Australian Idol
Australian Idol sought to discover the most commercial young singer in Australia through a series of nationwide auditions. The final winner was determined by public voting.
- 2003-2026
- 11 seasons
- Game Show, Music, Reality
Australian Idol sought to discover the most commercial young singer in Australia through a series of nationwide auditions. The final winner was determined by public voting.
Season 8 Episode Guide
21 Episodes 2023
Episode 1
Auditions 1
78 mins
Thousands line the streets of Australia's major cities hoping for a chance to prove they have what it takes to be the next Australian Idol.
Episode 2
Auditions 2
75 mins
With thousands of people auditioning, only 43 golden tickets remain, which guarantee a pass to the next round and a step closer to winning Australian Idol 2023.
Episode 3
Auditions 3
As the top 50 takes shape, the stakes haven't been higher. Everyone wants a golden ticket, even Meghan's 18-month-old son Riley, who surprises her in the audition room and sings his favourite song.
Episode 4
Auditions 4
78 mins
As space in the top 50 dwindles across the country, idol hopefuls do whatever it takes to secure their spot. Who will impress the judges enough to be handed the golden ticket?
Episode 5
Auditions 5
76 mins
The auditions continue. Which idol hopefuls will be one step closer to their dreams, and which will miss their chance?
Episode 6
Auditions 6
75 mins
As tension continues to build, a new set of singers perform for their lives for the chance to become the new Australian Idol.
Episode 7
Auditions 7
70 mins
It's the final lot of auditions. Who will get through to the top 50?
Episode 8
Top 50
76 mins
The top 50 is here. Who will impress the judges and prove they have what it takes to progress?
Episode 9
Top 50
76 mins
The top 50 continues, as contestants give their all to wow the judges.
Episode 10
Top 24
73 mins
We're now down to the final 24 contestants. Who will continue to triumph, as everyone sings for their place in the competition?
Episode 11
Top 24
69 mins
The top 24 continues. Who among the contestants will impress with their singing prowess?
Episode 12
Top 24
68 mins
The top 24 round is almost over, but there are still some surprises in store before live performances begin.
Episode 13
Live Performance Show
94 mins
The Live Performance shows are here.
Episode 14
Live Results Show
44 mins
The results are in. Which contestants will progress, and which ones will miss out on their dream of becoming the next Australian Idol?
Episode 15
Live Performance Show 2
94 mins
The live performances continue. See the remaining contestants give the performance of their lives in front of the audience and the judges.
Episode 16
Live Results Show 2
60 mins
Tonight, on Australian Idol, Voting is now open. Australia decides which artist will proceed to the next round of the competition and make it to Top 8. Special Guest performance by Adam Lambert.
Episode 17
Live Performance Show 3
80 mins
Sunday night the Top 8 perform on the Idol stage in front of the nation and judges Harry Connick Jr, Meghan Trainor, Kyle Sandilands and Amy Shark. Who has what it takes to make the Top 6?
Episode 18
Live Results Show 3
60 mins
Sunday night the Top 8 perform on the Idol stage in front of the nation and judges Harry Connick Jr, Meghan Trainor, Kyle Sandilands and Amy Shark. Who has what it takes to make the Top 6?
Episode 19
Live Performance Show 4
84 mins
The top 6 perform on the Idol stage in front of the nation and judges Harry Connick Jr, Meghan Trainor, Kyle Sandilands and Amy Shark. Who has what it takes to make the top 3?
Episode 20
Live Results Show 4
68 mins
Voting is now open. Australia decides which artist will proceed to the next round of the competition and make it to the top 3. Plus a special guest performance live on the Idol stage.
Episode 21
Grand Finale
100 mins
The top three perform for the final time on the Idol stage in front of the nation and judges Harry Connick Jr, Meghan Trainor, Kyle Sandilands and Amy Shark.
