For what age: 4+
How many episodes in 24 season: 14 episodes
When 24 season of series "American Idol" will be aired
:
First episode drop time is 27 january 2026.
The last season episode will be available 28 april 2026.
When next episode will be aired?
14-th episode is airing : 28 april 2026
Luke, Lionel, Carrie, and Ryan welcome the newest class of hopefuls to Idol University in Nashville, where future stars take their first steps toward becoming the next American Idol.
The competition heats up as auditions continue, with hopefuls stepping into the spotlight and delivering unforgettable performances.
The stakes continue to rise as additional hopefuls face the judges with electrifying performances, each vying for a chance at the coveted golden ticket.
In the final week of auditions, rising stars deliver showstopping performances that stun Luke, Lionel, Carrie, and Ryan, setting the stage for Hollywood Week.
For the first time, Idol is bringing Hollywood Week to Music City as hopefuls take the stage for a make-or-break performance and face the biggest Hollywood Week cut in Idol history.
Hollywood Week in Music City continues, pushing hopefuls to their maximum potential as they compete to wow the judges. In the end, only 30 move forward.
At Aulani Resort, hopefuls take the stage to perform for their own families, industry tastemakers, and their fellow hopefuls. In the end, only 20 move forward.
As the competition continues at Aulani, Brad Paisley and Keke Palmer mentor the Top 20 hopefuls. Keke also serves as a guest judge, while Iam Tongi and Thunderstorm Artis perform.
In the final week at Aulani, Brad Paisley and Keke Palmer continue mentoring the Top 20 hopefuls. Keke returns to the judging panel and takes the stage for a performance. Skip Marley also performs.
The Idol hopefuls lift their voices in inspiring songs of faith. By the end of the night, only 12 finalists continue on the journey to become the next singing sensation.
The Top 12 take on the "Judges' Song Contest", performing '90s hits secretly picked by Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, or Carrie Underwood. Plus, stars of ABC's "TGIF" '90s lineup hang with the hopefuls in the lounge as America votes for the Top 11.
The Top 11 perform iconic hits from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees as America votes live for the Top 9. Inductees for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class of 2026 ceremony are revealed.
The Top 9 bring iconic Disney songs to life as America votes live to decide which seven finalists move one step closer to their dream of becoming the next American Idol.
