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Season 23 – 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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Stephen C @bob25009 Jul 24 19 real American Broadcasting Company episodes. See more 69MUSTANGE C @Mic.1969 Apr 25 I can't believe this still comes on fake so called reality tv! That's the problem with CBS, and ABC it's either worthless talk shows or fake reality shows! See more Heidi O @RT26548776 Apr 21 Ugh. 2 country judges and a faith show. WTF. Carrie Underwood can't even hold a note. She's gotta use vibrato to hold all her notes. Lionel Richie at age 76 can sing better! See more Read all reviews
American Idol — Season 23

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Ryan Seacrest

Host

Carrie Underwood

Judge

Luke Bryan

Judge

Lionel Richie

Judge

Jelly Roll

Guest

Ashanti

Guest

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 2, 2025 801 (Post Oscars: Auditions) A first look at the new judging panel; auditions. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 9, 2025 802 (Season Premiere: Auditions) 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. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 16, 2025 803 (Auditions) Auditions continue in New York, Los Angeles and Nashville, Tennessee, where impressive competitors showcase their talents in fierce competition. Details Episode 4 Aired Mar 23, 2025 804 (Auditions) Auditions continue as Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan are wowed by exceptional talent and unforgettable performances. Details Episode 5 Aired Mar 30, 2025 805 (Auditions) 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. Details Episode 6 Aired Mar 31, 2025 806 (Hollywood Week: Idol Arena) 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. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 6, 2025 807 (Hollywood Week: Showstopper) 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. Details Episode 8 Aired Apr 7, 2025 808 (Head to Head) 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. Details Episode 9 Aired Apr 13, 2025 809 (Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i Part #1) 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. Details Episode 10 Aired Apr 14, 2025 810 (Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i Part #2) Josh Groban mentors the remaining top 12 of 24; Jelly Roll continues his role as artist in residence as voting intensifies. Details Episode 11 Aired Apr 20, 2025 811 (Songs of Faith) "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. Details Episode 12 Aired Apr 21, 2025 812 (Top 14 Reveal) The top 14 are revealed as the finalists return to the stage with live performances from Hollywood. Details Episode 13 Aired Apr 27, 2025 813 (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame) With guidance from James Taylor, the top 14 take on iconic songs from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legends as America votes live for the top 12; the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees are revealed. Details Episode 14 Aired Apr 28, 2025 814 (Iconic Idol Moments) 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. Details Episode 15 Aired May 4, 2025 815 (Ladies' Night) 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. Details Episode 16 Aired May 5, 2025 816 (Judge's Song Contest) 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. Details Episode 17 Aired May 11, 2025 817 (Disney Night #1) "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. Details Episode 18 Aired May 12, 2025 818 (Disney Night #2) "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. Details Episode 19 Aired May 18, 2025 819 (Grand Finale) The top three give their final performances in a star-studded night with music legends and top stars; this year's winner is revealed. Details

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American Idol — Season 23

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Megan Wolflick, Eli Holzman, Aaron Saidman, Megan Michaels
Network
ABC
Rating
TV-PG (L)
Genre
Music, Reality
Original Language
English
Release Date
Mar 2, 2025