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May 20, 2025

‘American Idol’ Season Eight Finishes on High Note With Best Total Viewer Audience in Two Years

Series photos are available here. American Idol” wrapped its momentous season eight on ABC Sunday night with 6.51 million Total Viewers, rising over the previous week (+24%; vs. 5.27 million) to score the show’s most-watched telecast in two years – since 5/21/23. In addition, “American Idol” earned a 0.72 rating among Adults 18-49, rising over the previous week (+16%; vs. 0.62 rating) to deliver its best performance in the key Adult demo since the show’s post-Oscars® season premiere – since 3/2/25. The “American Idol” season eight finale, in which 27-year-old Meridian, Mississippi gym teacher Jamal Roberts was crowned champion, stood as the 1 program of the night in both Total Viewers and Adults 18-49. In fact, the show was the No. 1 program of the week during primetime in Total Viewers. The “American Idol” season eight finale improved on the show’s season seven finale(5/19/24) by double digits in both Total Viewers (+16% – 6.51 million vs. 5.60 million) and Adults 18-49 (+14% – 0.72

Press Release - Ratings

May 16, 2025

‘American Idol’ Sunday and Monday ‘Disney’ Nights Tower Over the Competition

“American Idol” celebrated Disney music on Sunday, May 11, and Monday, May 12, growing week to week both nights, and towering over the competition as the iconic show heads toward its season eight finale Sunday, May 18, on ABC. Sunday, May 11 (8-10 p.m. ET/PT) Sunday’s episode of “American Idol” earned 5.27 million Total Viewers and a 0.62 rating in Adults 18-49, growing over the previous week in both Total Viewers (+2%; vs. 5.18 million) and Adults 18-49 (+9%; vs. 0.57 rating). Featuring special guest Lin-Manuel Miranda, “American Idol” stood as the No. 1 entertainment show of the night in the key Adult demo for the second week in a row, leading its closest competition from 8-10 p.m. (CBS’ “Tracker” and “Watson”) by +68% (0.62 rating vs. 0.37 rating). The show’s strong performance also pushed ABC to a win for the night among the broadcast networks in Adults 18-49, leading second-place CBS by +53% (0.49 rating vs. 0.32 rating). Monday, May 12 (8-10 p.m. ET/PT) “American Idol” continued

Press Release - Ratings

May 6, 2025

American Idol: SEASON FINALE - 819 (Grand Finale) - (5/18)

SUNDAY, MAY 18 8:00-11:00 p.m. EDT/7:00-10:00 p.m. CDT/6:00-9:00 p.m. MDT/5:00-8:00 p.m. PDT*– American Idol: “819 (Grand Finale)” (819) (Season Finale) Logline: It’s the grand finale! The Top 3 give their final performances in a star-studded night with music legends and top stars. Then, this year’s “American Idol” winner is revealed live. (TV-PG, L) Watch episodes next day on Hulu. *Live coast to coast

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

May 5, 2025

American Idol: 818 (Disney Night #2) (5/12)

MONDAY, MAY 12 8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT – American Idol: “818 (Disney Night #2)” (818) Logline: “Disney Night” continues with heroes, villains and a special appearance by Lin-Manuel Miranda. The Top 5 travel to Disneyland Resort and perform twice as America votes live for the three heading to the finale. (TV-PG, L) Watch episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

May 5, 2025

American Idol: 817 (Disney Night #1) (5/11)

SUNDAY, MAY 11 8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT/7:00-9:01 p.m. CDT/6:00-8:01 p.m. MDT/5:00-7:01 p.m. PDT*– American Idol: “817 (Disney Night #1)” (817) Logline: “Disney Night” celebrates Mother’s Day with special guest Lin-Manuel Miranda. The Top 7 travel to Disneyland Resort and light up the stage with Disney classics as America votes live for the five moving forward in the competition. (TV-PG, L) Watch episodes next day on Hulu. *Live coast to coast

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

April 30, 2025

‘American Idol’ Rocks the House With More Back-to-Back Wins

Series photos are available here. Kicking off this season’s coast-to-coast live shows, “American Idol” scored more ratings wins on Sunday, April 27, and Monday, April 28, revealing the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees with guest mentor James Taylor on Sunday, and honoring the show’s rich history with special guests Jelly Roll and Chayce Beckham, along with former winners Fantasia and Abi Carter on Monday. Sunday, April 27 (8-10 p.m. ET/PT) “American Idol” rocked the house on Sunday night with its first live coast-to-coast telecast, earning31 million Total Viewers in Live+Same Day ratings, growing over the previous week (+18%; vs. 4.49 million) to a season high in the time period and delivering the show’s largest overall audience since its post-Oscars® debut. In addition, “American Idol” earned a 0.53 rating in Adults 18-49, ranking No. 1 in entertainment on broadcast and cable during its two-hour time period and nearly doubling CBS’ performance (“60 Minutes,” “Tracker” and “Wat

Press Release - Ratings

April 28, 2025

American Idol: 816 (Judge’s Song Contest) (5/5)

MONDAY, MAY 5 8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT – American Idol: “816 (Judge’s Song Contest)” (816) Logline: The Top 8 perform songs secretly selected by Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie or Carrie Underwood in the “Judge’s Song Contest.” With Jelly Roll as artist in residence, America votes for the Top 6, and the judges save one to complete the Top 7. Watch episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

April 28, 2025

American Idol: 815 (Ladies’ Night) (5/4)

SUNDAY, MAY 4 8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT/7:00-9:01 p.m. CDT/6:00-8:01 p.m. MDT/5:00-7:01 p.m. PDT*– American Idol: “815 (Ladies’ Night)” (815) Logline: Powerhouse performances celebrate the Iconic Women of Music, featuring Miranda Lambert, as the Top 10 return hoping to earn a spot in the Top 8. America votes live to decide who moves one step closer to becoming the next American Idol. Watch episodes next day on Hulu. *Live coast to coast

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

April 24, 2025

American Idol: 814 (Iconic Idol Moments) (4/28)

MONDAY, APRIL 28 8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT/7:00-9:01 p.m. CDT/6:00-8:01 p.m. MDT/5:00-7:01 p.m. PDT* – American Idol: “814 (Iconic Idol Moments)” (814) Logline: The Top 12 perform unforgettable songs inspired by iconic “American Idol” moments, honoring the show’s legendary history. Season three winner Fantasia returns to the “Idol” stage, and artist in residence Jelly Roll joins our live studio audience. Watch episodes next day on Hulu. *Live coast to coast

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

April 21, 2025

American Idol: 813 (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame) (4/27)

SUNDAY, APRIL 27 8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT/7:00-9:01 p.m. CDT/6:00-8:01 p.m. MDT/5:00-7:01 p.m. PDT* – American Idol: “813 (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame)” (813) Logline: With guidance from guest mentor James Taylor, the Top 14 take on iconic songs from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legends as America votes live for the Top 12. Plus, the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees will be revealed live during the show. Watch episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Unscripted

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‘American Idol’ Season Eight Finishes on High Note With Best Total Viewer Audience in Two Years

‘American Idol’ Sunday and Monday ‘Disney’ Nights Tower Over the Competition

American Idol: SEASON FINALE - 819 (Grand Finale) - (5/18)

American Idol: 818 (Disney Night #2) (5/12)

American Idol: 817 (Disney Night #1) (5/11)

‘American Idol’ Rocks the House With More Back-to-Back Wins

American Idol: 816 (Judge’s Song Contest) (5/5)

American Idol: 815 (Ladies’ Night) (5/4)

American Idol: 814 (Iconic Idol Moments) (4/28)

American Idol: 813 (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame) (4/27)

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