For what age: 4+
How many episodes in 22 season: 18 episodes
With help from judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie, viewers embark on a nationwide search across Los Angeles, Nashville, and the judges' very own hometowns to find the next singing sensation.
Judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie join host Ryan Seacrest for a special walk down memory lane in their hometowns while auditions in search of the most talented singers and musicians continue.
Talented hopefuls inch one step closer to Hollywood stardom as they audition for the judges. Viewers glimpse into the judges' own beginnings with memorable trips to their hometowns.
The judges 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.
The stakes are high in the final round of auditions for the judges, as aspiring superstars perform in hopes of advancing to Hollywood Week and becoming the next American Idol.
It's Hollywood Week, and the pressure is on for Idol finalists, with only one chance to perform for the judges. Who will survive the biggest cut in Idol history?
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.
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. Tori Kelly mentors, performs, and joins the judges on the panel. Reigning American Idol Iam Tongi also performs.
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.
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.
Live from Hollywood, 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 4 who will round out the Top 14.
Performing live from Hollywood in front of the judges, 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.
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.
Shania Twain mentors the Top 10 who perform songs from their birth years, all vying for a spot in the Top 8 as America votes live. 2011 winner Scotty McCreery performs and 2020 winner Just Sam performs.
The Top 8 perform one of three songs secretly selected by Luke, Katy and Lionel, who are each competing for most songs chosen. America votes live for the Top 6, and the judges make a save for the Top 7. Plus, a special tribute to Idol alum Mandisa.
Airing live coast to coast, the Top 7 finalists take on iconic hits from Adele, as America votes live for the Top 5. Meanwhile, Meghan Trainor returns to perform her new single, "Been Like This".
Disney Night is back with more magic from Walt Disney World. The Top 5 each perform two beloved favorites from the Disney Songbook as America votes live coast to coast for the Top 3 that will go to the finale.
The Top 3 finalists give their all for the last chance to earn America's vote. Jon Bon Jovi serves as guest mentor, plus special performances from more music legends and today's top stars.
