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Season 17 – American Idol

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Singers with dreams of super stardom audition and compete in a series of challenging rounds in the hope of living their childhood and lifelong dreams.

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SkyRo P @TheMovieSearch 08/12/2024 American Idol, a trailblazing competition that has the power to turn unknown individuals into superstars, has captivated audiences worldwide. The trio of judges, Randy, Paula, and Simon, brought their unique personalities and expertise to the show, creating an unforgettable dynamic. Over the seasons, American Idol has seen its share of memorable winners and controversial outcomes. From the quiet yet powerful vocals of Kelly Clarkson in season one to the legendary country singer Carrie Underwood in season four, each winner brought their own flair to the competition. Season five brought a new controversy with Taylor Hicks' win, overshadowing talented contestants like Chris Daughtry and Elliott Yamin. Despite the ups and downs, the show continued to produce stars like Jordin Sparks, Adam Lambert, and Scotty McCreery in later seasons. As the seasons progressed, American Idol faced challenges with judges' dynamics and changing formats. Winners like Caleb Johnson and Nick Fradiani faced struggles in establishing their post-show careers, highlighting the difficulties of maintaining success after the spotlight of the competition. The return of the show with new judges like Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan brought fresh energy to American Idol. However, recent winners like Maddie Poppe and Laine Hardy have faced challenges in making a lasting impact in the music industry. Season 23 holds the hope for a new mega star to emerge, reconnecting audiences with the show's legacy of producing successful winners. Despite the setbacks and controversies, American Idol remains a platform for aspiring artists to showcase their talent and reach for stardom. With its rich history of iconic moments and unforgettable performances, American Idol continues to be a cultural phenomenon that sparks the dreams of aspiring musicians and entertains audiences around the world. See more Read all reviews
American Idol — Season 17

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Katy Perry

Judge

Luke Bryan

Judge

Lionel Richie

Judge

Ryan Seacrest

Host

Madison VanDenburg

Contestant

Shawn Robinson

Contestant

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 3, 2019 201 (Auditions) Aspiring singers in Louisville, Ky., Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, Los Angeles, New York, and Denver see if they have what it takes to earn a coveted golden ticket to Hollywood. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 6, 2019 202 (Auditions) Aspiring singers from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, Louisville, Ky., and Los Angeles see if they have what it takes to earn a coveted golden ticket to Hollywood. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 10, 2019 203 (Auditions) Aspiring singers from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, New York, Louisville, Ky., and Los Angeles see if they have what it takes to earn a coveted golden ticket to Hollywood; a fan favorite returns; Lionel Richie's walk down memory lane. Details Episode 4 Aired Mar 17, 2019 204 (Auditions) Aspiring singers from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, New York, Louisville, Ky., and Los Angeles see if they have what it takes to earn a coveted golden ticket to Hollywood. Details Episode 5 Aired Mar 18, 2019 205 (Auditions) Aspiring singers from Los Angeles, New York, Louisville, Ky. and Denver see if they have what it takes to move on in the competition; an audition surprises the judges. Details Episode 6 Aired Mar 24, 2019 206 (Hollywood Week) Tensions are high as hopefuls battle it out in solo and group round performances; one lucky contestant receives a heartfelt gift from Luke Bryan. Details Episode 7 Aired Mar 25, 2019 207 (Hollywood Week) Contestants battle it out in group rounds and solo performances in the hope of advancing to the next round of the competition. Details Episode 8 Aired Mar 31, 2019 208 (Showcase/Final Judgment) The top 40 contestants take to the beach and perform solo in front of a live audience in Ko Olina, Hawaii; the judges sit down with each contestant to reveal their fate, culminating with the show's top 20 finalists. Details Episode 9 Aired Apr 1, 2019 209 (Top 20 Solos) The stakes grow higher as the top 20 finalists perform in front of a live audience. Details Episode 10 Aired Apr 7, 2019 210 (All-Star Duets) Ten of the top 20 finalists perform duets with celebrity partners as the search for America's next superstar continues. Details Episode 11 Aired Apr 8, 2019 211 (All-Star Duets) The remaining 10 contestants of the top 20 perform duets with celebrity partners. Details Episode 12 Aired Apr 14, 2019 212 (Top 14) In hopes of winning over the hearts of viewers and being voted through to the next phase of the competition, the top 14 contestants perform on the iconic Idol stage for the first time. Details Episode 13 Aired Apr 15, 2019 213 (Top 10 Reveal) The seven contestants with the most votes by America take their spot in the top 10; the seven remaining contestants sing to impress the judges. Details Episode 14 Aired Apr 21, 2019 214 (Disney Night) Celebrity mentor Rebel Wilson joins the contestants at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif., where they prepare to perform fan-favorite Disney songs. Details Episode 15 Aired Apr 22, 2019 Meet Your Finalists A look at each finalist's journey thus far, highlighting new, never-before-seen songs, stories, performances and footage; favorite moments from the season. Details Episode 16 Aired Apr 28, 2019 215 Each contestant takes on a song from the Queen catalogue, before partnering up for classic movie duet performances; Adam Lambert acts as celebrity guest mentor. Details Episode 17 Aired May 5, 2019 216 (Woodstock and Show Stoppers) Each contestant performs one inspirationally powerful song with the help of Lauren Daigle, then the constestants take on songs performed at the famed Woodstock Music Festival in 1969; Gabby Barrett performs. Details Episode 18 Aired May 12, 2019 217 Each contestant performs three songs, including a pick from mentor Bobby Bones, a song dedicated to their heroes in honor of Mother's Day and a selection from Elton John's catalog. Details Episode 19 Aired May 19, 2019 218 (Season Finale) The winner is announced; scheduled performers include Adam Lambert, Carrie Underwood, Daddy Yankee, Dan + Shay, Jon Pardi, Kane Brown, Kool and the Gang, Luke Bryan, Montell Jordan, Shayy and Weezer. Details

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American Idol — Season 17

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Season Info

Director
Phil Heyes, Russell Norman
Executive Producer
Trish Kinane, Jennifer Mullin
Network
ABC
Rating
TV-PG (L)
Genre
Music, Reality
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 3, 2019