American Idol (2018)

The iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre is back!

Next episode

Disney Night
Apr 20, 2026

Last episode

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Apr 13, 2026

Seasons

Jan 26, 2026

1. 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."

Feb 02, 2026

2. Auditions 2

Auditions continue, with hopefuls stepping into the spotlight and delivering unforgettable performances.

Feb 09, 2026

3. Auditions 3

The stakes continue to rise as additional hopefuls face the judges with electrifying performances, each vying for a chance at the coveted golden ticket.

Feb 16, 2026

4. Auditions 4

In the final week of auditions, rising stars deliver showstopping performances that stun Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan, setting the stage for Hollywood Week.

Feb 23, 2026

5. 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.

Mar 02, 2026

6. 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.

Mar 09, 2026

7. 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.

Mar 16, 2026

8. 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, Hawaiʻi, Brad Paisley and Keke Palmer mentor the Top 20 hopefuls. Keke also serves as a guest judge, while Iam Tongi and Thunderstorm Artis perform.

Mar 23, 2026

9. 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, Hawai'i, 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.

Mar 30, 2026

10. 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.

Apr 06, 2026

11. '90s Judges' Song Contest

Apr 13, 2026

12. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Apr 20, 2026

13. Disney Night