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American Idol

2018 Returning Series

6.7/10 31 votes

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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+

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Season 7

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E01

Episode 1

701 (Auditions)

2024-02-18 · 86m

Viewers embark on a nationwide search across Los Angeles, Nashville and the judges' hometowns to find the next singing sensation.

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E02

Episode 2

702 (Auditions)

2024-02-25 · 86m

The judges join host Ryan Seacrest for a special walk down memory lane in their hometowns while auditions continue.

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E03

Episode 3

703 (Auditions)

2024-03-03 · 86m

Talented hopefuls inch one step closer to Hollywood stardom as they audition for judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. Ryan Seacrest hosts. Meanwhile, viewers glimpse into the judges' own beginnings with memorable trips to their hometowns.

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Episode 4

704 (Auditions)

2024-03-17 · 86m

Superstar judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie 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.

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Episode 5

705 (Auditions)

2024-03-24 · 86m

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

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Episode 6

706 (Hollywood Week - Idol Arena)

2024-03-31 · 86m

It's Hollywood Week, and the pressure is on for Idol finalists, with only one chance to perform for judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie in the first-ever Idol Arena. Who will survive the biggest cut in Idol history?

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Episode 7

707 (Showstopper/Final Judgment)

2024-04-01 · 86m

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.

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Episode 8

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

2024-04-07 · 86m

The Top 24 travel to Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa in Ko Olina Hawai'i, with 12 taking the stage for America's first vote this season.

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Episode 9

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

2024-04-08 · 86m

Filmed at Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa in Ko Olina Hawai'i, 12 of the Top 24 hit the stage for another night of star-making performances as America votes for the top 20; Jelly Roll mentors, performs and joins the judges on the panel.

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E10

Episode 10

710 (Top 20)

2024-04-14 · 128m

The top 20 Idol hopefuls perform a song of their choice to capture America's vote once more as the results from the top 24 vote are revealed.

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Episode 11

711 (Top 14 Reveal)

2024-04-15 · 85m

The top 20 take the stage again as host Ryan Seacrest reveals the 10 hopefuls America has voted to advance; the judges select the remaining four who will round out the top 14.

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Episode 12

712 (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame)

2024-04-21 · 85m

Performing live from Hollywood in front of judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, the Top 14 take on songs from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees as America votes. By the end of the show, the Top 12 will be revealed.

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Episode 13

713 (Billboard #1 Hits)

2024-04-22 · 85m

The competition heats up as the Top 12 perform their favorite Billboard No. 1 hits live from Hollywood, giving their all to earn America's vote once more. Two Idol journeys will come to an end as the Top 10 is solidified by the end of the night.

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E14

Episode 14

714 (Shania Twain Mentors the Top 10 on Songs from Their Year of Birth)

2024-04-28 · 85m

Country music icon Shania Twain mentors the top 10 as they vie for a spot in the top eight with songs from their birth years; performances from Scotty McCreery and Just Sam.

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Episode 15

715 (Judge's Song Contest)

2024-04-29 · 85m

The Top 8 perform one of three songs anonymously selected by Luke Bryan, Katy Perry or Lionel Richie, who are each competing for most songs chosen. America votes live coast to coast for their Top 6, with the judges making one save for the Top 7.

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Episode 16

716 (Adele Night)

2024-05-05 · 85m

Airing live coast to coast, the Top 7 finalists take on iconic hits from beloved 16-time GRAMMY(R) winner and bestselling artist Adele, as America votes live for the Top 5. Meanwhile, Meghan Trainor returns to perform her new single, "Been Like This."

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E17

Episode 17

717 (Disney Night)

2024-05-12 · 85m

The top five each perform two beloved favorites from the Disney songbook as America votes for the top three heading to the finale.

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Episode 18

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718 (Grand Finale)

2024-05-19 · 128m

The top three finalists give their all for the last chance to earn America's vote; Jon Bon Jovi serves as guest mentor and performer, plus special performances from other music legends and today’s top stars.

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