FOX

    Having survived last week's competition, the Top 8 girls perform again for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites. Who will keep singing, and who will go home? Performing tonight: Kristy Lee Cook, Asia'h Epperson, Kady Malloy, Ramiele Malubay, Syesha Mercado, Amanda Overmyer, Carly Smithson, and Brooke White.

  • S07E19 Top 16 Results

    • March 6, 2008
    • FOX

    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. The viewers' choices for the Top 12 will be revealed tonight. Also, Blake Lewis will be performing his hit single "How Many Words" tonight.

  • S07E20 Top 12 Finalists

    • March 11, 2008
    • FOX

    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. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure. Tonight's theme: Lennon / McCartney songs. Performing tonight: David Archuleta, Jason Castro, David Cook, Kristy Lee Cook, Chikezie Eze, David Hernandez, Michael Johns, Ramiele Malubay, Syesha Mercado, Amanda Overmyer, Carly Smithson, and Brooke White.

  • S07E21 Top 12 Results

    • March 12, 2008
    • FOX

    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. Also Katharine McPhee performs live.

  • S07E22 Top 11 Finalists

    • March 18, 2008
    • FOX

    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. Tonight's theme: (Thanks to viewer requests) Lennon / McCartney songs. Performing tonight: David Archuleta, Jason Castro, David Cook, Kristy Lee Cook, Chikezie Eze, Michael Johns, Ramiele Malubay, Syesha Mercado, Amanda Overmyer, Carly Smithson, and Brooke White.

  • S07E23 Top 11 Results

    • March 19, 2008
    • FOX

    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. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be sent home. Also there will be a special performance from Kellie Pickler.

  • S07E24 Top 10 Finalists

    • March 25, 2008
    • FOX

    Tonight the remaining 10 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. Tonight's theme: Songs from when the finalists were born. Performing tonight: David Archuleta, Jason Castro, David Cook, Kristy Lee Cook, Chikezie Eze, Michael Johns, Ramiele Malubay, Syesha Mercado, Carly Smithson, and Brooke White.

  • S07E25 Top 10 Results

    • March 26, 2008
    • FOX

    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. The contestant receiving the fewest votes will be eliminated from the competition. Also Kimberley Locke performs.

  • S07E26 Top 9 Finalists

    • April 1, 2008
    • FOX

    Tonight the remaining 9 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. Tonight's theme: Dolly Parton songs. Performing tonight: David Archuleta, Jason Castro, David Cook, Kristy Lee Cook, Michael Johns, Ramiele Malubay, Syesha Mercado, Carly Smithson, and Brooke White.

  • S07E27 Top 9 Results

    • April 2, 2008
    • FOX

    Last night, the Top 9 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 as American Idol celebrates its 250th Episode Milestone. Also Dolly Parton performs.

  • S07E28 Top 8 Finalists

    • April 8, 2008
    • FOX

    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. See who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure. Tonight's theme: Inspirational Songs. Performing tonight: David Archuleta, Jason Castro, David Cook, Kristy Lee Cook, Michael Johns, Syesha Mercado, Carly Smithson, and Brooke White.

  • S07E29 Idol Gives Back

    • April 9, 2008
    • FOX

    Idol Gives Back is a music celebration raising awareness and benefiting various U.S. and international charities. This year's event will be bigger and more ambitious than ever, and will feature incredible international artists and sports stars including Bono, Brad Pitt, Reese Witherspoon, Miley Cyrus, Mariah Carey, Eli Manning, Peyton Manning, Fergie, Chris Daughtry, Carrie Underwood, Annie Lennox, John Legend, Snoop Dogg, Fantasia Barrino, Elliott Yamin, Robin Williams, Celine Dion, Forest Whitaker, Billy Crystal, Dane Cook, Kiefer Sutherland, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale, Band From TV (Hugh Laurie), Jennifer Connolly, and Amy Adams, John Cena, Triple H, Chris Jericho. Last season, the special garnered a prestigious Governor's Award Emmy for raising an incredible $76 million

  • S07E30 1 of 8 Voted Off

    • April 10, 2008
    • FOX

    Last night, the star-studded Idol Gives Back music celebration special helped raise awareness and funds for various U.S. and international charities. Now the wait is over for the Top 8 finalists as they find out tonight who will sing again next week and who will go home. Also Chris Brown & Jordin Sparks will perform.

  • S07E31 Top 7 Finalists

    • April 15, 2008
    • FOX

    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. Tonight's theme: Mariah Carey songs. Performing tonight: David Archuleta, Jason Castro, David Cook, Kristy Lee Cook, Syesha Mercado, Carly Smithson, and Brooke White.

  • S07E32 1 of 7 Voted Off

    • April 16, 2008
    • FOX

    Last night, American Idol's Top 7 sung their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight live who will survive and who will be sent home. Also, Mariah Carey performs.

  • S07E33 Top 6 Finalists

    • April 22, 2008
    • FOX

    The Top 6 finalists will perform after receiving some pointers from musical theater legend Andrew Lloyd Webber. The contestants will perform their hearts out live 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 Performing tonight: David Archuleta, Jason Castro, David Cook, Syesha Mercado, Carly Smithson, and Brooke White.

  • S07E34 Top 5 Finalists

    • April 29, 2008
    • FOX

    The Top 5 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. Tonight's theme: Neil Diamond songs. Performing tonight: David Archuleta, Jason Castro, David Cook, Syesha Mercado, and Brooke White.

  • S07E35 1 of 6 Voted Off

    • April 23, 2008
    • FOX

    Last night, American Idol's Top 6 sung their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight live who will survive and who will be sent home. Also Leona Lewis performs live.

  • S07E36 1 of 5 Voted Off

    • April 30, 2008
    • FOX

    Last night, American Idol's Top 5 sung their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight live who will survive and who will be sent home. Find out tonight who will sing again next week and who will go home. Also Neil Diamond performs Amazing Grace, & Natasha Bedingfield performs Pocketful of Sunshine.

  • S07E37 Top 4 Finalists

    • May 6, 2008
    • FOX

    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. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure. Tonight's theme: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Performing tonight: David Archuleta, Jason Castro, David Cook, and Syesha Mercado.

  • S07E38 1 of 4 Voted Off

    • May 7, 2008
    • FOX

    Last night, the Top 4 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. Also Maroon 5 & Bo Bice perform.

  • S07E39 Top 3 Finalists

    • May 13, 2008
    • FOX

    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. Tonight's theme: Contestant's Choice, Judge's Choice, & Producer's Choice. Performing tonight: David Archuleta, David Cook, and Syesha Mercado.

  • S07E40 1 of 3 Voted Off

    • May 14, 2008
    • FOX

    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.

  • S07E41 Top 2 Finalists Perform

    • May 20, 2008
    • FOX

    On tonight's exciting performance show, the last of the season, the final two contestants will battle it out live at the NOKIA Theatre LA LIVE in Downtown Los Angeles. One will be the next American Idol and one will go home. Tonight's theme: Clive Davis's choice, Songwriter's Competition choice, & Contestant's choice of any song from the season. Performing tonight: David Archuleta and David Cook.

  • S07E42 Winner Announced

    • May 21, 2008
    • FOX

    The most anticipated night of the television season is here! The competition is down to two finalists but there can be only one American Idol. Find out tonight who America has chosen. The Top 12 reunite on stage at the NOKIA Theater in LA LIVE one last time before the newest American Idol is crowned.

Season 8

  • S08E01 Phoenix Auditions

    • January 13, 2009
    • FOX

    Season 8 begins as Simon, Paula and Randy are back to hear the auditions for this year's show.

  • S08E02 Kansas City Auditions

    • January 14, 2009
    • FOX

    The auditions continue from Kansas City.

  • S08E03 San Francisco Auditions

    • January 20, 2009
    • FOX

    Domarna förflyttar sig till San Francisco förr att höra nästa grupp provsjunga.

  • S08E04 Louisville Auditions

    • January 21, 2009
    • FOX

    More than 10,000 hardy performers braved extremely hot and muggy weather and turned out for auditions for Season 8 of American Idol in Louisville.

  • S08E05 Jacksonville Auditions

    • January 27, 2009
    • FOX

    12,000 hardy auditioners turned out in torrential rain in Jacksonville, Florida to sing for the chance to be on season 8 of American Idol.

  • S08E06 Salt Lake City Auditions

    • January 28, 2009
    • FOX

    Thousands of hopeful auditioners streamed into Salt Lake City for their chance to show us that they have the talent to be the next American Idol.

  • S08E07 New York City And San Juan, PR Auditions

    • January 29, 2009
    • FOX

    The final auditions take place as the judges head to New York City and then San Juan, PR. in search for the next American Idol.

  • S08E08 Hollywood Round 1

    • February 3, 2009
    • FOX

    With the auditions out of the way, now is the time to separate the good from the bad and to find the real talent that holds in the rooms. With the individuals hoping to make a name for themselves, who is going to outshine the rest and make it through to the next round?

  • S08E09 Hollywood Round 2

    • February 4, 2009
    • FOX

    It is Group Week and no one is safe for this round of tough auditions. With many already to go, a twist forces them to separate and form new groups and make new friends. Which group is going to make it through to the next round and which are going home? The judges decide.

  • S08E10 Hollywood Round 3

    • February 10, 2009
    • FOX

    Now it is the individuals to show what they have and to shine out the rest of the competition and to show the judges that they did not make the wrong choice from choosing from the Group Week. This week they are solo with the help of the band or their own instrument.

  • S08E11 Hollywood Round 4

    • February 11, 2009
    • FOX

    The contestants from all over the country have performed tirelessly in front of the judges and faced stiff competition while in Hollywood. Now it's time they reveal the Top 36 who will move on and have a chance at becoming this year's American Idol.

