List of American Idol episodes
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The following is a list of episodes for the Fox reality series, American Idol. The series debuted in the United States on June 22, 2002.
Spoiler warning: Plot and/or ending details follow.
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[edit] Season 1: 2002
| # | Title | Original airdate | Code |
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| 1 | "Auditions" | June 11, 2002 | - |
| Auditions held in Los Angeles, Seattle, Chicago, New York, Atlanta, Dallas and Miami. Of approximately 10,000 contestants, 121 are chosen to move on to Hollywood. | |||
| 2 | "Hollywood Week" | June 12, 2002 | - |
| The 121 people who made it passed auditions perform and are narrowed down first to 65, then from 65 to 45. The judges deliberate over the final 45 before choosing the top 30. | |||
| 3 | "Top 30: Group 1" | June 18, 2002 | - |
| The first ten - Tamyra Gray, Jim Verraros, Adriel Herrera, Rodesia Eaves, Natalie Burge, Brad Estrin, Ryan Starr, Justinn Waddell, Kelli Glover and Christopher Aaron - of the top 30 perform. | |||
| 4 | "Top 30: Group 1 results" | June 19, 2002 | - |
| The first three for the final ten are revealed. Tamyra Gray, Ryan Starr and Jim Verraros advance. | |||
| 5 | "Top 30: Group 2" | June 25, 2002 | - |
| The second ten - Alexis Lopez, Gil Sinuet, Angela Peel, A. J. Gil, Tenia Taylor, Alexandra Bachelier, Jazmin Lowery, Jamar, Kelly Clarkson and Justin Guarini - of the top 30 perform. | |||
| 6 | "Top 30: Group 2 results" | June 26, 2002 | - |
| The second three for the final ten are revealed. Justin Guarini, Kelly Clarkson and A. J. Gil adavance. | |||
| 7 | "Top 30: Group 3" | July 2, 2002 | - |
| Delano Cagnolatti is disqualified from the competition for being above the age of 24. EJay Day is brought in as a replacement. The third ten - R. J. Helton, Kristin Holt, Mark Scott, Nikki McKibbin, Chris Badano, Melanie Sanders, EJay Day, Tanesha Ross, Khaleef Chiles, Christina Christian - of the top 30 perform. | |||
| 8 | "Top 30: Group 3 results" | July 3, 2002 | - |
| The third group of three for the final ten are revealed. Christina Christian, Nikki McKibbin and EJay Day advance. | |||
| 9 | "Wildcard Show" | July 10, 2002 | - |
| Five of the top 30 return to fill the one remaining spot for the finals. Kelli Glover, Christopher Aaron, Alexis Lopez, R. J. Helton and Angela Peel perform. The judges choose R. J. Helton as the tenth finalist. | |||
| 10 | "Top 10 Perform" | July 16, 2002 | - |
| The top ten perform Motown songs. | |||
| 11 | "Top 10 Results" | July 17, 2002 | - |
| Two finalists are eliminated: EJay Day and Jim Verraros. | |||
[edit] Season 2: 2003
[edit] Season 3: 2004
| # | Title | Original airdate | Code |
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| 71 | "Group 1 / Top 8" | February 10, 2004 | - |
| The first group of 8 of the top 32 performs. Diana DeGarmo was first singing "I've Got The Music In Me". All three judges thought she was great. Next was Marque Lynch with "Wind Beneath My Wings". He received complimentary reviews. Third was Ashley Thomas singing "Crazy". Ashley received mix reviews, due to the competition being incredibly tough. Next up was Katie Webber with "Oranged Coloured Sky". The judges thought that the song choice was old-fashioned. After Katie was Erskine Walcott singing "Open Arms". It was considered to be a "safe" song choice according to Simon. Next was Jennifer Hudson with "Imagine". She received fairly complimentary comments and Simon quoted she looked like she was wearing a "Leather Nurse" outfit. Getting close to the end of the show, the second-to-last performer was Matthew Metzger. The judges stated his voice wasn't up to par with the performers that were present in the competition. Although, Simon said he was very good with the camera and he reminded him a bit of Clay Aiken. The last performer of the night was Fantasia Barrino singing "Let's Give Em' Something to talk About". The judges loved it. | |||
