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American Idol

5.0200215 seasonsTV-PGTV SeriesReality

Each year, hopeful singers from all over the country audition to be part of one of the biggest shows in American television history. Who will become the new American Idol?

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
Denver & Atlanta Auditions
Jan 6, 2016
E2
Little Rock & San Francisco Auditions
Jan 7, 2016
E3
Philadelphia Auditions
Jan 13, 2016
E4
Denver & Little Rock Auditions
Jan 14, 2016
E5
Auditions #5
Jan 20, 2016
E6
Auditions #6
Jan 21, 2016
E7
Hollywood Round #1
Jan 27, 2016
E8
Hollywood Round #2
Jan 28, 2016
E9
Hollywood Round #3
Feb 3, 2016
E10
Hollywood Round #4
Feb 4, 2016
E11
Showcase #1: 1st 12 Performances
Feb 10, 2016
E12
Showcase #2: Judges Vote
Feb 11, 2016
E13
Showcase #3: 2nd 12 Performances
Feb 17, 2016
E14
Showcase #4: Judges Vote
Feb 18, 2016
E15
Wildcard Night: Judges Pick
Feb 24, 2016
E16
Top 10 Revealed and Perform
Feb 25, 2016
E17
Episode 17
Mar 3, 2016
E18
Top 6 Perform
Mar 10, 2016
E19
Top 5 Perform
Mar 17, 2016
E20
Episode 20
Mar 24, 2016
E21
Episode 21
Mar 31, 2016
E22
American Dream
Apr 5, 2016
E23
Finale (1)
Apr 6, 2016
E24
Finale (2)
Apr 7, 2016

Cast

JLJennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez
Self - Judge
RSRyan Seacrest
Ryan Seacrest
Self - Host
KUKeith Urban
Keith Urban
Self - Judge
HJHarry Connick Jr.
Harry Connick Jr.
Self - Judge

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American Idol — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams American Idol?

American Idol is streaming on Hulu and YouTube TV in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is American Idol on Netflix?

No, American Idol is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Hulu and YouTube TV.

Is American Idol on Amazon Prime Video?

No, American Idol isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Hulu and YouTube TV instead.

Where can I watch American Idol for free?

American Idol is available on Hulu and YouTube TV in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in American Idol?

American Idol has 15 seasons in total (567 episodes). The series concluded in 2016.

Are all episodes of American Idol out yet?

Yes — all 567 episodes across 15 seasons of American Idol are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 16 of American Idol?

No — American Idol ended after 15 seasons, so there is no Season 16.