  • S08E12 Top 36 Finalists Group 1 Perform

    • February 17, 2009
    • FOX
  • S08E13 Top 36 Finalists Group 1 Results

    • February 18, 2009
    • FOX
  • S08E14 Top 36 Finalists Group 2 Perform

    • February 25, 2009
    • FOX
  • S08E15 Top 36 Finalists Group 2 Results

    • February 26, 2009
    • FOX
  • S08E16 Top 36 Finalists Group 3 Perform

    • March 3, 2009
    • FOX
  • S08E17 Top 36 Finalists Group 3 Results

    • March 4, 2009
    • FOX
  • S08E18 Wild Card Results

    • March 5, 2009
    • FOX
  • S08E19 Top 13 Finalists Perform

    • March 10, 2009
    • FOX

    Season eight sees it's first performances from the 13 chosen contestants.

  • S08E20 2 of 13 Voted Off

    • March 11, 2009
    • FOX

    Two of the 13 finalists are voted off the show.

  • S08E21 Top 11 Finalists Perform

    • March 17, 2009
    • FOX

    Top 11 Finalists Perform Live

  • S08E22 1 of 11 Voted Off

    • March 18, 2009
    • FOX

    The top 10 is set. Performances by Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood and Randy Travis.

  • S08E23 Top 10 Finalists Perform

    • March 25, 2009
    • FOX

    The top 10 compete in Motown week with Smokey Robinson.

  • S08E24 1 of 10 Voted Off

    • March 26, 2009
    • FOX

    Ruebin Studdard, Smokey Robinson, Joss Stone and Stevie Wonder perform.

  • S08E25 Top 9 Finalists Perform

    • March 31, 2009
    • FOX
  • S08E26 1 of 9 Voted Off

    • April 1, 2009
    • FOX
  • S08E27 Top 8 Finalists Perform

    • April 7, 2009
    • FOX

    This week's performance showcases feature songs from the year each performer was born for the eight remaining singers.

  • S08E28 1 of 8 Voted Off

    • April 8, 2009
    • FOX
  • S08E29 Top 7 Finalists Perform

    • April 14, 2009
    • FOX

    The remaining contestants perform songs

  • S08E30 1 of 7 Voted Off

    • April 15, 2009
    • FOX
  • S08E31 Top 7 Finalists Perform Again

    • April 21, 2009
    • FOX
  • S08E32 2 of 7 Voted Off

    • April 22, 2009
    • FOX

    This episode will end with 2 contestants being eliminated. Performances from disco week include Harry Casey, Thelma Houston and Freda Payne singing a medley of the genres gems. Also, season 7 runner up David Archuleta stops by to sing a song.

  • S08E33 Top 5 Finalists Perform

    • April 28, 2009
    • FOX

    This week's performances will come from the songbook of the Rat Pack, the 1960's cool crooners who also went by the names of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis, Jr.

  • S08E34 Top 5 Results

    • April 29, 2009
    • FOX

    A contestant is eliminated

  • S08E35 Top 4 Finalists Perform

    • May 5, 2009
    • FOX

    Top 4 Finalists perform for Rock Week.

  • S08E36 1 of 4 Voted Off

    • May 6, 2009
    • FOX

    1 of 4 voted off. Slash plays lead guitar duiring Idol group number. Daughtry performs and accepts Platinum Record. No Doubt also performs.

  • S08E37 Top 3 Finalists Perform

    • May 12, 2009
    • FOX

    3 Finalists Compete

  • S08E38 1 of 3 Voted Off

    • May 13, 2009
    • FOX

    One of Three Voted Off

  • S08E39 Top 2 Finalists Perform

    • May 19, 2009
    • FOX

    The Top 2 Finalist perform. Both Adam Lambert and Kris Allen sing three songs: one song they sang before on the competition, one song chosen by 'Idol' creator Simon Fuller and the song that will be their first Single, co-written by judge Kara DioGuardi

  • S08E40 Winner Revealed

    • May 20, 2009
    • FOX

    The top-13 finalists reunite on stage; the winner is announced.

Season 9

  • S09E01 Boston Auditions

    • January 12, 2010
    • FOX

    The audition process begins in Boston, as hopefuls line up for the chance to perform for the judges. Victoria Beckham is this weeks guest judge.

  • S09E02 Atlanta Auditions

    • January 13, 2010
    • FOX

    The auditions continue, this time the turn of Atlanta with guest judge Mary J. Blige.

  • S09E03 Chicago Auditions

    • January 19, 2010
    • FOX

    The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the "Windy City." Don't miss the auditions everyone will be talking about the next day.

  • S09E04 Orlando Auditions

    • January 20, 2010
    • FOX

    The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the Sunshine State. Don't miss the auditions everyone will be talking about the next day.

  • S09E05 Los Angeles Auditions

    • January 26, 2010
    • FOX

    The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the Golden State with guest judges Avril Lavigne and Katy Perry. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day.

  • S09E06 Dallas Auditions

    • January 27, 2010
    • FOX

    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. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day

  • S09E07 Denver Auditions

    • February 2, 2010
    • FOX

    The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the "Mile High City" with returning guest judge Victoria Beckham. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day.

  • S09E08 The Road To Hollywood

    • February 3, 2010
    • FOX

    It is the last of the Season Nine auditions. Join Simon, Kara and Randy as they continue their quest to find the next singing superstar. Don't miss the auditions everyone will be talking about the next day

  • S09E09 Hollywood Round 1

    • February 9, 2010
    • FOX

    American Idol's newest judge, Ellen DeGeneres, joins Simon Cowell, Kara DioGuardi and Randy Jackson in Hollywood to begin winnowing down the contestants. The golden ticket contenders chosen from around the nation will endure a grueling rehearsal schedule and pressure-packed auditions as they vie for a coveted spot among the Top 24. Find out who will survive and who will go home during round 1.

  • S09E10 Hollywood Round 2

    • February 10, 2010
    • FOX

    The pressure mounts as the Hollywood Round contestants must perform once again for Simon, Ellen, Kara and Randy in hopes of securing a spot in the Top 24. See who makes it through to another day when round 2 continues.

  • S09E11 Hollywood Round 3

    • February 16, 2010
    • FOX

    The pressure mounts as Simon, Ellen, Kara and Randy narrow down the contestants even further in their search for the Top 24. See who makes it through to another day when the all-new two-hour Hollywood Round 3 begins.

  • S09E12 Hollywood Round 4 - Top 24 Semifinalists Announced

    • February 17, 2010
    • FOX

    The judges make their final cuts tonight, and this season's semifinalists - 12 boys and 12 girls - are revealed tonight.

  • S09E13 Top 12 Girls Perform

    • February 23, 2010
    • FOX

    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.

  • S09E14 Top 12 Guys Perform

    • February 24, 2010
    • FOX

    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.

  • S09E15 Top 24 Results

    • February 25, 2010
    • FOX

    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.

  • S09E16 Top 10 Guys Perform

    • March 2, 2010
    • FOX

    The Top 10 male semifinalists perform live for America's vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles.

  • S09E17 Top 10 Girls Perform

    • March 3, 2010
    • FOX

    The Top 10 female semifinalists perform live for America's vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles.

  • S09E18 Top 20 Results

    • March 4, 2010
    • FOX

    Four more semifinalists - two girls and two boys - will be eliminated from the competition and sent home tonight after America's vote is revealed. Tune in to see if your favorites make the cut.

  • S09E19 Top 8 Girls Perform

    • March 9, 2010
    • FOX

    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. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles.

  • S09E20 Top 8 Guys Perform

    • March 10, 2010
    • FOX

    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. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles.

  • S09E21 Top 16 Results

    • March 11, 2010
    • FOX

    It's the moment you've been waiting for! This season's Top 12 are announced tonight as four more semifinalists are eliminated from the competition and sent home after America's vote is revealed. Tune in to see if your favorites earn one of the coveted spots in the Top 12

  • S09E22 Top 12 Finalists Perform

    • March 16, 2010
    • FOX

    The Top 12 finalists take the stage to perform live for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles. This week's theme: Rolling Stones.

  • S09E23 1 of 12 Voted Off

    • March 17, 2010
    • FOX

    The Top 12 finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home during the results show live. Tune in to see if your favorites make it.

  • S09E24 Top 11 Finalists Perform

    • March 23, 2010
    • FOX

    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. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles. Tonight's theme: Billboard #1 Hits. Tonight's guest mentor: Miley Cyrus.

  • S09E25 1 of 11 Voted Off

    • March 24, 2010
    • FOX

    The Top 11 finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home during the results show live tonight.

  • S09E26 Top 10 Finalists Perform

    • March 30, 2010
    • FOX

    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. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles live. Tonight's mentor: Usher. Tonight's theme: R&B songs.

  • S09E27 1 of 10 Voted Off

    • March 31, 2010
    • FOX

    The Top 10 finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home during the live results

  • S09E28 Top 9 Finalists Perform

    • April 6, 2010
    • FOX

    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. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles live. Tonight's theme: Lennon/McCartney Songbook.

  • S09E29 1 of 9 Voted Off

    • April 7, 2010
    • FOX

    The nine remaining finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home during the results show live.

  • S09E30 Top 9 Finalists Perform Again

    • April 13, 2010
    • FOX

    The nine remaining finalists - again - take the stage to perform live for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles live.

  • S09E31 2 of 9 Voted Off

    • April 14, 2010
    • FOX

    The nine remaining finalists find out who is safe and which two will be sent home live.

  • S09E32 Top 7 Finalists Perform

    • April 20, 2010
    • FOX

    The seven remaining contestants perform inspirational songs. Alicia Keys is the mentor.

  • S09E33 1 of 7 Voted Off

    • April 21, 2010
    • FOX

    American Idol once again hosts Idol Gives Back, a music celebration raising awareness and benefiting various U.S. and international charities that will feature performances and appearances by some of Hollywood's biggest stars! Additionally, the seven remaining finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home live on this special night.

  • S09E34 Top 6 Finalists Perform

    • April 27, 2010
    • FOX

    The Top 6 Finalists perform as they continue on their journey to try and become the next American Idol! Be sure to watch and see who impresses Simon, Kara, Randy and Ellen when American Idol airs live. This week's theme: Shania Twain Songs. This week's mentor: Shania Twain.

  • S09E35 1 of 6 Voted Off

    • April 28, 2010
    • FOX

    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. Tonight find out who makes the Top 5, and who will be sent home live.

