The iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre is back!
Showing Season 8 of 9
Season 8
2025
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01. Post Oscars: Auditions (Part 1)
2025-03-02
Preview the new season as former "American Idol" winner Carrie Underwood joins Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan at the judges' table, bringing her music expertise to the next generation of talent vying for a shot at stardom. Ryan Seacrest hosts.
02. Season Premiere: Auditions (Part 2)
2025-03-09
Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan head to New York, Los Angeles and Nashville to jump-start auditions, where raw talent and unforgettable performances set the stage for the competition ahead.
03. Auditions (Part 3)
2025-03-16
Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan continue auditions in New York, Los Angeles and Nashville, where impressive competitors showcase their talents in fierce competition.
04. Auditions (Part 4)
2025-03-23
Auditions continue as Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan are wowed by exceptional talent and unforgettable performances.
05. Auditions (Part 5)
2025-03-30
As the final auditions before Hollywood Week unfold, Idol hopefuls turn up the heat with electrifying performances that leave the judges stunned and eager for what's to come.
06. Hollywood Week: Idol Arena
2025-03-31
In the high stakes of Hollywood Week, singers battle through intense challenges and group performances. Luke, Lionel and Carrie face tough decisions that shape the competitors' futures.
07. Hollywood Week: Showstopper
2025-04-06
"American Idol" competitors bring their A-game in the "Showstopper" episode, delivering powerful performances that could make or break their journey to fame. Jelly Roll joins as the first artist in residence to guide them along the way.
08. Head to Head
2025-04-07
The competition heats up as competitors face off in intense head-to-head battles, and this season's new artist in residence, Jelly Roll, makes his highly anticipated debut.
09. Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (Part 1)
2025-04-13
From Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa in Ko Olina Hawai'i, the Top 12 of 24 take the stage with guidance from GRAMMY® Award-winning mentor Ashanti as Jelly Roll steps in as "American Idol"'s artist in residence, and nationwide voting begins.
10. Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (Part 2)
2025-04-14
The second night at Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa in Ko Olina Hawai'i, brings powerhouse performances. GRAMMY® winner Josh Groban mentors the remaining Top 12 of 24, and Jelly Roll continues his role as artist in residence as voting intensifies.
11. Songs of Faith
2025-04-20
"American Idol" celebrates Easter! Enjoy songs of faith from the finalists, GRAMMY(R) winner CeCe Winans, and artist in residence Jelly Roll with Brandon Lake. Plus, judges Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan perform as voting continues.
12. Top 14 Reveal
2025-04-21
The Top 14 are revealed as the finalists return to the stage with powerful, emotional live performances from Hollywood.
13. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
2025-04-27
With guidance from an award-winning guest mentor, the Top 14 take on iconic songs from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legends as America votes live for the Top 12.
14. Iconic Idol Moments
2025-04-28
The Top 12 perform unforgettable songs inspired by iconic "American Idol" moments, honoring the show's legendary history. Season three winner Fantasia returns to the "Idol" stage, and artist in residence Jelly Roll joins our live studio audience.
15. Ladies Night
2025-05-04
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16. TBA
2025-05-05
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17. TBA
2025-05-11
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18. TBA
2025-05-12
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19. Season Finale
2025-05-18
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