American Idol - Season 20
Season 20
Episodes
Auditions 1
This season, viewers will embark on a nationwide search across Nashville, Tennessee, Austin, Texas, and Los Angeles, California, where the show's iconic judge auditions will surprise audiences and hopefuls alike with never-before-seen twists and a first-ever Platinum ticket winner.
Auditions 2
Auditions continue across Los Angeles, California; Austin, Texas; and Nashville, Tennessee, where the show's iconic judge auditions will surprise audiences and hopefuls alike with never-before-seen twists and the second-ever Platinum Ticket winner is revealed.
Auditions 3
Auditions continue across Los Angeles, Calif., Austin, Texas and Nashville, Tenn.
Auditions 4
Auditions continue across Los Angeles, California; Austin, Texas; and Nashville, Tennessee, where the show's iconic judge auditions will surprise audiences and hopefuls alike with never-before-seen twists.
Auditions 5
As the final auditions across Los Angeles, California; Austin, Texas; and Nashville, Tennessee, come to an end, the show's iconic judge auditions will surprise audiences and hopefuls alike with never-before-seen twists; and the final Platinum Ticket winner is revealed.
Auditions 5A
The journey to find America's next singing sensation continues, with further auditions across Los Angeles, California; Austin, Texas; and Nashville, Tennessee. The show's iconic judge auditions will surprise audiences and hopefuls alike with never-before-seen twists.
Hollywood Week: Genre Challenge
The search for the next superstar continues as some of the most prolific alums in the shows history return to mentor the contestants; fan favorites from auditions take the stage for the genre challenge to sing their hearts out.
Hollywood Duets Challenge
Hollywood Week continues as fan favorites form dynamic duos and hit the Hollywood stage for the Duets Challenge. Platinum Ticket winners handpick their duet partners and rejoin the competition in hopes of making it through to the next round. The judges are faced with tough decisions that will determine the fate of this season's aspiring superstars.
Showstopper/Final Judgment
Following a competitive Hollywood Week, the search for the next American Idol continues with the Showstoppers round. Taking the stage for their first time with a band, Idol hopefuls sing their hearts out in their last chance to make it into the coveted Top 24. In the Final Judgment, two pairs of contestants face off in a sing-off with judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, sealing their fate for the next round.
Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii Part #1
"American Idol" returns to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii, to kick off two nights of spectacular performances by the Top 24. Season 10 Idol alum Jimmie Allen serves as a mentor, offering sound advice to aspiring superstars vying for America's vote, marking the first time overnight voting opens to audiences at home.
Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii Part #2
"American Idol" waves aloha to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii, wrapping up two nights of incredible Top 24 performances. Pop star Bebe Rexha mentors Idol hopefuls as they belt out unforgettable tunes in hopes of making it through to the next round. Audiences at home will cast their votes, keeping the dream alive for the remaining Top 20.
Season 20's Top 20
The competition heats up as the top 24 "American Idol" hopefuls return to Hollywood for a shocking night of reveals. Last week's votes are in and season 20's Top 20, hand-picked by America, will be revealed. All 20 remaining contestants will perform for superstar judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, and viewers at home will vote once again to determine who will make it to the next round.
Top 14 Live Reveal
Following the Top 20 reveal, America's votes will determine which 10 Idol hopefuls will continue on in their musical journey, capping off a night of unforgettable performances. Judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie will choose the additional four singers to join the Top 14.
Top 14
"American Idol" alum and country music star Gabby Barrett returns to mentor the Top 14 and offer guidance on what it takes to become America's next superstar.
Judge's Song Contest
For the first time ever, "American Idol" superstar judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie will pick songs for each of the Top 11 to perform. Without knowing which judge offered the suggestion, each contestant will select their favorite song to perform, revealing the winning judge.
Disney Night
The iconic Disney Night tradition continues as "American Idol" returns for a magical night of pixie dust-powered performances and surprise guests live on the "Idol" stage. Award-winning actor and singer Ben Platt will mentor the Top 10 contestants from the Disneyland Resort in California as they prepare to perform beloved Disney tunes in hopes of securing America's vote.
The Great Idol Reunion
In celebration of the milestone 20th season, "American Idol" greats Ruben Studdard, Scotty McCreery, Jordin Sparks, David Cook, Lauren Alaina, Kris Allen, Maddie Poppe, Laine Hardy, Willie Spence, Caleb Lee Hutchinson, Grace Kinstler, Laci Kaye Booth and additional surprise guests will reunite on the Idol stage for a night of unforgettable performances.
Top 7
In a special Mother's Day episode, the Top 7 dedicate songs to their mother or the mother figure in their lives, as well as perform viral hits made popular on TikTok.
Top 5
The Top 5 Idol hopefuls travel to The Entertainment Capital of the World, Las Vegas. Each contestant will perform two songs, leaving it all on the stage in hopes of earning America's vote and landing a spot in the Grand Finale.
Grand Finale
Season 20 of "American Idol" concludes in epic fashion with the Top 3 each hitting the Idol stage in hopes of securing America's vote, including one round dedicated to "The Boss," Bruce Springsteen. In the end, one winner will be crowned the next American Idol.
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