American Idol: The Search for a Superstar

Episode 1 | 701 (Auditions)

Viewers embark on a nationwide search across Los Angeles, Nashville and the judges' hometowns to find the next singing sensation.

Episode 2 | 702 (Auditions)

The judges and host Ryan Seacrest take a special walk down memory lane in their hometowns while auditions in search of the most talented singers and musicians continue.

Episode 3 | 703 (Auditions)

Talented hopefuls inch one step closer to Hollywood stardom as they audition for the judges; viewers get a glimpse into the judges' own beginnings with memorable trips to their hometowns.

Episode 4 | 704 (Auditions)

Superstar judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie share where their own dreams began with trips to their hometowns, bringing heart, laughter and antics to another round of auditions in search of the next American Idol.

Episode 5 | 705 (Auditions)

The stakes are high in the final round of auditions; aspiring superstars perform in hopes of advancing to Hollywood Week.

Episode 6 | 706 (Hollywood Week - Idol Arena)

It's Hollywood Week and the pressure is on for the finalists.

Episode 7 | 707 (Showstopper/Final Judgment)

The competition narrows during the final showcase round.

Episode 8 | 708 (Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii Part #1)

The top 24 travel to Hawaii, with 12 taking the stage for America's first vote this season; Tori Kelly mentors, performs and joins the judges on the panel; reigning American Idol Iam Tongi performs.

Episode 9 | 709 (Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii Part #2)

Filmed at Aulani, a Disney resort and Spa in Ko Olina Hawai'i, 12 of the Top 24 hit the stage for another night of star-making performances as America votes for the top 20; Jelly Roll mentors, performs and joins the judges on the ...

Episode 10 | 710 (Top 20)

The top 20 Idol hopefuls perform a song of their choice to capture America's vote once more as the results from the top 24 vote are revealed.

Episode 11 | 711 (Top 14 Reveal)

The top 20 take the stage again as host Ryan Seacrest reveals the 10 hopefuls America has voted to advance; the judges select the remaining four who will round out the top 14.

Episode 12 | 712 (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame)

The top 14 perform for the judges; the top 12 are revealed.

Episode 13 | 713 (Billboard #1 Hits)

The top 12 perform their favorite Billboard hits live from Hollywood; two Idol journeys come to an end as the top 10 is solidified.

Episode 14 | 714 (Shania Twain Mentors the Top 10 on Songs From Their Year of Birth)

Country music icon Shania Twain mentors the top 10 as they vie for a spot in the top eight with songs from their birth years; performances from Scotty McCreery and Just Sam.

Episode 15 | 715 (Judge's Song Contest)

The top 8 perform one of three songs anonymously selected by Luke Bryan, Katy Perry or Lionel Richie, who are each competing for most songs chosen; America votes live for their top 6, with the judges making one save for the top 7.

Episode 16 | 716 (Adele Night)

The top seven finalists take on iconic hits from bestselling artist Adele; as America votes live for their top five; Meghan Trainor returns to perform her new single.

Episode 17 | 717 (Disney Night)

Episode 18 | 718 (Grand Finale)