American Idol
“Heading back to where it all began.”
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About
The iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre is back!
Cast
Episodes
Season 1
Auditions
The nationwide search for the next superstar kicked off in August, as the Idol Bus traveled from Portland, Oregon, to Orlando, Florida, in its pursuit for talent, covering 23 cities across the country. Auditioning was made easier than ever as hopefuls also had the opportunity to submit audition videos online, as well as via select social media platforms using an official tag, #TheNextIdol, cultivating over 300,000 posts. Also, for the first time in “American Idol” history, hopefuls had the opportunity to audition through a livestream platform.
Auditions
In episode two of auditions, Idol hopefuls, including a shoe salesman from Washington D.C., a construction worker from Southern California and a student from Louisiana, sing their hearts out for the judges to see if they have what it takes to earn a ticket to Hollywood.
Auditions
American Idol heads to Los Angeles, Nashville, New York City and Savannah, as the search for America's next superstar continues. In episode three of auditions, Idol hopefuls, including a cattle farmer from Texas, twin teenagers from Southern California and a furniture salesman from Illinois, sing their hearts out for the judges to see if they have what it takes to earn a ticket to Hollywood.
Auditions
American Idol heads to Los Angeles, Nashville, New Orleans and New York City, as the search for America's next superstar continues. In episode four of auditions, Idol hopefuls, including a teacher from Michigan, a construction worker from Alabama and a goat farmer from Oklahoma, sing their hearts out for the judges to see if they have what it takes to earn a ticket to Hollywood.
Auditions
In episode five of auditions, Idol hopefuls, including a choreographer from Tennessee, a hostess from Colorado and a personal assistant from Alabama, sing their hearts out for the judges to see if they have what it takes to earn a ticket to Hollywood.
Hollywood Week
In this first episode of Hollywood Week, Idol hopefuls from across the country head to the Dolby Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center in Hollywood to battle it out in solo and group performances, singing their hearts out in hopes of making it through to the showcase round.
Hollywood Week
In this second episode of Hollywood Week, Idol hopefuls from across the country gather at the Dolby Theatre® at Hollywood & Highland Center® in Hollywood to battle it out in solo performances, singing their hearts out in hopes of making it through to the Showcase Round.
Showcase & Final Judgment
Idol hopefuls head to Exchange LA in downtown Los Angeles for the Showcase Round, where contestants perform solos in front of a live crowd and the judges. Following the performances, the judges sit down with each contestant for the Final Judgment and reveal which finalists made it through to the Top 24.
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About American Idol
“Heading back to where it all began.”
The iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre is back! Across 9 seasons and 162 episodes, originally airing on ABC, with status "Returning Series".
American Idol Cast and Characters
The cast features Ryan Seacrest (as Self - Host), Lionel Richie (as Self - Judge), Luke Bryan (as Self - Judge), and Carrie Underwood (as Self - Judge). Their performances are a major reason American Idol has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch American Idol NowWhy People Are Watching American Idol
American Idol flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy Inglés storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about American Idol
Where can I watch American Idol online for free?
You can watch American Idol online free on CineFlixo. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does American Idol have?
American Idol has 162 episodes across 9 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on CineFlixo.
Is American Idol good? What's the rating?
American Idol holds a 6.7/10 rating based on 31 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of American Idol?
The main cast includes Ryan Seacrest, Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, and Carrie Underwood.
Is American Idol available in Inglés?
Yes — American Idol was originally produced in Inglés and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was American Idol released?
American Idol first aired in 2018.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch American Idol for free?
You can watch American Idol online for free on CineFlixo. All 162 episodes across 9 seasons are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does American Idol have?
American Idol currently has 9 seasons and a total of 162 episodes. The series status is "Returning Series", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on CineFlixo and continue watching from where you left off.
What is American Idol about?
The iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre is back! It belongs to the Reality genre.
In which language is American Idol originally available?
American Idol was originally produced in English. On CineFlixo the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was American Idol first released?
American Idol first premiered on March 11, 2018 (2018). The show is still ongoing with new episodes being released.
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