American Idol: The Search for a Superstar Episode Guide

Episode Guide

American Idol: The Search for a Superstar: Season 8 (2009)

American Idol: The Search for a Superstar: Season 7 (2008)

American Idol: The Search for a Superstar: Season 6 (2007)

  • Season 6 Episode 39: EPISODE: 39

    Viewers' votes determine the next American Idol; the final 12 contestants reunite.

  • Season 6 Episode 38: The Finale

    The two remaining contestants take the stage at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles to perform in the grand final, hoping to impress the US voting public enough to win a lucrative recording contract. Straight-talking judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson have their say on who should emerge victorious - but it's down to the viewers to pick a winner. Ryan Seacrest introduces the hopefuls and Cat Deeley presents backstage chat

  • Season 6 Episode 37: EPISODE: 37

    The three remaining finalists perform.

  • Season 6 Episode 36: EPISODE: 36

    The three remaining contestants take the stage in a bid to impress the US voting public with their performances. Each hopeful has their sights set firmly on the final and will be especially keen to attract the praise of straight-talking judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson, knowing their seal of approval may sway viewers' opinions in their favour. Ryan Seacrest introduces the acts, while Cat Deeley presents backstage gossip

  • Season 6 Episode 35: EPISODE: 35

    The four remaining finalists compete, performing the music of Barry Gibb.

  • Season 6 Episode 34: EPISODE: 34

    The four remaining contestants take the stage in a bid to impress the US voting public with their performances. Each hopeful will be keen to attract the praise of straight-talking judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson, knowing their seal of approval may sway viewers' opinions in their favour. Ryan Seacrest introduces the acts, while Cat Deeley presents backstage gossip

  • Season 6 Episode 33: EPISODE: 33

    Jon Bon Jovi performs, before Ryan Seacrest announces the result of the public vote and one of the hopefuls leaves the competition. Judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson have their say and Cat Deeley chats with the contestants backstage

  • Season 6 Episode 32: EPISODE: 32

    Jon Bon Jovi advises the remaining contestants before they take the stage in the hope of impressing the US voting public with their performances - and with two acts set to be eliminated, the competition is more intense than ever. Each singer will be keen to attract the praise of straight-talking judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson, knowing their seal of approval may sway viewers' opinions in their favour. Ryan Seacrest introduces the acts, while Cat Deeley presents backstage gossip

  • Season 6 Episode 31: Idol Gives Back

    Special charity edition of the programme raising awareness and money for international charities. Bringing together a host of celebrities with appearances and performances from Bono, Mariah Carey, Fergie, John Legend, Miley Cyrus, Brad Pitt, Snoop Dogg and Reese Witherspoon. The 2007 event raised $76 million for charity

  • Season 6 Episode 29: EPISODE: 29

    Martina McBride performs; another contestant must leave.

  • Season 6 Episode 28: EPISODE: 28

    Country singer Martina McBride offers advice to the seven remaining contestants as they prepare to take the stage once more in a bid to earn enough viewers' votes to make it through to the next round. Each hopeful will be eager to impress judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson, knowing their approval may sway public opinion. Ryan Seacrest introduces the acts, while Cat Deeley chats with them backstage

  • Season 6 Episode 27: EPISODE: 27

    Jennifer Lopez joins the eight remaining contestants as a guest coach, imparting her musical knowledge before they take the stage in a bid to earn enough viewers' votes to make it through to the next round. Each hopeful will be eager to impress judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson, knowing their approval may sway public opinion. Ryan Seacrest introduces the acts, while Cat Deeley chats with them backstage

  • Season 6 Episode 26: EPISODE: 26

    Jennifer Lopez performs; one contestant must leave.

  • Season 6 Episode 25: EPISODE: 25

    One contestant must leave; Michael Bublé performs.

  • Season 6 Episode 24: EPISODE: 24

    Tony Bennett advises the nine remaining contestants as they prepare to take the stage once more in a bid to make it through to the next show. As the competition intensifies, each hopeful will be keen to impress judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson, knowing their approval may sway the public vote. Ryan Seacrest introduces the acts, while Cat Deeley chats with them backstage

  • Season 6 Episode 23: EPISODE: 23

    Another contestant must leave; Gwen Stefani performs with Akon.

  • Season 6 Episode 22: EPISODE: 22

    Gwen Stefani joins in the fun as the remaining 10 contestants take the stage in the hope of gaining enough votes from US viewers to make it through another week. Each singer will be eager to impress straight-talking judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson, hoping their support will influence public opinion. Ryan Seacrest introduces the acts, while Cat Deeley talks to them backstage

  • Season 6 Episode 21: EPISODE: 21

    Eleven finalists compete with hit songs from the 1960s British-pop invasion; British artists Lulu and Peter Noone work with the contestants.

