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American Idol Season 15 Episode release dates & where to watch

Premiered

Wednesday, January 6, 2016

Ended: Thursday, April 7, 2016

When does American Idol Season 15 come out?

American Idol Season 15 premiered Wednesday, January 6, 2016 on FOX and ended Thursday, April 7, 2016. The season has 24 episodes.

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American Idol Season 15 release schedule

American Idol Season 15 episode release dates
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1. Denver & Atlanta Auditions

Host Ryan Seacrest and judges Jennifer Lopez, Keith Urban and Harry Connick Jr. begin their search for talented vocalists with auditions in Denver and Atlanta.

Wednesday · 10 years ago

2. Little Rock & San Francisco Auditions

The search for the most talented vocalists continues with auditions in Little Rock, Ark., and San Francisco.

Thursday · 10 years ago

3. Philadelphia Auditions

Ryan and the judges continue their search for talent with auditions in Philadelphia.

Wednesday · 10 years ago

4. Denver & Little Rock Auditions

Ryan, Jennifer, Keith, and Harry search the country for the most talented vocalists as the auditions continue in Denver and Little Rock, Ark.

Thursday · 10 years ago

5. Auditions #5

Hopefuls audition for the judges in Atlanta, Little Rock, Ark., Philadelphia and San Francisco.

Wednesday · 10 years ago

6. Auditions #6

Hopefuls perform for the judges in Atlanta, Philadelphia and San Francisco.

Thursday · 10 years ago

7. Hollywood Round #1

The judges have heard auditions from all over the country, and now it's time for the best of the best to see if they are cut out for Hollywood.

Wednesday · 10 years ago

8. Hollywood Round #2

The contestants press on to show the judges what they've got as Hollywood Week continues.

Thursday · 10 years ago

9. Hollywood Round #3

Hollywood week continues and the contestants are put to the test. Who will come out on top?

Wednesday · 10 years ago

10. Hollywood Round #4

The contestants have survived Hollywood week and it is time to find out who will continue on in the competition. Only the best of the best will make it through as the Top 24 are revealed.

Thursday · 10 years ago

11. Showcase #1: 1st 12 Performances

The Top 24 have been chosen, and now it's time for the contestants to show the judges that they are here to stay. Twelve of the Top 24 perform in hopes of earning their spot.

Wednesday · 10 years ago

12. Showcase #2: Judges Vote

Favorite former Idols will return to mentor and sing with the contestants. Then, after giving it their all, the first round of performers will find out who will make the cut. The judges vote on who will stay in the competition to become the next, and final, American Idol.

Thursday · 10 years ago

13. Showcase #3: 2nd 12 Performances

The remaining 12 of the Top 24 get their chance to shine as they perform for the judges' votes.

Wednesday · 10 years ago

14. Showcase #4: Judges Vote

Idol fan favorites return to mentor and perform, as the judges vote on the second showcase and five contestants are sent home. Find out who advances to the Top 14 in the quest to become the final Idol.

Thursday · 10 years ago

15. Wildcard Night: Judges Pick

After proving themselves alongside Idol legends, some semifinalists will reach the end of their journey. The judges will announce the first eight semi-finalists to make it into the Top 10, leaving six to sing for America's vote and the final two spots in this farewell season's Top 10.

Wednesday · 10 years ago

16. Top 10 Revealed and Perform

The first live show of the season is finally here! Host Ryan Seacrest will reveal America's Vote and announce the final two semi-finalists joining the Top 10. Then, the Top 10 finalists will perform for America's vote.

Thursday · 10 years ago

17. Episode 17

Thursday · 10 years ago

18. Top 6 Perform

As the competition moves forward, Idol hopefuls have limited time to make a name for themselves. Find out who will move on and who has reached the end of the road.

Thursday · 10 years ago

19. Top 5 Perform

Thursday · 10 years ago

20. Episode 20

Thursday · 10 years ago

21. Episode 21

Thursday · 10 years ago

22. American Dream

Tuesday · 10 years ago

23. Finale (1)

Wednesday · 10 years ago

24. Finale (2) Finale

Thursday · 10 years ago

American Idol Season 15 guest stars

  • Kimberley Locke

    Kimberley Locke

    Self - Guest Performer

  • Phillip Phillips

    Self - Guest Performer

American Idol Season 15 FAQ

When does American Idol Season 15 come out?

American Idol Season 15 premiered Wednesday, January 6, 2016 on FOX.

How many episodes are in American Idol Season 15?

American Idol Season 15 has 24 episodes.

Are new episodes of American Idol Season 15 released weekly?

New episodes are released weekly.

When is the American Idol Season 15 finale?

The American Idol Season 15 finale (Episode 24) aired Thursday, April 7, 2016.

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