American Idol
“Heading back to where it all began.”
Series Overview
The iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre is back!
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
9 Seasons • 166 Episodes
2018 – Present
Premiered: Sun, Mar 11, 2018
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 9, Episode 16: “916 (Grand Finale)”
The Top 3 finalists give their all for the last chance to earn America's vote; Alicia Keys performs and serves as guest mentor; special performances from other music legends and today's top stars.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for American Idol.
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Frequently Asked Questions About American Idol
Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.
What is American Idol about?
The iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre is back!
How many seasons does American Idol have?
American Idol comprises 9 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in American Idol?
Key cast members in American Idol include Ryan Seacrest, Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, Carrie Underwood.
Who created or directed American Idol?
American Idol was developed and directed by Not specified.