  • Season 6 Episode 20: EPISODE: 20

    Lulu and Peter Noone join in the fun as the remaining 11 contestants take the stage in the hope of gaining enough votes to stay in the running. Each hopeful will be eager to impress straight-talking judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson, hoping their support will influence public opinion. Ryan Seacrest introduces the acts, while Cat Deeley talks to them backstage

  • Season 6 Episode 19: EPISODE: 19

    Diana Ross performs one of her hits and the divisions between the boys and girls are torn down as the 12 remaining contestants come together and take the stage once more. Each hopeful will be eager to impress judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson, knowing words of support from them may help swing the viewers' vote. Ryan Seacrest presents

  • Season 6 Episode 18: EPISODE: 18

    The top 12 contestants perform selections from the Diana Ross songbook after coaching sessions with the singing legend.

  • Season 6 Episode 17: EPISODE: 17

    The eight women still in the competition take the stage in the hope of wowing the American voting public with their performances. Straight-talking judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson have their say on the singers' efforts before Ryan Seacrest invites US viewers to show support for their favourite

  • Season 6 Episode 16: EPISODE: 16

    The eight men who have so far managed to avoid elimination perform once more, hoping their luck holds out and that judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson will be impressed. Ryan Seacrest introduces the singers, while Cat Deeley chats with them backstage

  • Season 6 Episode 15: EPISODE: 15

    Ryan Seacrest invites the remaining 10 women to take the stage and perform a track in front of the studio audience. Each contestant hopes to win over American viewers, as well as gaining a generous measure of approval from straight-talking judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson. Four hopefuls leave the contest at the end of the show

  • Season 6 Episode 14: EPISODE: 14

    The remaining 10 boys compete to win the praise of judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson, along with the support of the American voting public. Ryan Seacrest and Cat Deeley host

  • Season 6 Episode 12: EPISODE: 12

    The final 12 women perform for judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson who give their verdicts on aspiring singers

  • Season 6 Episode 11: EPISODE: 11

    The final 12 boys who have made it through the audition stages make their own choice of songs in the hope of impressing judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson. Ryan Seacrest hosts with Cat Deeley

  • Season 6 Episode 10: EPISODE: 10

    The judges reveal the top 24 semifinalists.

  • Season 6 Episode 9: EPISODE: 9

    The Hollywood Round.

  • Season 6 Episode 8: Rest of the Best Auditions

    Some of the best auditions of the season.

  • Season 6 Episode 7: EPISODE: 7

    Judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson head for San Antonio, Texas, on their final stop before reaching Los Angeles. The trio prepare to make or break the dreams of another group of wannabes hoping to hit the big time. Ryan Seacrest and Cat Deeley host

  • Season 6 Episode 6: EPISODE: 6

    Singing hopefuls audition in Los Angeles.

  • Season 6 Episode 5: EPISODE: 5

    The search for a new singing sensation reaches Birmingham, Alabama, where a fresh batch of hopefuls try to impress judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson. Ryan Seacrest and Cat Deeley host the US talent show

  • Season 6 Episode 4: EPISODE: 4

    Contestants from New York attempt to impress judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson, who pull no punches when they deliver their verdicts on the performances. Ryan Seacrest and Cat Deeley host the US talent show

  • Season 6 Episode 3: EPISODE: 3

    Judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson take their search for a singing superstar to Memphis, Tennessee, where another batch of auditionees perform in the hope of making it big. Ryan Seacrest and Cat Deeley host

  • Season 6 Episode 2: EPISODE: 2

    Judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson visit Seattle, where they meet another batch of aspiring singers hoping to prove they have what it takes to make it big. Presented by Ryan Seacrest along with Cat Deeley

  • Season 6 Episode 1: EPISODE: 1

    Talent show, in which Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul and Randy Jackson visit Minneapolis, the first of seven cities on their tour, to begin the search for a singer to take the crown of last year's winner Taylor Hicks. Presented by Ryan Seacrest and Cat Deeley

American Idol: The Search for a Superstar: Season 5 (2006)

American Idol: The Search for a Superstar: Season 4 (2005)

American Idol: The Search for a Superstar: Season 3 (2004 - 2007)

American Idol: The Search for a Superstar: Season 2 (2003)

American Idol: The Search for a Superstar: Season 1 (2002)

American Idol: The Search for a Superstar:

  • 12 Finalists

    The American version of Pop Idol, with judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi giving their verdicts on aspiring singers. Presented by Ryan Seacrest

  • Finalists

    The American version of Pop Idol, with judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi giving their verdicts on aspiring singers

  • Results

    The American version of Pop Idol, with judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi giving their verdicts on aspiring singers

American Idol: The Search for a Superstar: Special (2004 - 2005)

  • Halfway Home

    A retrospective look at the journeys the remaining finalists have made to get as far as they have in the singing contest

  • Idol Gives Back

    Special edition of the programme raising money for international charities. Bringing together a host of celebrities with appearances and performances from Bono, Mariah Carey, Fergie, John Legend, Miley Cyrus, Brad Pitt, Snoop Dogg and Reese Witherspoon. The 2007 event raised $76 million for charity.

  • Uncut, Uncensored & Untalented

    The most embarrassing auditions from the series interspersed with new clips and classic moments; former contestant William Hung gives his insights into the contest.

  • The World's Worst Auditions

    Funny, outrageous and awful auditions from around the world.

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