American Idol

Season 11

2012 · 40 episodes

Episodes

  1. 1Auditions No. 1: Savannah18 Jan 2012 · 1h 25mTelevision's No. 1 series returns for its highly anticipated 11th season with brand new contestants, a superstar judging panel and the best and worst of auditions. Host Ryan Seacrest and judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler traveled across the country to Charleston & Savannah where the good, the bad and the outrageous auditioned for their shot at stardom. This season promises to deliver the most talented group of singers yet and as always, it's up to the viewers to root and vote for their favorite contestants, ultimately crowning the next American Idol.
  2. 2Auditions No. 2: Pittsburgh19 Jan 2012 · 1h 25mThe auditions continue on the second part of three-night season premiere of American Idolas the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar from Pittsburgh, PA.
  3. 3Auditions No. 3: San Diego22 Jan 2012 · 1h 25mThe auditions continue on a special, extended primetime broadcast of American Idolas the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar from San Diego, CA.
  4. 4Auditions No. 4: Aspen25 Jan 2012 · 1h 25mMore auditions are featured on American Idol as the judges try to find the next singing superstar. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day from Aspen, CO.
  5. 5Auditions No. 5: Galveston26 Jan 2012 · 1h 25mThe auditions continue on American Idol as the judges travel to Galveston, TX to search for the next singing superstar. Don't miss another round of good, bad and outrageous auditions.
  6. 6Auditions No. 6: Portland1 Feb 2012 · 1h 25mThe auditions continue on the new season of American Idol, as the judges travel to Portland, OR in search for the next singing superstar.
  7. 7Auditions No. 7: St. Louis2 Feb 2012 · 1h 25mIn an American Idol exclusive, Madonna will world preview the video for her new single, "Give Me All Your Luvin," featuring Nicki Minaj and M.I.A. Plus, more auditions – this time from St. Louis, MO – as the judges resume their search to find the next singing superstar.
  8. 8Hollywood Round, Part 18 Feb 2012 · 1h 25mThe Hollywood Round begins as Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrow down the auditioncontestants to see who may get a semifinal spot.
  9. 9Hollywood Round, Part 29 Feb 2012 · 1h 25mThe Hollywood Round continues as Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrow down the contestants after listening to the Group Round Performances.
  10. 10Hollywood Round, Part 315 Feb 2012 · 1h 25mContestants try one last time to impress the judges, singing for their lives to prove who deserves to make it to the semi final round. For some, it's the end of the road, but for the first group of semifinalists whose names will be revealed tonight, the next part of the journey is about to begin
  11. 11Performance Challenge16 Feb 2012 · 1h 25mA performance round is held in Las Vegas.
  12. 12Final Judgment, Part 122 Feb 2012 · 1h 25mThe contestants must bring it and sing it in one final performance opportunity to win over the judges, who then reveal the first group of semifinalists.
  13. 13Final Judgment, Part 223 Feb 2012 · 1h 25mThe judges unveil the remaining semifinalists.
  14. 14Semifinalist Boys Perform28 Feb 2012 · 1h 25mThe male semifinalists perform. Viewer voting begins.
  15. 15Semifinalist Girls Perform29 Feb 2012 · 1h 25mThe female semifinalists perform.
  16. 16Finalists Chosen1 Mar 2012 · 1h 25mFinalists are revealed. Also: The judges add their wild-card choices to the final group.
  17. 1713 Finalists Compete7 Mar 2012 · 1h 25mSeason 11's finalists perform songs by Stevie Wonder and Whitney Houston. Mary J. Blige is the mentor.
  18. 181 of 13 Voted Off8 Mar 2012 · 1h 25mOne finalist is eliminated in a results episode. The performers are Mary J. Blige and Lauren Alaina.
  19. 1911 Finalists Compete14 Mar 2012 · 1h 25mSeason 11's finalists must bring it and sing it in a performance edition.
  20. 201 of 11 Voted Off15 Mar 2012 · 1h 25mOne singer is cut from the competition in a results episode. Daughtry perform.
  21. 2110 Finalists Compete21 Mar 2012 · 1h 25mThe finalists perform.
  22. 221 of 10 Voted off22 Mar 2012 · 1h 25mOne singer is voted off in a results installment. Guest performers are Lana Del Rey and Haley Reinhart.
  23. 239 Finalists Compete28 Mar 2012 · 1h 25mThe finalists perform songs by their own idols.
  24. 241 of 9 Voted Off29 Mar 2012 · 1h 25mA finalist is eliminated in a results episode. Performing: Nicki Minaj and Scotty McCreery.
  25. 258 Finalists Compete4 Apr 2012 · 1h 25mThe finalists perform songs from the 1980s.
  26. 261 of 8 Voted Off5 Apr 2012 · 1h 25mOne finalist is eliminated in a results edition. Guest performers are the Wanted and Kellie Pickler. Also: the premiere of the Jennifer Lopez music video "Dance Again".
  27. 277 Finalists Compete11 Apr 2012 · 1h 25mThe singers perform.
  28. 281 of 7 Voted Off12 Apr 2012 · 1h 25mOne singer is eliminated in a results installment. Performing: Jennifer Hudson; Ne-Yo; James Durbin.
  29. 297 Finalists Compete18 Apr 2012 · 1h 25mThe singers perform a current song and a classic soul tune.
  30. 301 of 7 Voted Off19 Apr 2012 · 1h 25mOne singer is eliminated in a results episode. The performers are LMFAO and Kris Allen.
  31. 316 Finalists Compete25 Apr 2012 · 1h 25mThe singers perform in a Queen-theme episode. Appearing: Queen members Brian May and Roger Taylor.
  32. 321 of 6 Voted Off26 Apr 2012 · 1h 25mOne singer is eliminated. Performing: Katy Perry; the Queen Extravaganza (the official touring Queen tribute group); and Stefano Langone.
  33. 335 Finalists Compete2 May 2012 · 1h 25mThe singers perform. The theme is British music.
  34. 341 of 5 Voted Off3 May 2012 · 1h 25mOne singer is eliminated. Performing: Carrie Underwood and Coldplay.
  35. 354 Finalists Compete9 May 2012 · 1h 25mThe singers perform. The theme is "California Dreamin'.
  36. 361 of 4 Voted Off10 May 2012 · 1h 25mA finalist is eliminated in a results show. Jennifer Lopez and David Cook perform.
  37. 37Finalists Compete16 May 2012 · 1h 25mThe final three singers each perform three songs—a judges' choice, Jimmy Iovine's choice and their own choice. They also return to their hometowns to visit family, friends and fans.
  38. 38Finalists Results17 May 2012 · 1h 25mA singer is eliminated in a results show. Lisa Marie Presley and Adam Lambert perform.
  39. 39Final Performance Round22 May 2012 · 1h 25mThe two finalists perform in Part 1 of the two-part Season 11 finale. Jason Derulo and Scotty McCreery perform. From the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live.
  40. 40Grand Finale23 May 2012 · 1h 25mThe winning singer is revealed in the conclusion of the two-part Season 11 finale. Guest performers include Rihanna, Aerosmith, Neil Diamond and Chaka Khan, John Fogerty, Jennifer Holliday, Fantasia, Jordin Sparks and Reba McEntire. Also: a reunion of the Top 12 contestants.