Rotten Tomatoes
Movies Tv shows RT App News Showtimes

Season 24 – American Idol

Play trailer Poster for Season 24 – American Idol Next Ep May 4 Music Reality Play Trailer Watchlist
Watchlist Tomatometer Popcornmeter
Tomatometer 0 Reviews Popcornmeter Fewer than 50 Ratings
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.
Watch on Disney+ Stream Now

Where to Watch

American Idol — Season 24

Audience Reviews

View More
Stephen C @bob25009 Feb 20 10 real American Broadcasting Company episodes. See more Heidi O @RT78977918 Jan 29 Two country hosts, moved Hollywood week to Nashville and dissed Illinois and Michigan on the first show. Not to mention brought carrie underwood back who has problems with minorities and is always rolling her eyes at Lionel Richie. Seems like MAGA show for haters. See more Read all reviews
American Idol — Season 24

My Rating

Read More Read Less WRITE A REVIEW EDIT REVIEW POST RATING

Cast & Crew

View All

Carrie Underwood

Judge

Luke Bryan

Judge

Lionel Richie

Judge

Ryan Seacrest

Host

Keke Palmer

Guest

Nikki Glaser

Guest

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 26, 2026 901 (Auditions) Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan welcome the newest class of hopefuls to Idol University in Nashville, where future stars take their first steps toward becoming the next "American Idol." Details Episode 2 Aired Feb 2, 2026 902 (Auditions) Auditions continue, with hopefuls stepping into the spotlight and delivering unforgettable performances. Details Episode 3 Aired Feb 9, 2026 903 (Auditions) The stakes continue to rise as additional hopefuls face the judges with electrifying performances. Details Episode 4 Aired Feb 16, 2026 904 (Auditions) In the final week of auditions, rising stars deliver showstopping performances that stun Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan, setting the stage for Hollywood Week. Details Episode 5 Aired Feb 23, 2026 905 (Hollywood Week in Music City -- Part 1) For the first time, Idol is bringing Hollywood Week to Music City as hopefuls take the stage for a make-or-break performance and face the biggest Hollywood Week cut in Idol history. Details Episode 6 Aired Mar 2, 2026 906 (Hollywood Week in Music City -- Part 2) Hollywood Week in Music City continues, pushing hopefuls to their maximum potential as they compete to wow the judges; in the end, only 30 move forward. Details Episode 7 Aired Mar 9, 2026 907 ('Ohana Round) At Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai'i, hopefuls take the stage to perform for their own families, industry tastemakers and their fellow hopefuls; 20 contestants move forward. Details Episode 8 Aired Mar 16, 2026 908 (Top 20 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i -- Part 1) As the competition continues at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai'i, Brad Paisley and Keke Palmer mentor the Top 20 hopefuls; Keke also serves as a guest judge, while Iam Tongi and Thunderstorm Artis perform. Details Episode 9 Aired Mar 23, 2026 909 (Top 20 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i -- Part 2) In the final week at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaiʻi, Brad Paisley and Keke Palmer continue mentoring the top 20 hopefuls; Keke returns to the judging panel and takes the stage for a performance; Skip Marley performs. Details Episode 10 Aired Mar 30, 2026 Songs of Faith The hopefuls lift their voices in inspiring songs of faith; 12 finalists continue on the journey to become the next singing sensation. Details Episode 11 Aired Apr 6, 2026 911 (90s Judges' Song Contest) The Top 12 perform '90s hits secretly picked by Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie or Carrie Underwood; stars of ABC's "TGIF" '90s lineup hang with the hopefuls in the lounge as America votes for the Top 11. Details Episode 12 Aired Apr 13, 2026 912 (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame) The Top 11 perform iconic hits from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees; inductees for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class of 2026 ceremony are revealed. Details Episode 13 Aired Apr 20, 2026 913 (Disney Night) The Top 9 bring iconic Disney songs to life as America votes live to decide which seven finalists move one step closer to their dream of becoming the next "American Idol." Details Episode 14 Aired Apr 27, 2026 914 (Celebrating Taylor Swift on American Idol) The Top 7 celebrate Taylor Swift's chart-topping hits and defining eras as America votes live to reveal the Top 5; a salute to California's biggest artists; Nikki Glaser guest judges. Details Episode 15 Airs May 4 915 (Class of 2006: Reunion/Idol X DWTS) At the "American Idol" 20th high school reunion, fan-favorite idols from the class of 2006, along with special guests, return as "Dancing With the Stars" pros bring some ballroom flair to the celebration; America votes live for the Top 3. Details Episode 16 Airs May 11 916 (Grand Finale) 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. Details

More Like This

View All
Making the Band % % Making the Band Watchlist America's Got Talent % % America's Got Talent Watchlist TRAILER for America's Got Talent Sing On! 78% % Sing On! Watchlist Real Country % % Real Country Watchlist Superfan % 88% Superfan Watchlist Discover more movies and TV shows. View More
View All

American Idol — Season 24

American Idol American Idol View more photos

Season Info

Executive Producer
Eli Holzman, Aaron Saidman, Megan Wolflick
Network
ABC
Rating
TV-PG (L)
Genre
Music, Reality
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 26, 2026