  • S09E36 Top 5 Finalists Perform

    • May 4, 2010
    • FOX

    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. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles. Tonight's theme: Frank Sinatra Songs. Tonight's mentor: Harry Connick Jr.

  • S09E37 1 of 5 Voted Off

    • May 5, 2010
    • FOX

    The five remaining finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home live leaving 4 contestants to remain.

  • S09E38 Top 4 Finalists Perform

    • May 11, 2010
    • FOX

    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. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles . This week's theme: Songs from the movies This week's mentor: Jamie Foxx

  • S09E39 1 of 4 Voted Off

    • May 12, 2010
    • FOX

    The four remaining finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home live.

  • S09E40 Top 3 Finalists Perform

    • May 18, 2010
    • FOX

    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. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles. This week's theme: Contestant's Choice, & Judge's Choice Performing tonight: Casey James, Crystal Bowersox, and Lee Dewyze.

  • S09E41 1 of 3 Voted Off

    • May 19, 2010
    • FOX

    The three remaining finalists find out who is safe making it to the finale and who will be sent home live

  • S09E42 Top 2 Finalists Perform

    • May 25, 2010
    • FOX

    The two finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote. Tune in to see who becomes this years American Idol!

  • S09E43 Winner Announced

    • May 26, 2010
    • FOX

    And the Winner IS.................

Season 10

  • S10E01 Auditions No. 1: New York/New Jersey

    • January 19, 2011
    • FOX

    The talent contest opens Season 10 with auditions in New York and New Jersey.

  • S10E02 Auditions No. 2: New Orleans

    • January 20, 2011
    • FOX

    As the old saying goes, be careful what you wish for. After many viewers (yours truly included) complained that American Idol's Season 10 premiere on Wednesday didn't offer anything remarkably different from past seasons, Thursday's episode gave us something we've never seen before: Randy Jackson's bare stomach. I'm pretty sure that's not what any of us were hoping for. So, what had Randy (and Steven!) taking off their clothes? And which New Orleans singers gave J. Lo goose bumps and moved her to tears? Let's find out....

  • S10E03 Auditions No. 3: Milwaukee

    • January 26, 2011
    • FOX

    The audition train rolled on to Milwaukee, which served up yet another batch of really young youngsters, a few more impressive standouts and the most ridiculous auditions we've seen thus far. But while watching and judging the wannabes, some interesting things happened to the judging panel: Steven Tyler became an even more inappropriate softie, Jennifer Lopez finally looked comfortable crushing people's dreams and Randy Jackson ... actually said something smart? So which singers inspired these changes?

  • S10E04 Auditions No. 4: Nashville

    • January 27, 2011
    • FOX

    The auditions continue from Nashville, TN on the new season of American Idol as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

  • S10E05 Auditions No. 5: Austin

    • February 2, 2011
    • FOX

    Before American Idol got down to wild and wacky business in Austin, the producers decided to start the show with a somber moment. Responding to some recent outrage over Steven Tyler's outlandish (and sometimes vulgar) outbursts and his inappropriate come-ons toward some of the younger female singers, the producers apologized for his "outrageous behavior." So did the Aerosmith rocker straighten up?

  • S10E06 Auditions No. 6: Los Angeles

    • February 3, 2011
    • FOX

    Well, the other shoe finally dropped. After a season that, so far, has mostly favored the good auditions, Thursday's episode focused almost exclusively on the bad. Steven Tyler attributed the change to the city of Los Angeles, which he deduced is full of delusional people. Things got so bad that even J. Lo discovered her potty mouth. So, who was the worst of the worst?

  • S10E07 Auditions No. 7: San Francisco, CA

    • February 9, 2011
    • FOX

    The auditions continue from San Francisco, CA on the new season of American Idol as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

  • S10E08 Hollywood Round: Part 1

    • February 10, 2011
    • FOX
  • S10E09 Hollywood Round: Part 2

    • February 16, 2011
    • FOX
  • S10E10 Hollywood Round, Part 3

    • February 17, 2011
    • FOX
  • S10E11 Hollywood Round, Part 4

    • February 23, 2011
    • FOX

    The 61 contestants are going to have to sing the Beatles to show that they have what it takes to handle the pressure of the competition. A lot happens in the 2 hour show. A contestant gets married, hearts are broken and one judge doesn't know if it is possible to continue to tell people the bad news that they didn't make it through. Some of the Top 24 are revealed.

  • S10E12 Top 24 Chosen

    • February 24, 2011
    • FOX

    The eliminations continue to reveal the Top 24 contestants for the American Idol Live Shows. With a lot riding on this and after Jennifer's big blow up, will she been able to go on? The contestants await their fate.

  • S10E13 Top 12 Boys Perform

    • March 1, 2011
    • FOX

    The Top 12 Boys perform. Clint Jun Gamboa, Jovany Barreto, Jordan Dorsey, Tim Halperin, Brett Loewenstern, James Durbin, Robbie Rosen, Scott McCreery, Stefano Langone, Paul McDonald, Jacob Lusk, and Casey Abrams take to the stage to show that they have what it takes to be the next American Idol. Who will outshine the rest and who will fall short?

  • S10E14 Top 12 Girls Perform

    • March 2, 2011
    • FOX

    The Top 12 Girls perform and Naima Adedapo, Lauren Alaina, Kendra Chantelle, Ashthon Jones, Thia Megia, Haley Reinhart, Karen Rodriguez, Pia Toscano, Lauren Turner, TaTynisa Wilson, Rachel Zevita, and Julie Zorrilla each perform at their best to show that they have what it takes to make it to the next stage in the competition. Is there the next American Idol in this bunch?

  • S10E15 Finalists Chosen

    • March 3, 2011
    • FOX

    The results are in and the Top 24 are going to be cut down to 13 tonight. This is the most cut at this point in the competition and all hopefuls are nervous. Who has made the cut to be part of America's Top 10 and the 3 Wildcard spots? Jennifer Lopez's new music video is also premiered.

  • S10E16 Finalists Compete

    • March 9, 2011
    • FOX

    Casey Abrams, Lauren Alaina, James Durbin, Thia Megia, Haley Reinhart, Karen Rodriguez, Pia Toscano, Jacob Lusk, Scott McCreery, Paul McDonald, Ashthon Jones, Stefano Langone and Naima Adedapo are up for the spot of American Idol as the Top 13 perform for the spot into the next round. Who will show that they can sing the best?

  • S10E17 One Voted Off

    • March 10, 2011
    • FOX

    The Votes are in for the first eliminations of the Top 13. With Adam Lambert and Diddy Dirty Money performing tonight, the hopefuls all get a taste of fame when they go to the premiere of "Red Riding Hood" and see their home.

  • S10E18 12 Finalists Compete

    • March 16, 2011
    • FOX

    The Top 12 finalists perform once again hoping to impress the judges and the nation. Tune in to see who amazes the judges and who falls flat.

  • S10E19 One Voted Off

    • March 17, 2011
    • FOX

    One singer is eliminated in a results edition. The Black Eyed Peas and Lee DeWyze perform.

  • S10E20 11 Finalists Compete

    • March 23, 2011
    • FOX

    The finalists perform Motown songs.

  • S10E21 One of 11 Voted Off

    • March 24, 2011
    • FOX

    One of the finalists is eliminated in a results edition. Stevie Wonder, Season 3 finalist Jennifer Hudson and country duo Sugarland perform. Appearing: Hulk Hogan.

  • S10E22 11 Finalists Compete Again

    • March 30, 2011
    • FOX

    The finalists perform the songs of Elton John.

  • S10E23 Two of 11 Voted Off

    • March 31, 2011
    • FOX

    Two contestants are eliminated; performances by will.i.am, Jamie Foxx and Fantasia.

  • S10E24 9 Finalists Compete

    • April 6, 2011
    • FOX

    The contestants perform songs from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, accompanied by guitarist Jeff Beck.

  • S10E25 One of Nine Voted Off

    • April 7, 2011
    • FOX

    A contestant is eliminated; Constantine Maroulis performs.

  • S10E26 8 Finalists Compete

    • April 13, 2011
    • FOX

    The eight remaining contestants perform songs from movies.

  • S10E27 One of Eight Voted Off

    • April 14, 2011
    • FOX

    A contestant is eliminated; Rihanna performs; Kelly Clarkson and Jason Aldean perform.

  • S10E28 7 Finalists Compete

    • April 20, 2011
    • FOX

    The remaining contestants perform songs from the 21st century.

  • S10E29 One of Seven Voted Off

    • April 21, 2011
    • FOX

    A contestant is eliminated; David Cook performs; Katy Perry performs.

  • S10E30 6 Finalists Compete

    • April 27, 2011
    • FOX

    The six remaining contestants perform the songs of Carole King.

  • S10E31 One of Six Voted Off

    • April 28, 2011
    • FOX

    A contestant is eliminated; performances by Crystal Bowersox and Bruno Mars.

  • S10E32 5 Finalists Compete

    • May 4, 2011
    • FOX

    Five singers perform one current song and one from the 1960s.

  • S10E33 One of Five Voted Off

    • May 5, 2011
    • FOX

    One of the Top 5 contestants is voted off. Performers are Jennifer Lopez, rapper Pitbull and country group Lady Antebellum.

  • S10E34 4 Finalists Compete

    • May 11, 2011
    • FOX

    The remaining contestants perform the songs of Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller; Lady Gaga mentors the finalists.

  • S10E35 One of Four Voted Off

    • May 12, 2011
    • FOX

    A finalist is sent home; premiere of the video for Steven Tyler's ``(It) Feels so Good''; Jordin Sparks performs.

  • S10E36 3 Finalists Compete

    • May 18, 2011
    • FOX
  • S10E37 One of Three Voted Off

    • May 19, 2011
    • FOX
  • S10E38 2 Finalists Compete

    • May 24, 2011
    • FOX
  • S10E39 Winner Announced

    • May 25, 2011
    • FOX

Season 11

  • S11E01 Auditions No. 1: Savannah

    • January 18, 2012
    • FOX

    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 Charleston & Savannah 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.