[edit] Season 4: 2005
winner, Carrie Underwood runner up Bo Bice
[edit] Season 5: 2006
| # | Title | Original airdate | Code |
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| 149 | "Auditions: Chicago, Illinois" | January 17, 2006 | - |
| Auditions were held in Soldier Field, home of the Chicago Bears football team. 34 people made it to Hollywood, among them was David "Crazy Dave" Hoover. Among the semifinalists who auditioned (as shown) in Chicago were David Radford, Gedeon McKinney, and Mandisa. Simon jokes about Mandisa's size when Paula says "she reminds me of Frenchie Davis," Simon replies "Forget Frenchie. She's France." | |||
| 150 | "Auditions: Denver, Colorado" | January 18, 2006 | - |
| Auditions were held in INVESCO Field, home of the Denver Broncos football team. 35 people made it to Hollywood, among them was Garet Johnson. One of the rejected auditions was Zachary Travis, a man who was dressed in a woman's crop top, tight jeans, and a studded belt. Among the semifinalists who (as shown) auditioned in Denver were Lisa Tucker, Ace Young, Chris Daughtry, and Heather Cox. Simon tells Lisa that she is the best 16-year-old they've ever had. Chris' wife screams as Chris walks out with ticket. A clip is also shown of his country home in North Carolina, living with his wife and stepchildren. | |||
| 151 | "Auditions: Greensboro, North Carolina" | January 24, 2006 | - |
| Auditions were held in the Greensboro Coliseum. 33 people made it to Hollywood. Among the semifinalists who auditioned (as shown) in Greensboro was Kellie Pickler, Paris Bennett, Bucky Covington and Kinnik Sky. This 2-hour long episode showed the auditions in two days. | |||
| 152 | "Auditions: San Francisco, California" | January 25, 2006 | - |
| 18 people made it to Hollywood. Among the semifinalists who auditioned (as shown) in San Francisco were Katharine McPhee and Jose "Sway" Penala. In a dispute with Randy, Simon walks out of the judging. | |||
| 153 | "Auditions: Las Vegas, Nevada" | January 31, 2006 | - |
| 11 people made it to Hollywood, among them was Mecca Madison and Heather Ward. Among the semifinalists who auditioned (as shown) in Las Vegas were Taylor Hicks and Patrick Hall. Bobie May, the 'psychic' who predicted she was going to be in the top 10 of the previous season returned in this episode. | |||
| 154 | "Auditions: Austin, Texas" | February 1, 2006 | - |
| 12 people made it to Hollywood. Some of the rejected auditions included Alison Schoening, Tessa Mae Reid, Cierra Johnson. One contestant sings the Jigglypuff song from Pokemon and is rejected. Among the semifinalists who auditioned in Austin (as shown) was Will Makar. | |||
| 155 | "Auditions: Boston, Massachusetts" | February 7, 2006 | - |
| 28 people made it to Hollywood. Some of the rejected auditions included Michael Sandecki, Irada Jafarova, Titiana. Among the semifinalists who auditioned in Boston (as shown) were Ayla Brown, Becky O'Donohue, and Kevin Covais. | |||
| 156 | "Hollywood: Round 1" | February 8, 2006 | - |
| "Crazy Dave" is eliminated. 99 people make it to the next round. Ten songs were heard: "Hopelessly Devoted To You" (Olivia Newton-John); "If" (Bread); "If I Ever Fall In Love" (Shai); "The First Cut Is The Deepest" (Sheryl Crow), performed by Chris Daughtry and Ace Young; "Can't Fight The Moonlight" (LeAnn Rimes); "I Believe In You And Me" (Whitney Houston); "I'll Never Love This Way Again" (Dionne Warrick); "Bless The Broken Road" (Rascal Flatts); "Dim All The Lights" (Donna Summer); and "Bat Out Of Hell" (Meat Loaf). | |||
| 157 | "Hollywood: Round 2" | February 14, 2006 | - |
