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May 23, 2024

‘American Idol’ Wraps Season 22 Delivering Season Highs in Both Total Viewers and Adults 18–49

Series photos are available here. “American Idol” wrapped its spectacular season 22 on Sunday night, delivering season highs, growing from the previous week’s episode in both Total Viewers (+8% – 5.64 million vs. 5.22 million) and Adults 18-49 (+3% – 0.65 rating vs. 0.63 rating). Sunday’s season finale was its strongest performance in Total Viewers and Adults 18-49 since the “American Idol” season finale last spring – since 5/21/23. The star-studded finale, during which 21-year-old Indio, California, musician Abi Carter became this year’s champion while judge Katy Perry bid farewell, also surged to become the 1 entertainment program of the night in Adults 18-49 (0.65 rating). The “Grand Finale” of “American Idol”was the 1 most social program across broadcast and cable on 5/19, earning 2.1 million total social interactions (+101% above the S7 average). Season to date, “American Idol”ranks as the 1 most social entertainment series on broadcast or cable with 18.5 million total social i

Press Release - Ratings

May 23, 2024

‘American Idol’ Wraps Season 22 Delivering Season Highs in Both Total Viewers and Adults 18-49

“American Idol” wrapped its spectacular season 22 on Sunday night, delivering season highs, growing from the previous week’s episode in both Total Viewers (+8% – 5.64 million vs. 5.22 million) and Adults 18-49 (+3% – 0.65 rating vs. 0.63 rating) Sunday’s season finale was its strongest performance in Total Viewers and Adults 18-49 since the “American Idol” season finale last spring – since 5/21/23. The star-studded finale, during which 21-year-old Indio, California, musician Abi Carter became this year’s champion while judge Katy Perry bid farewell, also surged to become the 1 entertainment program of the night in Adults 18-49 (0.65 rating). The “Grand Finale” of “American Idol”was the 1 most social program across broadcast and cable on 5/19, earning 2.1 million total social interactions (+101% above the S7 average). Season to date, “American Idol”ranks as the 1 most social entertainment series on broadcast or cable with 18.5 million total social interactions. Source: The Nielsen Co

Press Release - Ratings

May 13, 2024

American Idol: SEASON FINALE - 718 (Grand Finale) (5/19)

SUNDAY, MAY 19 8:00-11:00 p.m. EDT – American Idol: “718 (Grand Finale)” (718) (Season Finale) Logline: Who will become the next American Idol? The Top 3 finalists give their all for the last chance to earn America’s vote. Jon Bon Jovi serves as guest mentor and performer, plus special performances from other music legends and today’s top stars. (TV-PG, L) Watch episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

April 30, 2024

UPDATE: American Idol: 717 (Disney Night) (5/12)

SUNDAY, MAY 12 8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT – American Idol: “717 (Disney Night)” (717) Logline: The Top 5 travel to Walt Disney World® – The Most Magical Place On Earth with guest mentor Kane Brown before performing two beloved favorites from the Disney Songbook. America votes live for the Top 3 heading to the finale. Jenifer Lewis performs. (TV-PG, L) Watch episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Scripted

April 30, 2024

American Idol: 716 (Adele Night) (5/5)

SUNDAY, MAY 5 8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT – American Idol: “716 (Adele Night)” (716) Logline: Multiplatinum superstar Ciara serves as guest mentor for the Top 7, who perform dance songs from various artists and iconic hits from bestselling artist Adele. Meghan Trainor returns to perform, while America votes live for the Top 5. (TV-PG, L) Watch episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

April 23, 2024

American Idol: 715 (Judge’s Song Contest) (4/29)

MONDAY, APRIL 29 8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT – American Idol: “715 (Judge’s Song Contest)” (715) Logline: The Top 8 perform one of three songs secretly selected by Luke, Katy and Lionel, who are each competing for most songs chosen. America votes live for the Top 6, and the judges make a save for the Top 7; plus, a special tribute to Idol alum Mandisa. (TV-PG, L) Watch episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

April 23, 2024

American Idol: 714 (Shania Twain Mentors the Top 10 on Songs From Their Year of Birth) (4/28)

SUNDAY, APRIL 28 8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT – American Idol: “714 (Shania Twain Mentors the Top 10 on Songs From Their Year of Birth)” (714) Logline: Country music icon Shania Twain mentors the Top 10 who perform songs from their birth years, all vying for a spot in the Top 8 as America votes live. 2011 winner and bestselling superstar Scotty McCreery performs. 2020 winner Just Sam also performs. (TV-PG, L) Watch episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

April 8, 2024

American Idol: 713 (Billboard #1 Hits) (4/22)

MONDAY, APRIL 22 8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT – American Idol: “713 (Billboard #1 Hits)” (713) Logline: Meghan Trainor mentors the Top 12 before they perform their favorite Billboard #1 hits live, giving their all to earn America’s vote for the coveted Top 10. 2008 runner-up David Archuleta also performs. (TV-PG, L) Watch episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

April 5, 2024

American Idol: 712 (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame) (4/21)

SUNDAY, APRIL 21 8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT – American Idol: “712 (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame)” (712) Logline: With guidance from guest mentor Gene Simmons, the Top 14 take on songs from legendary Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees as America votes live for the Top 12. Plus, the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees are announced live. (TV-PG, L) Watch episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

April 1, 2024

American Idol: 711 (Top 14 Reveal) (4/15)

MONDAY, APRIL 15 8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT – American Idol: “711 (Top 14 Reveal)” (711) Logline: Live from Hollywood, the Top 20 take the stage again as host Ryan Seacrest reveals the 10 hopefuls America has voted to advance. Judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie select the remaining four who will round out the Top 14. (TV-PG, L) Watch episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

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‘American Idol’ Wraps Season 22 Delivering Season Highs in Both Total Viewers and Adults 18–49

‘American Idol’ Wraps Season 22 Delivering Season Highs in Both Total Viewers and Adults 18-49

American Idol: SEASON FINALE - 718 (Grand Finale) (5/19)

UPDATE: American Idol: 717 (Disney Night) (5/12)

American Idol: 716 (Adele Night) (5/5)

American Idol: 715 (Judge’s Song Contest) (4/29)

American Idol: 714 (Shania Twain Mentors the Top 10 on Songs From Their Year of Birth) (4/28)

American Idol: 713 (Billboard #1 Hits) (4/22)

American Idol: 712 (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame) (4/21)

American Idol: 711 (Top 14 Reveal) (4/15)

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