Episode 1
Auditions (1)
2h 4m
Auditions in Louisville KY, Coeur d’Alene ID, Los Angeles CA, New York NY, and Denver CO.
Episode credits
Guest stars Uché, Laci Kaye Booth, Walker Burroughs
TV series
American Idol
2018TV-PG9 seasons6.7 / 10
Heading back to where it all began.
The iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre is back!
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Where to watch in United States
Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Synopsis
The iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre is back!
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Episode 2
Auditions (2)
2h 4m
Auditions in Coeur d’Alene ID, Louisville KY, and Los Angeles CA.
Episode credits
Guest stars Logan Johnson, Eddie Island, Alejandro Aranda, Maddie Poppe, Caleb Lee Hutchinson
Episode 3
Auditions (3)
2h 4m
Auditions in Coeur d’Alene ID, New York NY, Louisville KY, and Los Angeles CA. Lionel Richie reminisces about Mohammed Ali.
Episode credits
Guest stars Shawn Robinson, Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon, Madison VanDenburg, Laine Hardy
Episode 4
Auditions (4)
2h 4m
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.
Episode credits
Guest stars Ashley Hess, Evelyn Cormier, Alyssa Raghu
Episode 5
Auditions (5)
2h 4m
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.
Episode credits
Guest stars Ryan Hammond, Maddie Poppe, Caleb Lee Hutchinson
Episode 6
Hollywood Week (1)
2h 4m
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.
Episode credits
Guest stars Raquel Trinidad, Kate Barnette, Ryan Hammond, Shawn Robinson, Bumbly, Logan Johnson, Riley Thompson, Eddie Island
Episode 7
Hollywood Week (2)
2h 4m
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.
Episode credits
Guest stars Raquel Trinidad, Kate Barnette, Ryan Hammond, Shawn Robinson, Bumbly, Logan Johnson, Riley Thompson, Eddie Island
Episode 8
Showcase & Final Judgment
2h 4m
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.
Episode credits
Guest stars Raquel Trinidad, Kate Barnette, Ryan Hammond, Shawn Robinson, Bumbly, Logan Johnson, Riley Thompson, Eddie Island
Episode 9
Top 20 Solos
2h 4m
The top 20 finalists perform in front of a live audience.
Episode credits
Guest stars Raquel Trinidad, Kate Barnette, Ryan Hammond, Shawn Robinson, Bumbly, Logan Johnson, Riley Thompson, Eddie Island
Episode 10
All-Star Duets
2h 4m
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.
Episode credits
Guest stars Kate Barnette, Pat Benatar, Neil Giraldo, Jason Mraz, Brett Young, Shaggy, Shawn Robinson, Elle King
Episode 11
All-Star Duets Part 2
2h 4m
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.
Episode credits
Guest stars Julia Michaels, Mitchy Collins, Logan Johnson, Jordan Greenwald, Sam Price, Cynthia Erivo, Eddie Island, Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon
Episode 12
Top 14
2h 4m
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.
Episode credits
Guest stars Riley Thompson, Eddie Island, Ashley Hess, Evelyn Cormier, Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon, Madison VanDenburg, Alyssa Raghu, Uché
Episode 13
Top 10 Reveal
2h 4m
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.
Episode credits
Guest stars Riley Thompson, Eddie Island, Ashley Hess, Evelyn Cormier, Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon, Madison VanDenburg, Alyssa Raghu, Uché
Episode 14
Disney Night
2h 4m
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.
Episode credits
Guest stars Lea Michele, Caleb Lee Hutchinson, Rebel Wilson, Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon, Madison VanDenburg, Alyssa Raghu, Uché, Laine Hardy
Episode 15
Meet Your Finalists
2h 4m
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.
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Episode 16
Queen Night
2h 4m
The finalists continue their journey in the competition, paying tribute to one of the world’s most iconic bands, Queen. Each contestant takes on a song from the legendary Queen catalogue, before partnering up for classic movie duet performances. Helping to prepare the Top 8 to rock the stage is alumnus Adam Lambert.
Episode credits
Guest stars Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon, Madison VanDenburg, Alyssa Raghu, Laine Hardy, Alejandro Aranda, Avett Maness, Laci Kaye Booth, Wade Cota
Episode 17
Woodstock and Show Stoppers
2h 4m
Each contestant performs one inspirationally powerful “showstopper” song, with the help of Grammy Award-winning artist, Lauren Daigle, who serves as celebrity guest mentor. Each finalist also takes on a song performed at the famed Woodstock music festival in 1969.
Episode credits
Guest stars Lauren Daigle, Gabby Barrett, Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon, Madison VanDenburg, Laine Hardy, Alejandro Aranda, Laci Kaye Booth, Wade Cota
Episode 18
Top 5
2h 4m
The journey to find the next superstar continues as the remaining five Idol hopefuls leave it all on the stage, singing their hearts out to win America’s vote and land themselves a spot in the coveted season finale.
Episode credits
Guest stars Madison VanDenburg, Laine Hardy, Alejandro Aranda, Laci Kaye Booth, Wade Cota
Episode 19
Grand Finale
2h 4mfinale
The second season rounds out with an epic grand finale event, featuring the Top 3 contestants. The crowning moment is preceded by special performances from music legends, including our own superstar judges, the return of fan-favorite contestants and a special visit by last season’s winner, Maddie Poppe.
Episode credits
Guest stars Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon, Madison VanDenburg, Alyssa Raghu, Uché, Daddy Yankee, Laine Hardy, Alejandro Aranda, Maddie Poppe
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
More about American Idol
Cast
Ryan SeacrestSelf - Host
Lionel RichieSelf - Judge
Katy PerrySelf - Judge
Luke BryanSelf - Judge
Bobby BonesSelf - Mentor
Carrie UnderwoodSelf - JudgeEddie IslandSelf
Ashley HessSelf
Production details
- Status
- Returning Series
- Series type
- Reality
- Episodes
- 162
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
ABCUnited States
Disney+
FremantleMedia North AmericaUnited States- 19 EntertainmentUnited States
Themes
aspiring singerauditioncompetitionjudgemusic competitionreality competitionrebootsinger