| 44 people made it to the next round. Derrell Brittenum had quit the competition for both he and his brother, Terrell, because he had thought Terrell had been eliminated. After Terrell told Derrell that he was not eliminated, Derrell went back and apologized to the judges, asking to let them back in. The judges said the both of them could, and not everybody was happy. Brenna Gethers does not get along with her group members Marcy Smith and Nick Whitten. Elliott Yamin is shown for the first time, along with group member Josè "Sway" Penala. | |||
| 158 | "Top 24 Semifinalists Revealed" | February 15, 2006 | - |
| The Brittenum twins are disqualified due to criminal charges. The top 24 semifinalists were: Ayla Brown, Becky O'Donohue, Ace Young, Bobby Bennett, Brenna Gethers, Heather Cox, Bucky Covington, Chris Daughtry, Katharine McPhee, Kellie Pickler, David Radford, Elliott Yamin, Kinnik Sky, Lisa Tucker, Gedeon McKinney, Josè "Sway" Penala, Mandisa, Melissa McGhee, Kevin Covais, Patrick Hall, Paris Bennett, Stephanie "Stevie" Scott, Taylor Hicks, and Will Makar. Simon apologizes to Mandisa. | |||
| 159 | "Top 12 Women Perform" | February 21, 2006 | - |
The top twelve women perform their own choice of songs.
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160 "Top 12 Men Perform" February 22, 2006 - The top twelve men perform their own choice of songs. - Patrick Hall - "Come to My Window"
- David Radford - "Crazy Little Thing Called Love"
- Bucky Covington - "Simple Man"
- Will Makar - "I Want You Back"
- Jose "Sway" Penala - "Reasons"
- Chris Daughtry - "Wanted Dead or Alive"
- Kevin Covais - "One Last Cry"
- Gedeon McKinney - "Shout"
- Elliott Yamin - "If You Really Love Me"
- Bobby Bennett - "Copacobana"
- Ace Young - "Father Figure"
- Taylor Hicks - "Levon"
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161 "Top 24 Results" February 23, 2006 - Four semi-finalists are eliminated: Becky O'Donohue, Bobby Bennett, Stevie Scott, and Patrick Hall. 162 "Top 10 Women Perform" February 28, 2006 - The top ten women perform their own choice of songs. 163 "Top 10 Men Perform" March 1, 2006 - The top ten men perform their own choice of songs. 164 "Top 16 Semifinalists Revealed" March 2, 2006 - Carrie Underwood, guest performer, sings "Jesus, Take the Wheel." Four people go home: Brenna Gethers, Heather Cox, David Radford, and Josè "Sway" Penala. 165 "Top 8 Women Perform" March 7, 2006 - The top eight women perform their own choice of songs. 166 "Top 8 Men Perform" March 8, 2006 - The top eight men perform their own choice of songs. 167 "Top 12 Finalists Revealed" March 9, 2006 - Guest performer Bo Bice sings "The Real Thing." Derrell and Terrell Brittenum are spotted in the audience. The top twelve finalists are revealed, as Kinnik Sky, Will Makar, Ayla Brown, and Gedeon McKinney are eliminated. 168 "Stevie Wonder Theme" March 14, 2006 - The top twelve finalists perform Stevie Wonder songs. 169 "Top 12 Results" March 15, 2006 - Stevie Wonder performs "My Love Is On Fire." The bottom three are Ace Young, Melissa McGhee, and Lisa Tucker. McGhee is eliminated. 170 "1950s Theme" March 21, 2006 - The top eleven finalists perform songs from the 1950s. 171 "Top 11 Results" March 22, 2006 - Barry Manilow performs. Bobby Bennett appears in the audience. The bottom three are Kevin Covais, Lisa Tucker, and Bucky Covington. Covais is eliminated. 172 "2000s Theme" March 28, 2006 - The top ten finalists perform songs within the past six years. 173 "Top 10 Results" March 29, 2006 - Shakira and Wyclef Jean perform "Hips Don't Lie." The bottom three are Lisa Tucker, Ace Young, and Katharine McPhee. Tucker is eliminated. 174 "Country Music Theme" April 4, 2006 - The top nine finalists work with Kenny Rogers to perform their own versions of country music songs. 