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Season 9
January 25, 2026

Season 9

901 (Auditions)

01. 901 (Auditions)

Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan welcome the newest class of hopefuls to Idol University in Nashville, where future stars take their first steps toward becoming the next "American Idol."

1h 26min
January 26, 2026
902 (Auditions)

02. 902 (Auditions)

Auditions continue, with hopefuls stepping into the spotlight and delivering unforgettable performances.

1h 26min
February 2, 2026
903 (Auditions)

03. 903 (Auditions)

The stakes continue to rise as additional hopefuls face the judges with electrifying performances, each vying for a chance at the coveted golden ticket.

1h 26min
February 9, 2026
904 (Auditions)

04. 904 (Auditions)

In the final week of auditions, rising stars deliver showstopping performances that stun Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan, setting the stage for Hollywood Week.

1h 26min
February 16, 2026
905 (Hollywood Week in Music City (1))

05. 905 (Hollywood Week in Music City (1))

For the first time, Idol is bringing Hollywood Week to Music City as hopefuls take the stage for a make-or-break performance and face the biggest Hollywood Week cut in Idol history.

1h 26min
February 23, 2026
906 (Hollywood Week in Music City (2))

06. 906 (Hollywood Week in Music City (2))

Hollywood Week in Music City continues, pushing hopefuls to their maximum potential as they compete to wow the judges; in the end, only 30 move forward.

1h 26min
March 2, 2026
907 ('Ohana Round)

07. 907 ('Ohana Round)

At Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai'i, hopefuls take the stage to perform for their own families, industry tastemakers and their fellow hopefuls; 20 contestants move forward.

1h 26min
March 9, 2026
908 (Top 20 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i (1))

08. 908 (Top 20 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i (1))

As the competition continues at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaiʻi, Brad Paisley and Keke Palmer mentor the Top 20 hopefuls. Keke also serves as a guest judge, while Iam Tongi and Thunderstorm Artis perform.

1h 26min
March 16, 2026
909 (Top 20 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i (2))

09. 909 (Top 20 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i (2))

In the final week at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai'i, Brad Paisley and Keke Palmer continue mentoring the top 20 hopefuls, Keke returns to the judging panel and takes the stage for a performance, Skip Marley performs.

1h 26min
March 23, 2026
Songs of Faith

10. Songs of Faith

The hopefuls lift their voices in inspiring songs of faith, 12 finalists continue on the journey to become the next singing sensation.

1h 29min
March 30, 2026
911 (90s Judges' Song Contest)

11. 911 (90s Judges' Song Contest)

The Top 12 perform '90s hits secretly picked by Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie or Carrie Underwood; stars of ABC's "TGIF" '90s lineup hang with the hopefuls in the lounge as America votes for the Top 11.

1h 25min
April 6, 2026
912 (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame)

12. 912 (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame)

The Top 11 perform iconic hits from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees; inductees for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class of 2026 ceremony are revealed.

1h 25min
April 13, 2026
913 (Disney Night)

13. 913 (Disney Night)

The Top 9 bring iconic Disney songs to life as America votes live to decide which seven finalists move one step closer to their dream of becoming the next "American Idol."

1h 25min
April 20, 2026
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14. 914 (Celebrating Taylor Swift on American Idol)

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April 27, 2026
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15. 915 (Class of 2006: Reunion / Idol X DWTS)

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May 4, 2026
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16. 916 (Grand Finale)

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May 11, 2026
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