  • S11E02 Auditions No. 2: Pittsburgh

    • January 19, 2012
    • FOX

    The auditions continue on the second part of three-night season premiere of American Idolas the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar from Pittsburgh, PA.

  • S11E03 Auditions No. 3: San Diego

    • January 22, 2012
    • FOX

    The auditions continue on a special, extended primetime broadcast of American Idolas the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar from San Diego, CA.

  • S11E04 Auditions No. 4: Aspen

    • January 25, 2012
    • FOX

    More auditions are featured as the judges try to find the next singing superstar. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day from Aspen, CO.

  • S11E05 Auditions No. 5: Galveston

    • January 26, 2012
    • FOX

    The auditions continue as the judges travel to Galveston, TX to search for the next singing superstar. Don't miss another round of good, bad and outrageous auditions.

  • S11E06 Auditions No. 6: Portland

    • February 1, 2012
    • FOX

    The auditions continue on the new season of American Idol, as the judges travel to Portland, OR in search for the next singing superstar.

  • S11E07 Auditions No. 7: St. Louis

    • February 2, 2012
    • FOX

    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.

  • S11E08 Hollywood Round, Part 1

    • February 8, 2012
    • FOX

    The Hollywood Round begins as Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrow down the auditioncontestants to see who may get a semifinal spot.

  • S11E09 Hollywood Round, Part 2

    • February 9, 2012
    • FOX

    The Hollywood Round continues as Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrow down the contestants after listening to the Group Round Performances.

  • S11E10 Hollywood Round, Part 3

    • February 15, 2012
    • FOX

    Contestants try one last time to impress the judges, singing for their lives to prove who deserves to make it to the semi final 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

  • S11E11 Performance Challenge

    • February 16, 2012
    • FOX

    A performance round is held in Las Vegas.

  • S11E12 Final Judgment, Part 1

    • February 22, 2012
    • FOX

    The contestants must bring it and sing it in one final performance opportunity to win over the judges, who then reveal the first group of semifinalists.

  • S11E13 Final Judgment, Part 2

    • February 23, 2012
    • FOX

    The judges unveil the remaining semifinalists.

  • S11E14 Semifinalist Boys Perform

    • February 28, 2012
    • FOX

    The male semifinalists perform. Viewer voting begins.

  • S11E15 Semifinalist Girls Perform

    • February 29, 2012
    • FOX

    The female semifinalists perform.

  • S11E16 Finalists Chosen

    • March 1, 2012
    • FOX

    Finalists are revealed. Also: The judges add their wild-card choices to the final group.

  • S11E17 13 Finalists Compete

    • March 7, 2012
    • FOX

    Season 11's finalists perform songs by Stevie Wonder and Whitney Houston. Mary J. Blige is the mentor.

  • S11E18 1 of 13 Voted Off

    • March 8, 2012
    • FOX

    One finalist is eliminated in a results episode. The performers are Mary J. Blige and Lauren Alaina.

  • S11E19 11 Finalists Compete

    • March 14, 2012
    • FOX

    Season 11's finalists must bring it and sing it in a performance edition.

  • S11E20 1 of 11 Voted Off

    • March 15, 2012
    • FOX

    One singer is cut from the competition in a results episode. Daughtry perform.

  • S11E21 10 Finalists Compete

    • March 21, 2012
    • FOX

    The finalists perform.

  • S11E22 1 of 10 Voted off

    • March 22, 2012
    • FOX

    One singer is voted off in a results installment. Guest performers are Lana Del Rey and Haley Reinhart.

  • S11E23 9 Finalists Compete

    • March 28, 2012
    • FOX

    The finalists perform songs by their own idols.

  • S11E24 1 of 9 Voted Off

    • March 29, 2012
    • FOX

    A finalist is eliminated in a results episode. Performing: Nicki Minaj and Scotty McCreery.

  • S11E25 8 Finalists Compete

    • April 4, 2012
    • FOX

    The finalists perform songs from the 1980s.

  • S11E26 1 of 8 Voted Off

    • April 5, 2012
    • FOX

    One finalist is eliminated in a results edition. Guest performers are the Wanted and Kellie Pickler. Also: the premiere of the Jennifer Lopez music video "Dance Again".

  • S11E27 7 Finalists Compete

    • April 11, 2012
    • FOX

    The singers perform.

  • S11E28 1 of 7 Voted Off

    • April 12, 2012
    • FOX

    One singer is eliminated in a results installment. Performing: Jennifer Hudson; Ne-Yo; James Durbin.

  • S11E29 7 Finalists Compete

    • April 18, 2012
    • FOX

    The singers perform a current song and a classic soul tune.

  • S11E30 1 of 7 Voted Off

    • April 19, 2012
    • FOX

    One singer is eliminated in a results episode. The performers are LMFAO and Kris Allen.

  • S11E31 6 Finalists Compete

    • April 25, 2012
    • FOX

    The singers perform in a Queen-theme episode. Appearing: Queen members Brian May and Roger Taylor.

  • S11E32 1 of 6 Voted Off

    • April 26, 2012
    • FOX

    One singer is eliminated. Performing: Katy Perry; the Queen Extravaganza (the official touring Queen tribute group); and Stefano Langone.

  • S11E33 5 Finalists Compete

    • May 2, 2012
    • FOX

    The singers perform. The theme is British music.

  • S11E34 1 of 5 Voted Off

    • May 3, 2012
    • FOX

    One singer is eliminated. Performing: Carrie Underwood and Coldplay.

  • S11E35 4 Finalists Compete

    • May 9, 2012
    • FOX

    The singers perform. The theme is "California Dreamin'.

  • S11E36 1 of 4 Voted Off

    • May 10, 2012
    • FOX

    A finalist is eliminated in a results show. Jennifer Lopez and David Cook perform.

  • S11E37 Finalists Compete

    • May 16, 2012
    • FOX

    The final three singers each perform three songs—a judges' choice, Jimmy Iovine's choice and their own choice. They also return to their hometowns to visit family, friends and fans.

  • S11E38 Finalists Results

    • May 17, 2012
    • FOX

    A singer is eliminated in a results show. Lisa Marie Presley and Adam Lambert perform.

  • S11E39 Final Performance Round

    • May 22, 2012
    • FOX

    The two finalists perform in Part 1 of the two-part Season 11 finale. Jason Derulo and Scotty McCreery perform. From the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live.

  • S11E40 Grand Finale

    • May 23, 2012
    • FOX

    The winning singer is revealed in the conclusion of the two-part Season 11 finale. Guest performers include Rihanna, Aerosmith, Neil Diamond and Chaka Khan, John Fogerty, Jennifer Holliday, Fantasia, Jordin Sparks and Reba McEntire. Also: a reunion of the Top 12 contestants.

Season 12

  • S12E01 New York City, NY Auditions

    • January 16, 2013
    • FOX

    Hopefuls perform for the judges in New York.

  • S12E02 Chicago, IL Auditions

    • January 17, 2013
    • FOX

    Hopefuls perform for the judges in Chicago..

  • S12E03 Charlotte, NC Auditions

    • January 23, 2013
    • FOX

    Hopefuls perform for the judges in Charlotte.

  • S12E04 Baton Rouge, LA Auditions

    • January 24, 2013
    • FOX

    Hopefuls perform for the judges in Baton Rouge.

  • S12E05 San Antonio, TX & Los Angeles, CA Auditions

    • January 30, 2013
    • FOX

    Hopefuls perform for the judges in San Antonio, TX & Los Angeles, CA.

  • S12E06 Oklahoma City, OK Auditions

    • January 31, 2013
    • FOX

    Hopefuls perform for the judges in Oklahoma City.

  • S12E07 Hollywood Round, Part 1

    • February 6, 2013
    • FOX

    The contestants who impressed the judges in their respective audition cities will head to Hollywood, where some dreams will come true and others will come to an end. The intensity of the competition heats up as hopefuls chosen from around the nation vie for a coveted semifinalist spot.

  • S12E08 Hollywood Round, Part 2

    • February 7, 2013
    • FOX

    The tough Hollywood Round continues, as judges Mariah Carey, Randy Jackson, Nicki Minaj and Keith Urban narrow down the contestants. Some will leave with shattered dreams, others will move on in the competition.

  • S12E09 Hollywood Round, Part 3

    • February 13, 2013
    • FOX

    The ultimate singing stage test resumes in Hollywood as the contestants vie for a coveted spot in the semifinals.

  • S12E10 Hollywood Round, Part 4

    • February 14, 2013
    • FOX

    In the final Hollywood episode, the judges reveal the Top 40 contestants - 20 guys and 20 girls - who remain in the competition. These contestants will travel to Las Vegas in hopes of impressing the judges one more time. See which contestants shine and which ones crack under the pressure.

  • S12E11 Semifinalist Round, Part 1 -- Girls Perform

    • February 20, 2013
    • FOX

    Ten female semifinalists perform in Las Vegas.

  • S12E12 Semifinalist Round, Part 2 -- Guys Perform

    • February 21, 2013
    • FOX

    Ten male semifinalists perform in Las Vegas.

  • S12E13 Semifinalist Round, Part 3 -- Girls Perform

    • February 27, 2013
    • FOX
  • S12E14 Semifinalist Round, Part 4 -- Guys Perform

    • February 28, 2013
    • FOX

    Ten male semifinalists perform in Las Vegas

  • S12E15 1st 10 Semifinalists Perform - LIVE

    • March 5, 2013
    • FOX

    Ten singers perform in Las Vegas.

  • S12E16 2nd 10 Semifinalists Perform - LIVE

    • March 6, 2013
    • FOX

    Ten more singers perform.

  • S12E17 Finalists Announced

    • March 7, 2013
    • FOX

    Top 10 announced

  • S12E18 Top 10 Perform -- Live

    • March 13, 2013
    • FOX

    The top 10 finalists perform songs that have been performed by previous Idols.

  • S12E19 Top 10 Results Show

    • March 14, 2013
    • FOX
  • S12E20 Finalists Compete

    • March 20, 2013
    • FOX

    The top nine take on songs from The Beatles (John Lennon/Paul McCartney Songbook).

