Series

American Idol

“Dream big.”

★ 5.1(177)20021h 25m15 seasons

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Where to watch American Idol

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Streaming in other regions

🇺🇸 US

Good to know

Creator: Simon Fuller
Release date: 2002-06-11
Runtime: 1h 25m
Language: English
Seasons: 15
Episodes: 567
Network: FOX
Status: Ended
Country: United States of America

About American Idol

American Idol is a 2002 web series in the Reality genre, created by Simon Fuller, starring Jennifer Lopez, Ryan Seacrest and Keith Urban. It spans 15 seasons and 567 episodes, and originally aired on FOX. It holds an average rating of 5.1/10 from 177 viewers. Below you can see where to watch American Idol in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Each year, hopeful singers from all over the country audition to be part of one of the biggest shows in American television history. Who will become the new American Idol?

Seasons (15)

Season 125 eps · 2002

Season 239 eps · 2003

Season 345 eps · 2004

Season 442 eps · 2005

Season 541 eps · 2006

Season 641 eps · 2007

Season 742 eps · 2008

Season 840 eps · 2009

Season 943 eps · 2010

Season 1039 eps · 2011

Season 1140 eps · 2012

Season 1237 eps · 2013

Season 1339 eps · 2014

Season 1430 eps · 2015

Season 1524 eps · 2016

Cast

Jennifer Lopez

Self - Judge

Ryan Seacrest

Self - Host

Keith Urban

Self - Judge

Harry Connick Jr.

Self - Judge

Themes & keywords

competitionjudgetalentmusic competitionaspiring singersingervotingsingingauditionsinging competitiontalent searchtalent competitionmusic industryvocal talent

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch American Idol in Canada?+

American Idol is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is American Idol on Netflix?+

American Idol is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How many seasons of American Idol are there?+

American Idol has 15 seasons and 567 episodes in total.

Who stars in American Idol?+

American Idol stars Jennifer Lopez, Ryan Seacrest, Keith Urban and Harry Connick Jr..

When did American Idol come out?+

American Idol is a 2002 web series created by Simon Fuller.

What genre is American Idol?+

American Idol is Reality series.

Who created American Idol?+

American Idol was created by Simon Fuller.