American Idol
There are singers, then there are idols.
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There are singers, then there are idols.
Season 23 Episode Guide
19 Episodes 2025
Episode 1
801 (Post Oscars: Auditions)
Sun, Mar 2, 2025 21 mins
A first look at the new judging panel; auditions.
Episode 2
802 (Season Premiere: Auditions)
Sun, Mar 9, 2025 85 mins
Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan head to New York, Los Angeles and Nashville to jump-start auditions; raw talent and unforgettable performances set the stage for the competition ahead.
Episode 3
803 (Auditions)
Sun, Mar 16, 2025 85 mins
Auditions continue in New York, Los Angeles and Nashville, Tennessee, where impressive competitors showcase their talents in fierce competition.
Episode 4
804 (Auditions)
Sun, Mar 23, 2025 84 mins
Auditions continue as Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan are wowed by exceptional talent and unforgettable performances.
Episode 5
805 (Auditions)
Sun, Mar 30, 2025 85 mins
As the final auditions before Hollywood Week unfold, Idol hopefuls turn up the heat with electrifying performances that leave the judges stunned and eager for what's to come.
Episode 6
806 (Hollywood Week: Idol Arena)
Mon, Mar 31, 2025 85 mins
In the high stakes of Hollywood Week, singers battle through intense challenges and group performances; Luke, Lionel and Carrie face tough decisions that shape the competitors' futures.
Episode 7
807 (Hollywood Week: Showstopper)
Sun, Apr 6, 2025 85 mins
Competitors bring their A-game in the showstopper episode, delivering powerful performances that could make or break their journey to fame; Jelly Roll joins as the first artist in residence to guide them along the way.
Episode 8
808 (Head to Head)
Mon, Apr 7, 2025 85 mins
The competition heats up as competitors face off in intense head-to-head battles; this season's new artist in residence, Jelly Roll, makes his highly anticipated debut.
Episode 9
809 (Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i Part #1)
Sun, Apr 13, 2025 85 mins
The top 12 of 24 take the stage with guidance from mentor Ashanti; Jelly Roll steps in as "American Idol's" artist in residence; nationwide voting begins.
Episode 10
810 (Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i Part #2)
Mon, Apr 14, 2025 85 mins
Josh Groban mentors the remaining top 12 of 24; Jelly Roll continues his role as artist in residence as voting intensifies.
Episode 11
811 (Songs of Faith)
Sun, Apr 20, 2025 128 mins
"American Idol" celebrates Easter with songs of faith from the finalists, CeCe Winans, and artist in residence Jelly Roll with Brandon Lake; judges Lionel Richie, Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan perform as voting continues.
Episode 12
812 (Top 14 Reveal)
Mon, Apr 21, 2025 85 mins
The top 14 are revealed as the finalists return to the stage with live performances from Hollywood.
Episode 13
813 (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame)
Sun, Apr 27, 2025 85 mins
With guidance from an award-winning guest mentor, the top 14 take on iconic songs from Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legends as America votes lives for the top 12.
Episode 14
814 (Iconic Idol Moments)
Mon, Apr 28, 2025 85 mins
The top 12 perform unforgettable songs inspired by iconic "American Idol" moments; Season 3 winner Fantasia returns to the stage; artist in residence Jelly Roll joins a live studio audience.
Episode 15
815 (Ladies' Night)
Sun, May 4, 2025 85 mins
Powerhouse performances celebrate iconic women of music, featuring Miranda Lambert; the top 10 return hoping to earn a spot in the top 8; America votes live to decide who moves one step closer to becoming the next American Idol.
Episode 16
816 (Judge's Song Contest)
Mon, May 5, 2025 85 mins
The top 8 perform songs secretly selected by Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie or Carrie Underwood in the Judge's Song Contest; Jelly Roll is the artist in residence; America votes for the top 6, and the judges save one to complete the top 7.
Episode 17
817 (Disney Night #1)
Sun, May 11, 2025 85 mins
"Disney Night" celebrates Mother's Day with special guest Lin-Manuel Miranda; the top seven travel to Disneyland Resort and light up the stage with Disney classics as America votes for the five moving forward in the competition.
Episode 18
818 (Disney Night #2)
Mon, May 12, 2025 85 mins
"Disney Night" continues with heroes, villains and a special appearance by Lin-Manuel Miranda; the top five travel to Disneyland Resort and perform twice as America votes for the three heading to the finale.
Episode 19
819 (Grand Finale)
Sun, May 18, 2025 127 mins
The top three give their final performances in a star-studded night with music legends and top stars; this year's winner is revealed.