American Idol: The Farewell Season
Season 15 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of American Idol Season 14.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 15 Progress Shield
Denver & Atlanta Auditions
Jan 6, 2016 · 85 min
Host Ryan Seacrest and judges Jennifer Lopez, Keith Urban and Harry Connick Jr. begin their search for talented vocalists with auditions in Denver and Atlanta.
Little Rock & San Francisco Auditions
Jan 7, 2016 · 85 min
The search for the most talented vocalists continues with auditions in Little Rock, Ark., and San Francisco.
Philadelphia Auditions
Jan 13, 2016 · 85 min
Ryan and the judges continue their search for talent with auditions in Philadelphia.
Denver & Little Rock Auditions
Jan 14, 2016 · 85 min
Ryan, Jennifer, Keith, and Harry search the country for the most talented vocalists as the auditions continue in Denver and Little Rock, Ark.
Auditions #5
Jan 20, 2016 · 85 min
Hopefuls audition for the judges in Atlanta, Little Rock, Ark., Philadelphia and San Francisco.
Auditions #6
Jan 21, 2016 · 85 min
Hopefuls perform for the judges in Atlanta, Philadelphia and San Francisco.
Hollywood Round #1
Jan 27, 2016 · 85 min
The judges have heard auditions from all over the country, and now it's time for the best of the best to see if they are cut out for Hollywood.
Hollywood Round #2
Jan 28, 2016 · 85 min
The contestants press on to show the judges what they've got as Hollywood Week continues.
Hollywood Round #3
Feb 3, 2016 · 85 min
Hollywood week continues and the contestants are put to the test. Who will come out on top?
Hollywood Round #4
Feb 4, 2016 · 85 min
The contestants have survived Hollywood week and it is time to find out who will continue on in the competition. Only the best of the best will make it through as the Top 24 are re
Showcase #1: 1st 12 Performances
Feb 10, 2016 · 85 min
The Top 24 have been chosen, and now it's time for the contestants to show the judges that they are here to stay. Twelve of the Top 24 perform in hopes of earning their spot.
Showcase #2: Judges Vote
Feb 11, 2016 · 85 min
Favorite former Idols will return to mentor and sing with the contestants. Then, after giving it their all, the first round of performers will find out who will make the cut. The j
Showcase #3: 2nd 12 Performances
Feb 17, 2016 · 85 min
The remaining 12 of the Top 24 get their chance to shine as they perform for the judges' votes.
Showcase #4: Judges Vote
Feb 18, 2016 · 85 min
Idol fan favorites return to mentor and perform, as the judges vote on the second showcase and five contestants are sent home. Find out who advances to the Top 14 in the quest to b
Wildcard Night: Judges Pick
Feb 24, 2016 · 85 min
After proving themselves alongside Idol legends, some semifinalists will reach the end of their journey. The judges will announce the first eight semi-finalists to make it into the
Top 10 Revealed and Perform
Feb 25, 2016 · 85 min
The first live show of the season is finally here! Host Ryan Seacrest will reveal America's Vote and announce the final two semi-finalists joining the Top 10. Then, the Top 10 fina
Top 6 Perform
Mar 10, 2016 · 85 min
As the competition moves forward, Idol hopefuls have limited time to make a name for themselves. Find out who will move on and who has reached the end of the road.