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American Idol
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American Idol

American Idol is a reality television show that first premiered in 2002. The show features aspiring singers from across the United States who compete in a series of auditions and performances to win the title of 'American Idol.' Contestants are judged by a panel of music industry professionals and receive feedback on their performances. Throughout the season, viewers have the opportunity to vote for their favorite contestants, ultimately deciding who will be crowned the winner. American Idol has launched the careers of many successful musicians and has become a cultural phenomenon.

Status
Ended
First aired
2002
Last aired
2016
Seasons
15
Episodes
567
Runtime
85 min
Rating
TV-PG
Daily update · May 18, 2026

American Idol ranks #407 most popular TV show with a Buzz Score of 1.8. It peaked at #1,100 of all time (Apr 21 – May 20, 2025). Over the past year, it's spent 1 day in the top 10.

American Idol
American Idol

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Days at #1
0
Past 365 days
Days in Top 10
1
Past 365 days
American Idol
American Idol

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18,337
members+7
Wikipedia
1,937
page views
Torrents
#247
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