American Idol

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  • FOX
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  • Game show Musical Reality

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Auditions #1
Episode overview
06, 2016
The fun begins for this farewell season when host Ryan Seacrest and returning judges Jennifer Lopez, Keith Urban, and Harry Connick, Jr. travel to Denver and Atlanta, to discover the city's best talent.
15x2
Auditions #2
Episode overview
07, 2016
Auditions continue in Little Rock and San Francisco on Part Two of the two-night Season Premiere.
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Auditions #3
Episode overview
13, 2016
Ryan and the judges continue their search for talent as auditions continue in Philadelphia.
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Auditions #4
Episode overview
14, 2016
Ryan, Jennifer, Keith, and Harry search the country for the most talented vocalists as the auditions continue in Denver and Little Rock, Ark.
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Auditions #5
Episode overview
20, 2016
Hopefuls audition for the judges in Atlanta, Little Rock, Ark., Philadelphia and San Francisco.
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Auditions #6
Episode overview
21, 2016
Hopefuls perform for the judges in Atlanta, Philadelphia and San Francisco.
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Hollywood Round #1
Episode overview
27, 2016
The judges have heard auditions from all over the country, and now it's time for the best of the best to see if they are cut out for Hollywood.
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Hollywood Round #2
Episode overview
28, 2016
The contestants press on to show the judges what they've got as Hollywood Week continues.
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Hollywood Round #3
Episode overview
03, 2016
Hollywood week continues and the contestants are put to the test. Who will come out on top?
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Hollywood Round #4
Episode overview
04, 2016
The contestants have survived Hollywood week and it is time to find out who will continue on in the competition. Only the best of the best will make it through as the Top 24 are revealed.
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Showcase #1: 1st 12 Performances
Episode overview
10, 2016
The Top 24 have been chosen, and now it's time for the contestants to show the judges that they are here to stay. Twelve of the Top 24 perform in hopes of earning their spot.
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Showcase #2: Judges Vote
Episode overview
11, 2016
Idol fan favorites Ruben Studdard, Fantasia, Scotty McCreery, Lauren Alaina, Caleb Johnson, and Nick Fradiani return to mentor and sing with the contestants. Then, after giving it their .. show full overview
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Showcase #3: 2nd 12 Performances
Episode overview
17, 2016
The remaining 12 of the Top 24 get their chance to shine as they perform for the judges' votes.
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Showcase #4: Judges Vote
Episode overview
18, 2016
Idol fan favorites Constantine Maroulis, Chris Daughtry, Kellie Pickler, Jordin Sparks, David Cook, and Haley Reinhart return to mentor the contestants and perform. The judges vote on .. show full overview
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Wildcard Night: Judges Pick
Episode overview
24, 2016
After proving themselves alongside Idol legends, some semifinalists will reach the end of their journey. The judges will announce the first 4 semi-finalists to make it into the Top 10, .. show full overview
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Top 10 Revealed and Perform
Episode overview
25, 2016
The first live show of the season is finally here! Host Ryan Seacrest will reveal America's Vote and announce the final two semi-finalists joining the Top 10. Then, the Top 10 finalists will perform for America's vote.
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Top 8 Perform
Episode overview
03, 2016
America has spoken! Find out which finalists have made it to the Top 8 and who will have to say goodbye. (550th episode)
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Top 6 Perform
Episode overview
10, 2016
As the competition moves forward, Idol hopefuls have limited time to make a name for themselves. Find out who will move on and who has reached the end of the road.
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Top 5 Perform
Episode overview
17, 2016
Find out who will earn a coveted spot in the Top 5. Also, a performance by Adam Lambert.
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Top 4 Perform
Episode overview
24, 2016
Another finalist's journey will end and only 4 will remain in the battle to become the next American Idol.
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Top 3 Perform
Episode overview
31, 2016
Week after week, each finalist has done their best to win the hearts of America. Find out who must say goodbye and who has earned a spot in the coveted Top 3.
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American Dream
Episode overview
05, 2016
Current and former judges, contestants, and the behind-the-scenes team members share memories in a retrospective of the singing competition.
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Top 2 Perform
Episode overview
06, 2016
After weeks of eliminations, the series' final Top Three battle it out live from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
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Winner Chosen
Episode overview
07, 2016
After 15 seasons of epic performances, star power and incredible moments, the final American Idol will be crowned and the farewell celebration will continue, as Idol pays tribute to the .. show full overview

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