  • S12E21 Results Show

    • March 21, 2013
    • FOX
  • S12E22 Top 8 Perform

    • March 27, 2013
    • FOX

    The finalists perform music from Detroit, particularly from the Motown era, for the judges. Smokey Robinson mentors the contestants.

  • S12E23 Results Show

    • March 28, 2013
    • FOX

    The contestants face elimination. Colton Dixon performs; OneRepublic featuring Katharine McPhee performs; Keith Urban performs.

  • S12E24 Finalists Compete

    • April 3, 2013
    • FOX

    The top 7 finalists perform classic rock songs.

  • S12E25 Results Show

    • April 4, 2013
    • FOX

    The contestants face elimination. Carrie Underwood performs; Casey James performs.

  • S12E26 Finalists Compete

    • April 10, 2013
    • FOX

    The top 6 finalists perform songs by Burt Bacharach & Hal David and Songs They Wish They'd Written.

  • S12E27 Results Show

    • April 11, 2013
    • FOX

    The finalists face elimination; Scotty McCreery performs; Kelly Clarkson performs.

  • S12E28 Finalists Compete

    • April 17, 2013
    • FOX

    The top 5 perform songs from the Year They Were Born and songs by Divas.

  • S12E29 Results Show

    • April 18, 2013
    • FOX

    The contestants face elimination. Clay Aiken performs; Fantasia Barrino performs.

  • S12E30 Finalists Compete

    • April 24, 2013
    • FOX

    The top 4 finalists perform Contestant's Choice and One-Hit Wonders.

  • S12E31 Results Show

    • April 25, 2013
    • FOX

    The contestants face elimination. Stefano Langone performs; Lee DeWyze performs.

  • S12E32 Finalists Compete

    • May 1, 2013
    • FOX

    The top 4 finalists performs a hit song of 2013 and a song from the Great American Songbook standards.

  • S12E33 Results Show

    • May 2, 2013
    • FOX

    The contestants face elimination. David Cook performs; will.i.am peforms; Harry Connick Jr. performs.

  • S12E34 Finalists Compete

    • May 8, 2013
    • FOX

    Each finalist performs a song chosen by Jimmy Iovine, the judges and the producers. Highlights also shown from their hometown visits.

  • S12E35 Results Show

    • May 9, 2013
    • FOX

    The top 2 finalists are determined. Lauren Alaina performs; Alicia Keys performs.

  • S12E36 Two Finalists Compete

    • May 15, 2013
    • FOX
  • S12E37 Winner Announced

    • May 16, 2013
    • FOX

Season 13

Season 14

  • S14E01 Auditions #1

    • January 7, 2015
    • FOX

    The Season 14 opener features auditions in Nashville. Judges Jennifer Lopez, Harry Connick Jr., and Keith Urban set out to find America's next singing superstar, with Ryan Seacrest as host and Scott Borchetta (president of Big Machine Records) joining the team as the new mentor.

  • S14E02 Auditions #2

    • January 8, 2015
    • FOX

    The auditions continue in Nashville and Kansas City.

  • S14E03 Auditions #3

    • January 14, 2015
    • FOX

    The auditions continue in Kansas City.

  • S14E04 Auditions #4

    • January 15, 2015
    • FOX

    The auditions continue in New York City. Adam Lambert serves as a judge.

  • S14E05 Auditions #5

    • January 21, 2015
    • FOX

    The auditions continue in Minneapolis.

  • S14E06 Auditions #6

    • January 22, 2015
    • FOX

    The auditions continue in New Orleans.

  • S14E07 Auditions #7

    • January 28, 2015
    • FOX

    The auditions continue in San Francisco.

  • S14E08 Auditions #8

    • January 29, 2015
    • FOX

    The auditions conclude in San Francisco.

  • S14E09 Hollywood Week #1

    • February 4, 2015
    • FOX

    Hollywood Week opens with the singers forming lines of 10 and performing for the judges.

  • S14E10 Hollywood Week #2

    • February 5, 2015
    • FOX

  • S14E11 Hollywood Week #3

    • February 11, 2015
    • FOX

    Hollywood Week continues as the contestants perform solos.

  • S14E12 Hollywood Week #4

    • February 12, 2015
    • FOX

    Hollywood Week continues and the Top 48 singers are revealed.

  • S14E13 Showcase #1

    • February 18, 2015
    • FOX

    The contestants perform in a showcase at the House of Blues; some contestants learn their fate.

  • S14E14 Showcase #2

    • February 19, 2015
    • FOX

    The final performances take place at the House of Blues; the top 24 contestants are revealed.

  • S14E15 Top 12 Guys Perform

    • February 25, 2015
    • FOX

    The Top 12 male vocalists perform for America's vote.

  • S14E16 Top 12 Girls Perform

    • February 26, 2015
    • FOX

    The Top 12 female singers perform for America's vote.

  • S14E17 Top 8 Guys Perform

    • March 4, 2015
    • FOX

    The result of last week’s vote reveals the Top 8 male singers, who perform live.

  • S14E18 Top 8 Girls Perform

    • March 5, 2015
    • FOX

    The result of last week’s vote reveals the Top 8 female singers, who perform live.

  • S14E19 Top 12 Revealed

    • March 11, 2015
    • FOX

    The 16 remaining contestants are whittled down to the Top 12 finalists, each one performing for America's votes as they are selected.

  • S14E20 Top 11 Perform

    • March 12, 2015
    • FOX

    The result of yesterday’s vote is revealed as the Top 11 singers perform for America’s votes.

  • S14E21 Top 10 Perform

    • March 19, 2015
    • FOX

    The result of last week’s vote is revealed as the Top 10 singers perform live; Jennifer Lopez performs.

  • S14E22 Top 9 Perform

    • March 25, 2015
    • FOX

    After last week’s Judges’ Save, two contestants’ journeys will end and the remaining 9 finalists perform live; Boy George performs.

  • S14E23 Top 8 Perform

    • April 1, 2015
    • FOX

    One contestant’s journey will end and the remaining 8 finalists perform live; Kelly Clarkson performs.

  • S14E24 Top 7 Perform

    • April 8, 2015
    • FOX

    One contestant’s journey will end and the remaining 7 finalists perform live; Florida Georgia Line; Jason Derulo; Iggy Azalea with Jennifer Hudson.

  • S14E25 Top 6 Perform

    • April 15, 2015
    • FOX

    One contestant’s journey will end and the remaining 6 finalists perform live; mentor Scott Borchetta.

  • S14E26 Top 5 Perform

    • April 22, 2015
    • FOX

    One contestant’s journey will end and the remaining 5 finalists perform live.

  • S14E27 Top 4 Perform

    • April 29, 2015
    • FOX

    One contestant’s journey will end and the remaining 4 finalists perform live; Scott Borchetta mentors.

  • S14E28 Top 3 Perform

    • May 6, 2015
    • FOX

    One finalist is sent home and only three remain in the battle to become the next American Idol! Martina McBride performs.

  • S14E29 Top 2 Perform

    • May 12, 2015
    • FOX

    After weeks of singing their hearts out, only three remain. One finalist will be sent home and two will be left to compete for the Idol crown!

  • S14E30 Winner Announced

    • May 13, 2015
    • FOX

    The votes are in and it all comes down to tonight's Season Finale, when the next American Idol is finally crowned!

Season 15

  • SPECIAL 0x12 The Farewell Season

    • December 22, 2015
    • ABC (US)

  • S15E01 Auditions #1

    • January 6, 2016
    • FOX

    The fun begins for this farewell season when host Ryan Seacrest and returning judges Jennifer Lopez, Keith Urban, and Harry Connick, Jr. travel to Denver and Atlanta, to discover the city's best talent.

  • S15E02 Auditions #2

    • January 7, 2016
    • FOX

    Auditions continue in Little Rock and San Francisco on Part Two of the two-night Season Premiere.

  • S15E03 Auditions #3

    • January 13, 2016
    • FOX

    Ryan and the judges continue their search for talent as auditions continue in Philadelphia.

  • S15E04 Auditions #4

    • January 14, 2016
    • FOX

    Ryan, Jennifer, Keith, and Harry search the country for the most talented vocalists as the auditions continue in Denver and Little Rock, Ark.

  • S15E05 Auditions #5

    • January 20, 2016
    • FOX

    Hopefuls audition for the judges in Atlanta, Little Rock, Ark., Philadelphia and San Francisco.

  • S15E06 Auditions #6

    • January 21, 2016
    • FOX

    Hopefuls perform for the judges in Atlanta, Philadelphia and San Francisco.

  • S15E07 Hollywood Round #1

    • January 27, 2016
    • FOX

    The judges have heard auditions from all over the country, and now it's time for the best of the best to see if they are cut out for Hollywood.

  • S15E08 Hollywood Round #2

    • January 28, 2016
    • FOX

    The contestants press on to show the judges what they've got as Hollywood Week continues.

  • S15E09 Hollywood Round #3

    • February 3, 2016
    • FOX

    Hollywood week continues and the contestants are put to the test. Who will come out on top?

  • S15E10 Hollywood Round #4

    • February 4, 2016
    • FOX

    The contestants have survived Hollywood week and it is time to find out who will continue on in the competition. Only the best of the best will make it through as the Top 24 are revealed.

  • S15E11 Showcase #1: 1st 12 Performances

    • February 10, 2016
    • FOX

    The Top 24 have been chosen, and now it's time for the contestants to show the judges that they are here to stay. Twelve of the Top 24 perform in hopes of earning their spot.

  • S15E12 Showcase #2: Judges Vote

    • February 11, 2016
    • FOX

    Idol fan favorites Ruben Studdard, Fantasia, Scotty McCreery, Lauren Alaina, Caleb Johnson, and Nick Fradiani return to mentor and sing with the contestants. Then, after giving it their all, the first round of performers will find out who will make the cut. The judges vote on who will stay in the competition to become the next, and final, American Idol.

