American Idol

Season 22

TV-PG
Twelve American finalists (six men and six women) compete in a singing contest.

Where to Watch American Idol • Season 22

18 Episodes

  • Auditions 1
    E1
    Auditions 1With 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.
  • Auditions 2
    E2
    Auditions 2Judges 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.
  • Auditions 3
    E3
    Auditions 3Talented 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.
  • Auditions 4
    E4
    Auditions 4The 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.
  • Auditions 5
    E5
    Auditions 5The 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.
  • Hollywood Week - Idol Arena
    E6
    Hollywood Week - Idol ArenaIt'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?
  • Showstopper/Final Judgment
    E7
    Showstopper/Final JudgmentThe 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.
  • Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (1)
    E8
    Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (1)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.
  • Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (2)
    E9
    Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (2)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.
  • Top 20
    E10
    Top 20The 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.
  • Top 14 Reveal
    E11
    Top 14 RevealLive 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.
  • Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
    E12
    Rock & Roll Hall of FamePerforming 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.
  • Billboard #1 Hits
    E13
    Billboard #1 HitsThe 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 on Songs From Their Year of Birth
    E14
    Shania Twain Mentors the Top 10 on Songs From Their Year of BirthShania 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.
  • Judge's Song Contest
    E15
    Judge's Song ContestThe 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.
  • Adele Night
    E16
    Adele NightAiring 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
    E17
    Disney NightDisney 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.
  • Grand Finale
    E18
    Grand FinaleThe 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.

 

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