175 "Top 9 Results" April 5, 2006 - Kenny Rogers performs. The remaining finalists are placed into three groups. The first group consists of Ace Young, Katharine McPhee, and Bucky Covington. The second group consists of Mandisa, Elliott Yamin, and Paris Bennett. The third group consists of Taylor Hicks, Chris Daughtry, and Kellie Pickler. It is announced that the middle group is the bottom three, and Mandisa is eliminated. 176 "Queen Theme" April 11, 2006 - The top eight finalists work with Brian May and Roger Taylor to perform their own versions of classic Queen songs. 177 "Top 8 Results" April 12, 2006 - The top eight finalists perform a group medley of Queen songs. The finalists watch videos from their families. Will Makar appears in the audience. The bottom three are Elliott Yamin, Ace Young, and Bucky Covington. Covington is eliminated. 178 "Great American Songbook Theme" April 18, 2006 - The top seven finalists work with Rod Stewart to perform their own versions of classic songs from the Great American Songbook. 179 "Top 7 Results" April 19, 2006 - Rod Stewart performs "The Way You Look Tonight." The remaining finalists except for Taylor Hicks (who is announced to be the highest vote-getter) are split into two groups. The far right group consists of Chris Daughtry, Ace Young, and Paris Bennett. The far left group consists of Elliott Yamin, Katharine McPhee, and Kellie Pickler. Hicks is asked to choose the group he thinks is the top three, and to join it. He starts to walk toward Chris' group but when Ryan Seacrest tells him he's wrong, Hicks immediately shakes hands with Chris and goes to the other group instead. It is announced that Chris' group is the bottom three, and Ace is eliminated. 180 "Classic Love Songs Theme" April 25, 2006 - The top six finalists work with Andrea Bocelli and David Foster to perform their own versions of classic love songs. 181 "Top 6 Results" April 26, 2006 - Andrea Bocelli performs. The remaining finalists are split into three groups of two. The far left group consists of Chris Daughtry and Katharine McPhee. The middle group consists of Taylor Hicks and Elliott Yamin. The far right group consists of Paris Bennett and Kellie Pickler. It is announced that the far left group are the highest vote-getters, the middle group somewhere in between, and the far right group the lowest. Pickler is eliminated. 182 "Year of Birth and Current Billboard Hits Theme" May 2, 2006 - The top five finalists perform their own versions of two hit songs: one from their year of birth and one from the current Billboard chart. 183 "Top 5 Results" May 3, 2006 - The bottom two are Paris Bennett and Elliott Yamin, and Bennett is eliminated. 184 "Elvis Presley Theme" May 9, 2006 - The top four finalists perform their own versions of classic Elvis Presley songs (two each). 185 "Top 4 Results" May 10, 2006 - Archived footage is shown of the four finalists touring Graceland. The four finalists perform together. Rebecca Romijn requests for an encore of Taylor Hicks's rendition of "Jailhouse Rock." The bottom two are Chris Daughtry and Katharine McPhee, and Daughtry is eliminated. 186 "Top Three Finalists" May 16, 2006 - The top three finalists perform three songs each: their own choice of a song they have previously performed on the show, a designated judge's choice, and Clive Davis's choice. 187 "Top 3 Results" May 17, 2006 - The top three finalists spend a day in their hometowns (archived footage). They perform a song together live. It is announced that 33.46% and 33.16% of the votes went to the top two finalists, and 33.06% for the lowest vote-getter. Elliott Yamin is announced as the lowest vote-getter and is eliminated. 188 "Top Two Finalists" May 23, 2006 - The top two finalists perform songs they redeem as their best of the season, and a debut single from American Idol. 189 "Season Finale" May 24, 2006 - The top twelve finalists return to perform. Guest entertainers also perform. Taylor Hicks is announced as the winner.
