

American Idol
“Dream big.”
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?
Where to watch American Idol in United States
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About American Idol
American Idol is a 2002 English-language reality series created by Simon Fuller. The cast is led by Jennifer Lopez, Ryan Seacrest, Keith Urban. It spans 15 seasons and 567 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 5.1/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Hulu, fuboTV, YouTube TV.
American Idol was produced in United States of America. It was first aired on June 11, 2002, and carries a TV-PG certification.
- Created by
- Simon Fuller
- First aired
- June 11, 2002
- Last aired
- April 7, 2016
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- TV-PG
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 15 (567 episodes)
- Network
- FOX
- Country
- United States of America
American Idol cast & crew
American Idol was created by Simon Fuller.
The cast features Jennifer Lopez as Self - Judge, Ryan Seacrest as Self - Host, Keith Urban as Self - Judge, and Harry Connick Jr. as Self - Judge.
Is American Idol worth watching?
American Idol holds an audience score of 5.1/10 from 178 ratings, a more divisive reality series.
With 15 seasons and 567 episodes, it's a long-haul binge.
If you enjoy reality, American Idol is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch American Idol
In United States, you can stream American Idol on Hulu, fuboTV, YouTube TV, and Spectrum On Demand. Click any service above to open it directly.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of American Idol

Jennifer Lopez
Self - Judge

Ryan Seacrest
Self - Host

Keith Urban
Self - Judge

Harry Connick Jr.
Self - Judge
American Idol — FAQs
▸Where can I watch American Idol in United States?
American Idol is streaming on Hulu, fuboTV, YouTube TV, Spectrum On Demand in United States.
▸Is American Idol on Hulu?
Yes — American Idol is currently available on Hulu in United States.
▸What language is American Idol in?
American Idol is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of American Idol are there?
American Idol has 15 seasons with 567 episodes in total.
▸What is American Idol rated?
American Idol is rated TV-PG. It holds a 5.1/10 audience score from 178 ratings.