  • S15E13 Showcase #3: 2nd 12 Performances

    • February 17, 2016
    • FOX

    The remaining 12 of the Top 24 get their chance to shine as they perform for the judges' votes.

  • S15E14 Showcase #4: Judges Vote

    • February 18, 2016
    • FOX

    Idol fan favorites Constantine Maroulis, Chris Daughtry, Kellie Pickler, Jordin Sparks, David Cook, and Haley Reinhart return to mentor the contestants and perform. The judges vote on the second showcase and five contestants are sent home. Find out who advances to the Top 14 in the quest to become the final Idol.

  • S15E15 Wildcard Night: Judges Pick

    • February 24, 2016
    • FOX

    After proving themselves alongside Idol legends, some semifinalists will reach the end of their journey. The judges will announce the first 4 semi-finalists to make it into the Top 10, leaving 10 to sing for America's vote and the final 6 spots in this farewell season's Top 10.

  • S15E16 Top 10 Revealed and Perform

    • February 25, 2016
    • FOX

    The first live show of the season is finally here! Host Ryan Seacrest will reveal America's Vote and announce the final two semi-finalists joining the Top 10. Then, the Top 10 finalists will perform for America's vote.

  • S15E17 Top 8 Perform

    • March 3, 2016
    • FOX

    America has spoken! Find out which finalists have made it to the Top 8 and who will have to say goodbye. (550th episode)

  • S15E18 Top 6 Perform

    • March 10, 2016
    • FOX

    As the competition moves forward, Idol hopefuls have limited time to make a name for themselves. Find out who will move on and who has reached the end of the road.

  • S15E19 Top 5 Perform

    • March 17, 2016
    • FOX

    Find out who will earn a coveted spot in the Top 5. Also, a performance by Adam Lambert.

  • S15E20 Top 4 Perform

    • March 24, 2016
    • FOX

    Another finalist's journey will end and only 4 will remain in the battle to become the next American Idol.

  • S15E21 Top 3 Perform

    • March 31, 2016
    • FOX

    Week after week, each finalist has done their best to win the hearts of America. Find out who must say goodbye and who has earned a spot in the coveted Top 3.

  • S15E22 American Dream

    • April 5, 2016
    • FOX

    Current and former judges, contestants, and the behind-the-scenes team members share memories in a retrospective of the singing competition.

  • S15E23 Top 2 Perform

    • April 6, 2016
    • FOX

    After weeks of eliminations, the series' final Top Three battle it out live from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

  • S15E24 Winner Chosen

    • April 7, 2016
    • FOX

    After 15 seasons of epic performances, star power and incredible moments, the final American Idol will be crowned and the farewell celebration will continue, as Idol pays tribute to the amazingly talented contestants and the millions of fans who called, tweeted, texted, and championed their Idols throughout the series' groundbreaking run. Don't miss the history-making final moments of the farewell season as the last winner is announced.

Season 16

  • S16E01 Auditions 1

    • March 11, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    Hopefuls audition in New York, Los Angeles, and Nashville, Tenn before judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie.

  • S16E02 Auditions 2

    • March 12, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    Hopefuls audition in New York, Savannah, Ga., Los Angeles, and New Orleans.

  • S16E03 Auditions 3

    • March 18, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    Hopefuls audition in Los Angeles, Nashville, New York City, and Savannah. They include a cattle farmer from Texas, twin teenagers from Southern California, and a furniture salesman from Illinois.

  • S16E04 Auditions 4

    • March 19, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    Hopefuls audition in Los Angeles, Nashville, New Orleans, and New York City. They include a teacher from Michigan, a construction worker from Alabama, and a goat farmer from Oklahoma.

  • S16E05 Auditions 5

    • March 25, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    Hopefuls audition in Los Angeles, Nashville, New Orleans, New York City, and Savannah. They include a choreographer from Tennessee, a hostess from Colorado and a personal assistant from Alabama, perform for the judges.

  • S16E06 Hollywood Week 1

    • March 26, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    In this first episode of Hollywood Week, Idol hopefuls from across the country head to the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood to battle it out in solo and group performances in hopes of making it through to the showcase round.

  • S16E07 Hollywood Week 2

    • April 1, 2018
    • ABC (US)

  • S16E08 Showcase/Final Judgment

    • April 2, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    Idol hopefuls head to Exchange LA for the Showcase Round, where contestants perform solos in front of a live crowd and the judges. Following the performances, the judges sit down with each contestant for the Final Judgment and reveal which finalists made it through to the Top 24.

  • S16E09 Top 24 Solos 1

    • April 8, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    The first half of the top 24 finalists perform solos. Radio show host Bobby Bones mentors.

  • S16E10 Top 24 Celebrity Duets 1

    • April 9, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    The first half of the top 24 finalists perform duets with celebrity partners.

  • S16E11 Top 24 Solos 2

    • April 15, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    The second half of the top 24 finalists perform solos. Radio show host Bobby Bones mentors.

  • S16E12 Top 24 Celebrity Duets 2

    • April 16, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    The second half of the top 24 finalists perform duets with celebrity partners.

  • S16E13 Top 14

    • April 22, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    The Top 14 finalists are revealed, and sing for America's votes.

  • S16E14 Top 10 Reveal

    • April 23, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    The Top 14 perform, and then the Top 10 contestants are revealed.

  • S16E15 Top 10: Disney Night

    • April 29, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    The Top 10 perform fan-favorite Disney songs live from coast to coast, with the voting results for the triple elimination revealed by the end of the show. Idina Menzel serves as mentor to the contestants.

  • S16E16 Top 7

    • May 6, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    The Top 7 perform live from coast to coast, with the voting results for the double elimination revealed by the end of the show. Each contestant performs a song by Prince, and a song from their birth year. Nick Jonas mentors the contestants. Sheila E. plays percussion with Kris Pooley and the house band.

  • S16E17 Top 5

    • May 13, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    The Top 5 perform live from coast to coast, with the voting results for the double elimination revealed by the end of the show. Each contestant performs a song dedicated to moms, and a song from the catalogue of Carrie Underwood, who mentored the contestants this week. Carrie also performs "Cry Pretty."

  • S16E18 Performance Finals

    • May 20, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    The Top 3 finalists visit their hometowns to celebrate their time on the show before returning to the Idol stage for their last chance to win America's votes.

  • S16E19 Grand Finale

    • May 21, 2018
    • ABC (US)

    The winner is announced. Musical performances by Bebe Rexha, Darius Rucker, Gary Clark Jr, Kermit the Frog, Nick Jonas + Mustard, Patti LaBelle, Yolanda Adams, Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, and the American Idol contestants.

Season 17

  • S17E01 Auditions 1

    • March 3, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    Auditions in Louisville KY, Coeur d’Alene ID, Los Angeles CA, New York NY, and Denver CO.

  • S17E02 Auditions 2

    • March 6, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    Auditions in Coeur d’Alene ID, Louisville KY, and Los Angeles CA.

  • S17E03 Auditions 3

    • March 10, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    Auditions in Coeur d’Alene ID, New York NY, Louisville KY, and Los Angeles CA. Lionel Richie reminisces about Mohammed Ali.

  • S17E04 Auditions 4

    • March 17, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    Auditions from Los Angeles CA, Louisville KY, New York NY, and Coeur d’Alene ID. Stories include a girl reuniting with her egg donor, a performance that Katy Perry shares as one of her favorite voices she has ever heard, an audition that makes Luke Bryan drop to the floor, and emotional family stories that will touch audiences across America.

  • S17E05 Auditions 5

    • March 18, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    Auditions from Los Angeles CA, New York NY, Louisville KY, and Denver CO see if they have what it takes to move on in the competition. Stories include one surprise audition that no one saw coming, a reunion for judge Luke Bryan, and an incredible story of defying the odds.

  • S17E06 Hollywood Week 1

    • March 24, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    Tensions are high as this year’s crop of hopefuls battles it out in solo and group round performances from the famous stage of The Orpheum Theatre. Helping to guide them through the rigorous week is in-house mentor Bobby Bones. Don’t miss phenomenal performances from returning fan favorites, an emergency trip to the hospital in an ambulance, and a special moment when one lucky contestant receives a heartfelt gift from Luke Bryan.

  • S17E07 Hollywood Week 2

    • March 25, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    Contestants battle it out in group rounds and solo performances in the hope of advancing to the next round of the competition. Also, don't miss a surprise on-stage marriage proposal.

  • S17E08 Showcase/Final Judgment

    • March 31, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    The showcase round goes to Aulani, A Disney Resort in Ko Olina, Hawaii, where the show’s Top 40 contestants take to the beach for solo performances in front of a live audience and the judge panel. Afterward, the judges sit down with each contestant to reveal their fate, culminating with the show’s Top 20 finalists.

  • S17E09 Top 20 Solos

    • April 1, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    The top 20 finalists perform in front of a live audience.

  • S17E10 All-Star Duets 1

    • April 7, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    The first 10 of the Top 20 finalists perform duets with all-star celebrity partners. Following the performances and during a shocking elimination, the “American Idol” judges will determine which 7 finalists will advance to the Top 14 and get the chance to perform for America’s vote.

  • S17E11 All-Star Duets 2

    • April 8, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    The remaining 10 of the Top 20 finalists perform duets with all-star celebrity partners. Following the performances, the contestants find out who has made the last 7 spots, rounding out the Top 14 during a final elimination that will leave audiences stunned.

  • S17E12 Top 14

    • April 14, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    The top 14 contestants perform on the iconic Idol stage for the first time, in hope of winning over the hearts of viewers and being voted through to the next phase of the competition.

  • S17E13 Top 10 Reveal

    • April 15, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    The 7 contestants with the most votes by America take their spot in the top 10, while the 7 remaining contestants must sing to impress the judges.

  • S17E14 Disney Night

    • April 21, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    The Top 10 contestants head to Disneyland in Anaheim, CA, to prepare for Disney Night. The finalists are joined by celebrity mentor Rebel Wilson. The 3 judges perform a timeless Disney song in Fantasyland. The Top 10 then return to the iconic Idol stage to perform fan-favorite Disney songs in the hope of winning America’s vote for a spot in the Top 8. Lea Michele performs the song “Under the Sea.” Also, Maddie Poppe and Caleb Lee Hutchinson return to the stage to sing a Disney classic duet.

