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American Idol
Dream big.
2002·15 Seasons·567 Episodes·★ 5.0
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?
LUXEN Decision Guide
Does this fit your time and taste?
A focused series choice with a clear genre identity and enough story commitment to reward a viewer who wants more than a one-off watch.
Best fit
Who it is for
A good fit when you want a series you can spend some time with and already know the broad kind of story you want.
Commitment
Long-form commitment · 15 seasons
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The series
Seasons
Season 1
25 episodes
2002
Season 2
39 episodes
2003
Season 3
45 episodes
2004
Season 4
42 episodes
2005
Season 5
41 episodes
2006
Season 6
41 episodes
2007
Season 7
42 episodes
2008
Season 8
40 episodes
2009
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Season 9
43 episodes
2010
Season 10
39 episodes
2011
Season 11
40 episodes
2012
Season 12
37 episodes
2013
Season 13
39 episodes
2014
Season 14
30 episodes
2015
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The Farewell Season
24 episodes
2016
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