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American Idol
The iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre is back!
- Cast:
- Ryan Seacrest, Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, Carrie Underwood
- Language:
- English
- Country:
- United States of America
- Network:
- ABC, Disney+
Episode guide
Seasons
Season 5
Episodes
E01
Episode 1
501 (Auditions)
2022-02-27 · 86mHopefuls perform for the judges in three cities.
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E02
Episode 2
502 (Auditions)
2022-03-06 · 86mHopefuls perform for the judges in three cities; the second platinum ticket winner is revealed.
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E03
Episode 3
503 (Auditions)
2022-03-13 · 86mAuditions continue across Los Angeles, Calif., Austin, Texas and Nashville, Tenn.
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504 (Auditions)
2022-03-20 · 86mAuditions continue across Los Angeles, Calif.; Austin, Texas; and Nashville, Tenn., where the show's iconic judge auditions will surprise audiences and hopefuls alike with never-before-seen twists.
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E05
Episode 5
505 (Auditions)
2022-03-21 · 85mAuditions across Los Angeles; Austin, Texas; and Nashville, Tenn., come to an end; the final Platinum Ticket winner is revealed.
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E06
Episode 6
505A (Auditions)
2022-03-27 · 40mThe judges continue their search for the next singing sensation in Los Angeles; Austin, Texas; and Nashville, Tenn.
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E07
Episode 7
506 (Hollywood Week: Genre Challenge)
2022-03-28 · 86mThe search for the next superstar continues as some of the most prolific alums in the shows history return to mentor the contestants; fan favorites from auditions take the stage for the genre challenge to sing their hearts out.
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E08
Episode 8
507 (Hollywood Duets Challenge)
2022-04-03 · 86mFan favorites 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.
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E09
Episode 9
508 (Showstopper/Final Judgment)
2022-04-04 · 86mThe search for the next superstar continues with the showstoppers round; 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 coveted top 24.
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E10
Episode 10
509 (Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (1))
2022-04-10 · 86mThe contestants wrap up two nights of top 24 performances; Bebe Rexha mentors hopefuls as they belt out unforgettable tunes in hopes of making it through to the next round.
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E11
Episode 11
510 (Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (2))
2022-04-11 · 83mThe contestants wrap up two nights of top 24 performances; Bebe Rexha mentors hopefuls as they belt out unforgettable tunes in hopes of making it through to the next round.
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E12
Episode 12
511 (Season 20's Top 20)
2022-04-17 · 128mThe competition heats up as last week's votes are in and this seasons top 20 hand-picked by America will be revealed; the remaining contestants perform and viewers at home will vote once again to determine who will make it to the next round.
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512 (Top 14 Live Reveal)
2022-04-18 · 86mAmerica's votes determine which 10 hopefuls continue on their musical journey; the judges choose an additional four singers to join the top 14
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513 (Top 14)
2022-04-24 · 85mCountry music star Gabby Barrett returns to mentor the top 14.
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514 (Judge's Song Contest)
2022-04-25 · 86mThe judges pick songs for each of the top 11 to perform; each contestant selects their favorite song.
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515 (Disney Night)
2022-05-01 · 85mContestants perform beloved Disney tunes in hopes of securing America's vote.
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Episode 17
516 (The Great Idol Reunion)
2022-05-02 · 43m"American Idol" greats -- including Ruben Studdard, Scotty McCreery, Jordin Sparks, David Cook, Lauren Alaina, Kris Allen, Maddie Poppe, Laine Hardy, Willie Spence and Caleb Lee Hutchinson -- reunite on the Idol stage.
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517 (Top 7)
2022-05-08 · 85mIn a special Mother's Day episode, the top seven dedicate songs to their mother or the mother figure in their lives; will.i.am returns to mentor the remaining contestants vying for a spot in the top five.
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518 (Top 5)
2022-05-15 · 85mThe Top 5 contestants travel to Las Vegas to be mentored by Carrie Underwood; each contestant will perform two songs.
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519 (Grand Finale)
2022-05-22 · 128mThe top three perform, and a winner is chosen; guest performers include Carrie Underwood, James Arthur, Sara Bareilles, Gabby Barrett, Michael Bublé, Deana Carter, Earth, Wind & Fire, Melissa Etheridge, Flo Rida, Ben Platt and more.
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Ryan Seacrest
Self - Host
Lionel Richie
Self - Judge
Luke Bryan
Self - Judge
Carrie Underwood
Self - Judge
