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19 Episodes 2009 - 2010
Episode 1
Sat, Sep 26, 2009 60 mins
The Season 4 premiere of "Rewind" looks back at Chicago auditions held during Season 5 of "Idol." Included: Simon is questioned about his rudeness.
Episode 2
Sat, Oct 3, 2009 60 mins
The Season 5 auditions in North Carolina, where the judges discover eventual finalists Kellie Pickler, Paris Bennett and Bucky Covington. Included: in a 2009 interview, Pickler reveals that she almost walked out on her audition.
Episode 3
Sat, Oct 10, 2009 60 mins
Season 5 auditions in Austin and Las Vegas, where eventual winner Taylor Hicks is discovered. Also: a Season 5 audition by Season 7 finalist Carly Smithson.
Episode 4
Sat, Oct 17, 2009 60 mins
Season 5 auditions in Denver, featuring the debut performances of Top 12 finalists Chris Daughtry, Ace Young, Melissa McGhee and Lisa Tucker.
Episode 5
Sat, Oct 24, 2009 60 mins
The Season 5 Boston auditions, where Top 12 finalists Elliott Yamin and Kevin Covais are discovered.
Episode 6
Sat, Oct 31, 2009 60 mins
The Season 5 auditions in San Francisco include the discovery of eventual runner-up Katharine McPhee. Also: one judge walks out following an intense disagreement.
Episode 7
Sat, Nov 7, 2009 60 mins
Season 5's Hollywood Week features 175 hopefuls. Included: a finalist almost gets thrown off stage; Simon offers a humbling public apology; and Chris Daughtry critiques his own dance moves.
Episode 8
Sat, Nov 14, 2009 60 mins
Season 5's Top 12 finalists meet Stevie Wonder and perform his songs. Included: backstage song swaps; Kellie Pickler's confidence problem; and Chris Daughtry's bold song rearrangement.
Episode 9
Sat, Nov 21, 2009 60 mins
Season 5's Top 11 contestants sing songs from the 1950s and receive guidance from Barry Manilow. Included: In a 2009 interview, Chris Daughtry discusses the controversy surrounding his rearrangement of Johnny Cash's classic "I Walk the Line."
Episode 10
Sat, Jan 30, 2010 60 mins
Season 5's Top 10 contestants perform. Included: Chris Daughtry belts out a hard-rock song; and Taylor Hicks sings a soulful ballad. Also: Katharine McPhee discusses flawed song choices in a 2010 interview.
Episode 11
Sat, Feb 6, 2010 60 mins
Season 5's Top 9 contestants sing country songs. Included: Simon's dislike of country music; Chris Daughtry's country roots; and a surprising elimination.
Episode 12
Sat, Feb 13, 2010 60 mins
Season 5's Top 8 contestants perform Queen songs after getting mentored by the band. Included: Chris Daughtry sings "Innuendo"; Katharine McPhee makes a last-minute song switch; and Kellie Pickler tackles "Bohemian Rhapsody."
Episode 13
Sat, Feb 20, 2010 60 mins
Season 5's Top 7 contestants are mentored by Rod Stewart as they sing classic standards. Included: Chris Daughtry performs "What a Wonderful World." Also: Kellie Pickler talks about a mishap that had Stewart blushing.
Episode 14
Sat, Feb 27, 2010 60 mins
A look back at Chris Daughtry's rise to success. Included: his first audition; his most memorable performances; and footage from his band's tour. Also: interviews with the singer and his band members.
Episode 15
Sat, Mar 6, 2010 60 mins
Season 5's Top 6 contestants perform classic love songs and receive mentoring from Andrea Bocelli and David Foster. Included: Katharine McPhee experiences a wardrobe malfunction; and Simon apologizes to a finalist after issuing a harsh criticism.
Episode 16
Sat, Mar 13, 2010 60 mins
Season 5's Top 5 contestants experience the stress of tackling two songs each for the first time. Included: Chris Daughtry reflects on the heavy workload the contestants carry.
Episode 17
Sat, May 1, 2010 60 mins
Season 5's final four contestants sing Elvis Presley songs, and Ryan reveals the surprising news that Chris Daughtry has been eliminated. Included: Katharine McPhee describes the negative audience reaction she received; and Taylor Hicks talks about losing one of his biggest competitors.
Episode 18
Sat, May 15, 2010 60 mins
Season 5's Top 3 contestants battle it out for a spot in the finals after visiting their hometowns. Included: Elliott Yamin reflects on his experience on the show and discusses his late mother.
Episode 19
Sat, May 22, 2010 60 mins
Taylor Hicks and Katharine McPhee compete to be crowned the Season 5 winner, with Hicks claiming victory in the end. Included: info about McPhee's hospital stay a few days before the finale; and details about an on-stage mishap.