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American Idol
“Heading back to where it all began.”
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★ 6.7/10 TMDB
Premiered 2018-03-11
9 seasons
166 eps
The iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre is back!
Last Episode Aired
2026-05-11
S9E16 — 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.
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Billed Cast
Ryan Seacrest
Self - Host
Lionel Richie
Self - Judge
Luke Bryan
Self - Judge
Carrie Underwood
Self - Judge
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