TV series
American Idol
Dream big.
Each year, hopeful singers from all over the country audition to be part of one of the biggest shows in American television history. Who will become the new American Idol?
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Synopsis
Each year, hopeful singers from all over the country audition to be part of one of the biggest shows in American television history. Who will become the new American Idol?
Season 13 episodes
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Episode 7
Hollywood or Home Round
Upon their arrival in Hollywood, the contestants must perform for the judges; contestants who don't make the cut are sent back home.
Where to watch American IdolEpisode 8
Hollywood Round, Week No. 1
Solo and group performances in Los Angeles.
Where to watch American IdolEpisode 9
Hollywood Round, Week No. 2
Group and solo performances in Los Angeles.
Where to watch American IdolEpisode 10
Hollywood Round, Week No. 3
Following more performances, the top semifinalists are announced.
Where to watch American IdolEpisode 16
12 Finalists Perform
The dozen remaining finalists perform.
Where to watch American IdolEpisode 17
Results Show
The contestants face elimination.
Episode credits
Directed by Louis J. Horvitz
Episode 18
11 Finalists Perform
Eleven finalists perform.
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Directed by Louis J. Horvitz
Episode 19
Results Show
The contestants face elimination.
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Directed by Louis J. Horvitz
Episode 20
10 Finalists Perform
The top 10 finalists perform.
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Directed by Louis J. Horvitz
Episode 21
Results Show
Contestants face elimination.
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Directed by Louis J. Horvitz
Episode 22
Finalists Perform
The finalists perform.
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Directed by Louis J. Horvitz
Episode 23
Results Show
Contestants face elimination.
Episode credits
Directed by Louis J. Horvitz
Episode 24
Finalists Perform
The top finalists perform for the judges.
Episode credits
Directed by Louis J. Horvitz
Episode 25
Results Show
One contestant is voted off.
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Directed by Louis J. Horvitz
Episode 26
Finalists Perform
The top finalists perform for the judges.
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Directed by Louis J. Horvitz
Episode 28
Finalists Perform
The finalists perform for the judges.
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Directed by Louis J. Horvitz
Episode 30
Top 6 Finalists Perform
Six finalists perform for the judges.
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Directed by Louis J. Horvitz
Episode 32
5 Finalists Perform
The top five finalists perform for the judges.
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Directed by Louis J. Horvitz
Episode 34
4 Finalists Perform
The four remaining finalists perform.
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Directed by Louis J. Horvitz
Episode 36
3 Finalists Compete
In the 500th episode, the top three finalists perform.
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Directed by Louis J. Horvitz
Episode 38
Two Finalists Compete
The top two finalists perform.
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Directed by Louis J. Horvitz
Episode 39
Winner Chosen
The top finalists reunite; the winner is revealed.
Where to watch American IdolEpisode information updated Jul 24, 2026
More about American Idol
Cast
Ryan SeacrestSelf - Host
Simon CowellSelf - Judge
Randy JacksonSelf - Judge
Steven TylerSelf - Judge
Kara DioGuardiSelf - Judge
Brian DunklemanSelf - Host
Keith UrbanSelf - Judge
Paula AbdulSelf - JudgeCredits
- Created by
- Simon Fuller
- Written by
- Simon Fuller
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Reality
- Episodes
- 567
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
FOXUnited States