[edit] Season 6: 2007
| # | Title | Original airdate | Code |
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| 190 | "Auditions: Minneapolis, Minnesota" | January 16, 2007 | - |
| Guest judge Jewel helps Randy, Paula, and Simon. 17 people make it to Hollywood. | |||
| 191 | "Auditions: Seattle, Washington" | January 17, 2007 | - |
| 192 | "Auditions: Memphis, Tennessee" | January 23, 2007 | - |
| 22 people make it to Hollywood. | |||
| 193 | "Auditions: New York, New York" | January 24, 2007 | - |
| 194 | "Auditions: Birmingham, Alabama" | January 30, 2007 | - |
| 20 people make it to Hollywood. | |||
| 195 | "Auditions: Los Angeles, California" | January 31, 2007 | - |
| Olivia Newton-John sits in as a guest judge. | |||
| 196 | "Auditions: San Antonio, Texas" | February 6, 2007 | - |
| 197 | "Auditions: Best of the Rest" | February 7, 2007 | - |
| A showcase of the best and worst auditions from the seven cities. | |||
| 198 | "Auditions: Hollywood Week" | February 13, 2007 | - |
| A summary of the events of Hollywood Week at the Orpheum Theatre in LA. | |||
| 199 | "Down to 24" | February 14, 2007 | - |
| The group of 40 is whittled down to 24 | |||
| 200 | "Top 12 Men Perform" | February 20, 2007 | - |
| 201 | "Top 12 Women Perform" | February 21, 2007 | - |
| 202 | "Top 24 Results" | February 22, 2007 | - |
| Fantasia performs I'm Here from The Color Purple Eliminated: Paul Kim, Amy Krebs, Nicole Tranquillo, and Rudy Cardenas |
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| 203 | "Top 10 Men Perform" | February 27, 2007 | - |
| 204 | "Top 10 Women Perform" | February 28, 2007 | - |
| 205 | "Top 20 Results" | March 1, 2007 | - |
| Kellie Pickler performs I Wonder Eliminated: Nick Pedro, Alaina Alexander, AJ Tabaldo, and Leslie Hunt |
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| 206 | "Top 8 Men Perform" | March 6, 2007 | - |
| 207 | "Top 8 Women Perform" | March 7, 2007 | - |
| 208 | "Top 12 Revealed" | March 8, 2007 | - |
| Carrie Underwood performs Wasted Your Top 12: Blake Lewis, Chris Richardson, Gina Glocksen, Haley Scarnato, Jordin Sparks, LaKisha Jones, Melinda Doolittle, Phil Stacey, Sanjaya Malakar, and Stephanie Edwards |
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| Seasons | 1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 |
| Hosts and judges | Ryan Seacrest · Randy Jackson · Paula Abdul · Simon Cowell · Brian Dunkleman |
| Winners | Kelly Clarkson · Ruben Studdard · Fantasia Barrino · Carrie Underwood · Taylor Hicks |
| Runners-up | Justin Guarini · Clay Aiken · Diana DeGarmo · Bo Bice · Katharine McPhee |
| Other notable alumni | Chris Daughtry · Jennifer Hudson · Josh Gracin · Kellie Pickler · Tamyra Gray · Kimberley Locke · William Hung · Elliott Yamin |
| Spin-offs | From Justin to Kelly · American Juniors · An American Idol Christmas · American Idol Extra · American Idol Rewind |
| Other | Idol Gives Back · American Idol Compilation Series · Controversy · American Idol Magazine · American Idol Underground · Font · Video game · List of spin-offs · List of episodes |