  • S17E15 Meet Your Finalists

    • April 22, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    This 2-hour special episode takes a deep dive into each finalist’s journey on the show thus far, highlighting new, never-before-seen songs, stories, performances, and footage, as well as revisiting favorite moments from this season.

  • S17E16 Top 8

    • April 28, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    Each contestant takes on a song from the legendary Queen catalogue before partnering up for classic movie duet performances. Guest mentor Adam Lambert helps prepare the Top 8 to rock the stage live from coast to coast.

  • S17E17 Woodstock and Show Stoppers

    • May 5, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    Each contestant sings one inspirationally powerful song with the help of Lauren Daigle, and then takes on a song performed at the famed 1969 Woodstock music festival. Gabby Barrett also performs.

  • S17E18 Top 5

    • May 12, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    Each contestant performs 3 songs, including a pick from mentor Bobby Bones, a song dedicated to their heroes in honor of Mother’s Day, and a selection from Elton John’s catalog.

  • S17E19 Season Finale

    • May 19, 2019
    • ABC (US)

    The Final 3 perform live from coast to coast and the winner is announced at the end of the show. Also, special performances from music legends and other surprises.

Season 18

  • S18E01 Auditions 1

    • February 16, 2020
    • ABC (US)

    Viewers embark on a journey across Savannah GA, Milwaukee WI, Washington D.C., Los Angeles CA, and Sunriver OR, where the show’s auditions provide never-before-seen twists. Those auditioning include a subway performer from Harlem who gives one of the most emotional auditions in Idol history, a garbage collector with no experience who warms up in the streets of Savannah with the help of Ryan Seacrest, and a hopeless romantic who encounters her own fairy tale twist during her audition as she sings from the heart.

  • S18E02 Auditions 2

    • February 23, 2020
    • ABC (US)

    In Savannah, the judges take to the streets as one Idol hopeful sings for her life, while the Philadelphia Eagles cheer team visits the D.C. auditions as one of their own goes in front of the judges. In Los Angeles, another hopeful unleashes her love for sardines with an original song. An emergency in Sunriver results in a visit from local firefighters who save the day, then celebrate with a victory song alongside the judges. Plus, more heartfelt stories and extraordinary voices from across the nation are unveiled as singers vie for their spot in Hollywood.

  • S18E03 Auditions 3

    • March 1, 2020
    • ABC (US)

    This week’s episode sees a determined hopeful defy the odds for a chance to audition in front of the judges, resulting in an Idol first. Then, a fan favorite from season one returns for another chance to wow the judges, while another hopeful’s great-grandmother fulfills her lifelong dream of meeting Lionel Richie.

  • S18E04 Auditions 4

    • March 8, 2020
    • ABC (US)

    Idol heads to Savannah GA, Milwaukee WI, Washington D.C., Los Angeles CA, and Sunriver OR as the search for America’s next superstar continues.

  • S18E05 Auditions 5

    • March 15, 2020
    • ABC (US)

    Auditions across Savannah GA, Milwaukee WI, Washington D.C., Los Angeles CA, and Sunriver OR come to an end with the final search for America’s next superstar.

  • S18E06 Hollywood Week: Genre Challenge

    • March 16, 2020
    • ABC (US)

    Contestants head to Hollywood to perform a song in a genre of their choice.

  • S18E07 Hollywood Week: Duets

    • March 22, 2020
    • ABC (US)

    The contestants pick just one partner for a duet group round. One pair’s tensions run high as they can’t agree on a song. Sparks fly with another pair. Two pop divas come together for a powerful rendition of a Celine Dion song. One pop vocalist and country singer team up to wow the judges with their unexpected harmony.

  • S18E08 Hollywood Week: Solos

    • March 23, 2020
    • ABC (US)

    Hollywood Week wraps up with with solo performances. One contestant experiences an unprecedented medical emergency. Will one couple’s love survive the latest elimination?

  • S18E09 Hawaii Showcase and Final Judgment Part #1

    • March 29, 2020
    • ABC (US)

    The Top 40 contestants go to Hawaii to soak up the sun and sing to impress the judges in a concert on the beach before awaiting their Final Judgement for a spot in the coveted Top 20.

  • S18E10 Hawaii Showcase and Final Judgment Part #2

    • April 5, 2020
    • ABC (US)

    The Top 40 contestants perform in a concert before awaiting their final judgment for a spot in the coveted top 20. Watch a shocking first-ever twist in the show’s history for two contestants.

  • S18E11 This Is Me 1

    • April 12, 2020
    • ABC (US)

    Before America gears up to vote for the Top 20 finalists, Idol delves deeper into the lives of the Top 21 contestants as they share their journey so far with stories along the way and all-new spectacular, never-before-seen performances.

  • S18E12 This Is Me 2

    • April 19, 2020
    • ABC (US)

    A deeper look into the lives of the top 21 contestants, featuring never-before-seen performances.

  • S18E13 On with the Show: Top 20 Sing for Your Vote

    • April 26, 2020
    • ABC (US)

    Top 20 perform for a spot in the Top 10. The judges, host, in-house mentor, and contestants all participate from different locations.

  • S18E14 On with the Show: Homeward Bound

    • May 3, 2020
    • ABC (US)

    Find out who America voted into the Top 10 and whether or not judges choose to use their only save of the season. In this home-themed episode, the judges team up with friends and industry heavyweights to give the finalists a masterclass on what it takes to be a superstar. Plus, Phillip Phillips returns to the Idol stage remotely to open the show with an acoustic performance of his bestselling hit song, “Home.”

  • S18E15 On with the Show: Disney / Mother's Day

    • May 10, 2020
    • ABC (US)

    The remaining finalists perform 2 songs each: one from the Disney songbook and one dedicated to the mother figures in their lives. Laine Hardy returns to perform “Life is a Highway.”

  • S18E16 On with the Show: Grand Finale

    • May 17, 2020
    • ABC (US)

    The top 5 each perform a song that celebrates their Idol journey and a previously performed song. America’s real-time vote determines the winner. Special performances from music legends, including a performance of “We Are the World.”

Season 19

  • S19E01 Auditions 1

    • February 14, 2021
    • ABC (US)

    The auditions begin in 3 California cities: Los Angeles, San Diego, and Ojai. Judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie return, along with host Ryan Seacrest.

  • S19E02 Auditions 2

    • February 21, 2021
    • ABC (US)

    Auditions across California – Los Angeles, San Diego, and Ojai – continue.

  • S19E03 Auditions 3

    • February 28, 2021
    • ABC (US)
  • S19E04 Auditions 4

    • March 7, 2021
    • ABC (US)

    Auditions continue in Los Angeles, San Diego, and Ojai.

  • S19E05 Auditions 5

    • March 14, 2021
    • ABC (US)

    The auditions conclude in Los Angeles, San Diego, and Ojai.

  • S19E06 Hollywood Week: Genre Challenge

    • March 21, 2021
    • ABC (US)

    Hollywood Week kicks off with fan favorites from auditions returning to the stage for the Genre Challenge in hopes of making it through to the next round.

  • S19E07 Hollywood Duets Challenge

    • March 22, 2021
    • ABC (US)

    The iconic Hollywood Week wraps up with Hollywood Duets. Idol hopefuls continue to compete for their chance to make it through to the next round.

  • S19E08 Showstopper/Final Judgment Part #1

    • March 28, 2021
    • ABC (US)

    The Showstopper round has the contestants perform with a band for their last chance to make it into the Top 24.

  • S19E09 Showstopper/Final Judgment Part #2

    • March 29, 2021
    • ABC (US)
  • S19E10 All Star Duets and Solos

    • April 4, 2021
    • ABC (US)

    Contestants perform duets with surprise celebrity guests for a chance to make it to live shows.

  • S19E11 All Star Duets and Solos

    • April 5, 2021
    • ABC (US)
  • S19E12 Top 16

    • April 11, 2021
    • ABC (US)

    The Top 16 are revealed and perform in the hope of securing America’s vote to the next round.

  • S19E13 Top 12 Live Reveal

    • April 12, 2021
    • ABC (US)

    After the overnight vote, 10 contestants are revealed as safe, leaving 6 contestants to try to impress the judges for their chance at the final 2 spots in the Top 12.

  • S19E14 Oscar Nominated Songs

    • April 18, 2021
    • ABC (US)

    The Top 12 contestants perform Oscar-nominated songs in the hope of securing America’s vote into the Top 9. Lionel Richie opens the show with a special performance of “Say You Say Me.”

  • S19E15 The Comeback

    • April 19, 2021
    • ABC (US)

    Ten finalists from the previous season return to make their debut on the Idol stage, where they sing for America’s vote. After a week-long vote, only one will remain in the competition, rounding out the top 10.

  • S19E16 Disney Night

    • May 2, 2021
    • ABC (US)

    After the results of the Comeback show are announced, we see the Top 9's trip to Walt Disney World for a one-on-one session with a celebrity mentor. The season’s Top 10, including the Comeback winner, then perform a song from the renowned Disney songbook in hopes of securing America’s real-time vote. The Top 7 finalists are revealed at the end of the episode.

  • S19E17 Coldplay Songbook & Mother's Day Dedication

    • May 9, 2021
    • ABC (US)

    The Top 7 contestants are live coast-to-coast. Each performs a song in honor of Mother’s Day and a second song from the Coldplay songbook, mentored by the band’s lead singer, Chris Martin. Coldplay performs their recently announced new single, “Higher Power.” Voting starts at the beginning of the episode and the Top 5 finalists are revealed at the end.

  • S19E18 My Personal Idol/Artist Singles

    • May 16, 2021
    • ABC (US)

    FINNEAS mentors the top 5, who are grouped to perform two of his songs. They then perform two additional songs each: one inspired by their personal idol and the debut of their winner’s single. FINNEAS takes to the Idol stage to perform “Till Forever Falls Apart” with Ashe. Voting starts at the beginning of the episode and the final 3 are revealed at the end.

  • S19E19 Grand Finale

    • May 23, 2021
    • ABC (US)

    In the 3-hour live coast-to-coast season finale the top 3 finalists each take the stage in hopes of winning the season. The judges each perform a hit song, the rest of the top 9 return to join renowned music artists Lindsey Buckingham, Alessia Cara, Luke Combs, Sheryl Crow, Fall Out Boy, Mickey Guyton, Chaka Khan, Leona Lewis, and Macklemore.

Season 20

  • S20E01 Auditions 1

    • February 27, 2022
    • ABC (US)

  • S20E02 Auditions 2

    • March 6, 2022
    • ABC (US)

  • S20E03 Auditions 3

    • March 13, 2022
    • ABC (US)

  • S20E04 Auditions 4

    • March 20, 2022
    • ABC (US)

  • S20E05 Auditions 5

    • March 21, 2022
    • ABC (US)

  • S20E06 Auditions 6

    • March 27, 2022
    • ABC (US)

  • S20E07 Hollywood Week: Genre Challenge

    • March 28, 2022
    • ABC (US)

    Hollywood Week kicks off with alums returning to mentor the contestants, including Jordin Sparks, David Cook, Lauren Alaina, Ruben Studdard, Chayce Beckham, Lee DeWyze, and Haley Reinhart. Then, fan favorites from auditions take the stage for the Genre Challenge.

  • S20E08 Hollywood Duets Challenge

    • April 3, 2022
    • ABC (US)

    Fan favorites form dynamic duos and hit the Hollywood stage for the Duets Challenge. Platinum Ticket winners handpick their duet partners and rejoin the competition.

  • S20E09 Showstopper/Final Judgment

    • April 4, 2022
    • ABC (US)

    Taking the stage for their first time with a band, Idol hopefuls sing their hearts out in their last chance to make it into the Top 24. In the Final Judgment, two pairs of contestants face off in a sing-off.

  • S20E10 Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (1)

    • April 10, 2022
    • ABC (US)

    Idol returns to Aulani Resort in Ko Olina, Hawaii, to kick off 2 nights of performances by the Top 24. Idol alum Jimmie Allen serves as a mentor.

  • S20E11 Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (2)

    • April 11, 2022
    • ABC (US)

    The Top 24 performances conclude. Pop star Bebe Rexha mentors Idol hopefuls.

  • S20E12 Season 20's Top 20

    • April 17, 2022
    • ABC (US)

    The Top 20 is revealed and then performs for America’s vote.

  • S20E13 Top 14 Live Reveal

    • April 18, 2022
    • ABC (US)

    America's votes choose 10 Idol hopefuls, after which the judges choose an additional 4 singers to round out the Top 14.

  • S20E14 Top 14

    • April 24, 2022
    • ABC (US)

    Idol alum Gabby Barrett returns to mentor the Top 14 and offer guidance on what it takes to become America's next superstar.

  • S20E15 Judge's Song Contest

    • April 25, 2022
    • ABC (US)

    The judges each pick a song for each of the Top 11 to perform. Without knowing who offered the suggestion, each contestant selects their favorite song to perform, revealing the winning judge.

  • S20E16 Disney Night

    • May 1, 2022
    • ABC (US)

    Derek Hough mentors the Top 10 contestants as they prepare to perform beloved Disney tunes in hopes of securing America's vote.

  • S20E17 The Great Idol Reunion

    • May 2, 2022
    • ABC (US)

    Idol greats Ruben Studdard, Scotty McCreery, Jordin Sparks, David Cook, Lauren Alaina, Kris Allen, Maddie Poppe, Laine Hardy, Willie Spence, Caleb Lee Hutchinson, Grace Kinstler, Laci Kaye Booth, and additional surprise guests, reunite on the Idol stage.

  • S20E18 Top 7

    • May 8, 2022
    • ABC (US)

  • S20E19 Top 5

    • May 15, 2022
    • ABC (US)

  • S20E20 Grand Finale

    • May 22, 2022
    • ABC (US)

Season 21

  • S21E01 Auditions 1

    • February 19, 2023
    • ABC (US)

    Auditions in New Orleans, Las Vegas and Nashville.

  • S21E02 Auditions 2

    • February 26, 2023
    • ABC (US)
  • S21E03 Auditions 3

    • March 5, 2023
    • ABC (US)

    A search across New Orleans, Las Vegas and Nashville, Tenn., to find the next singing sensation.

  • S21E04 Auditions 4

    • March 12, 2023
    • ABC (US)

  • S21E05 Auditions 5

    • March 19, 2023
    • ABC (US)

    The judges search New Orleans, Las Vegas and Nashville, Tenn., to find the next singing sensation.

  • S21E06 Auditions 6

    • March 26, 2023
    • ABC (US)

    Hopefuls audition for the judges in New Orleans, Las Vegas, and Nashville, Tenn.

  • S21E07 Hollywood Week (1)

    • April 2, 2023
    • ABC (US)

    Fan-favorite alumni return as contestant mentors to build confidence, stage presence, and songwriting as they prepare for amazing performances on the iconic Hollywood Week stage.

  • S21E08 Hollywood Week (2)

    • April 3, 2023
    • ABC (US)

    Hollywood Week continues as contestants form dynamic duos and hit the Hollywood stage for the Duets Challenge. Platinum Ticket winners handpick their duet partners and rejoin the competition in hopes of making it through to the next round.

  • S21E09 Showstopper/Final Judgment (1)

    • April 9, 2023
    • ABC (US)

    Performing with a band for the first time, Idol hopefuls sing in their last chance to make it to America's vote. In the Final Judgment, two pairs of contestants face off with the judges sealing their fate for the next round.

  • S21E10 Showstopper/Final Judgment (2)

    • April 10, 2023
    • ABC (US)
  • S21E11 Top 26 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (1)

    • April 16, 2023
    • ABC (US)

    America’s favorite singing competition returns to Disney's Aulani Resort in Ko Olina, Hawaii. Soul and R&B singer-songwriter Allen Stone mentors Idol hopefuls vying for America’s first open vote of the season.

  • S21E12 Top 26 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (2)

    • April 17, 2023
    • ABC (US)

    Idol waves aloha to Aulani Resort, wrapping up two nights of incredible performances. Noah Cyrus serves as mentor, offering advice to contestants hoping to earn America’s vote.

  • S21E13 Top 20

    • April 23, 2023
    • ABC (US)

    The contestants return to Hollywood to learn the results of America's first votes for the Top 20, performing again in hopes of securing a spot in the Top 12. 2022 winner Noah Thompson and runner-up HunterGirl will also take the stage.

  • S21E14 Top 12 Reveal!

    • April 24, 2023
    • ABC (US)

    The Top 20 contestants perform live, with overnight voting results revealing the 10 Idol hopefuls who continue. Judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie will choose two singers to round out the Top 12 competing to be the next American Idol.

  • S21E15 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Night

    • April 30, 2023
    • ABC (US)

    The competition heats up as the Top 12 contestants perform for the judges and America’s vote for the Top 10 is revealed LIVE coast to coast.

  • S21E16 Judge's Song Contest

    • May 1, 2023
    • ABC (US)

    The Judge’s Song Contest returns as the judges suggest songs for the contestants to choose from. America votes for the Top 7 LIVE coast to coast.

  • S21E17 Top 8: Alanis Morissette/Ed Sheeran

    • May 7, 2023
    • ABC (US)

    The Top 8 contestants perform LIVE coast to coast in front of the judges as audiences across the country cast their vote for the Top 5.

  • S21E18 Disney Night

    • May 14, 2023
    • ABC (US)

    Celebrate the magic of Disney as the Top 5 contestants perform songs from the iconic Disney songbook LIVE while America votes for the Top 3 contestants headed to the finale.

  • S21E19 Journey to the Finale

    • May 15, 2023
    • ABC (US)

    What does it take to become the next American Idol? Featuring never-before-seen footage of this season's finalists, this special episode takes a deeper look at the journeys from hometown to Hollywood for this season's contestants.

  • S21E20 Season Finale

    • May 21, 2023
    • ABC (US)

    The live coast-to-coast, 3-hour season finale features special performances from music legends and today's top artists, with the Top 3 contestants taking the stage for the final time as America decides who will become the next American Idol.

Season 22

  • S22E01 Auditions 1

    • February 18, 2024
    • ABC (US)

    With help from judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie, viewers embark on a nationwide search across Los Angeles, Nashville, and the judges’ very own hometowns to find the next singing sensation.

  • S22E02 Auditions 2

    • February 25, 2024
    • ABC (US)

    Judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie join host Ryan Seacrest for a special walk down memory lane in their hometowns while auditions in search of the most talented singers and musicians continue.

  • S22E03 Auditions 3

    • March 3, 2024
    • ABC (US)

    Talented hopefuls inch one step closer to Hollywood stardom as they audition for the judges. Viewers glimpse into the judges' own beginnings with memorable trips to their hometowns.

  • S22E04 Auditions 4

    • March 17, 2024
    • ABC (US)

    The judges share where their own dreams began with trips to their hometowns, bringing heart, laughter, and antics to another round of auditions in search of the next American Idol.

  • S22E05 Auditions 5

    • March 24, 2024
    • ABC (US)

    The stakes are high in the final round of auditions for the judges, as aspiring superstars perform in hopes of advancing to Hollywood Week and becoming the next American Idol.

  • S22E06 Hollywood Week - Idol Arena

    • March 31, 2024
    • ABC (US)

    It's Hollywood Week, and the pressure is on for Idol finalists, with only one chance to perform for the judges. Who will survive the biggest cut in Idol history?

  • S22E07 Showstopper/Final Judgment

    • April 1, 2024
    • ABC (US)

    The competition narrows during the final showcase round for judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie, deciding who will earn a coveted spot in the Top 24 and compete for America's vote.

  • S22E08 Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (1)

    • April 7, 2024
    • ABC (US)

  • S22E09 Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (2)

    • April 8, 2024
    • ABC (US)

  • S22E10 Top 20

    • April 14, 2024
    • ABC (US)

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