Will ‘American Idol’ Return for Season 24? Everything We Know so Far
- American Idol is currently airing its 23rd season on ABC, which was announced in May 2024 shortly before Season 22's finale.
- The show returned to ABC in 2018 after 15 years on Fox and a one-year break, with judges Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Carrie Underwood replacing Katy Perry in Season 23.
- Season 23 features virtual auditions in late August and early September 2024, main auditions on September 30 in New York, and airs Sundays and Mondays at 8/7c.
- The finale for Season 23 is scheduled to air on May 18, 2025, while details about the renewal and judges for Season 24 have not been announced. If the series is renewed, Season 24 could debut around February or March 2026.
- The show’s future depends on ABC’s decision, as judge announcements and specific dates for Season 24 will follow an official renewal announcement.
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Will ‘American Idol’ Return for Season 24? Everything We Know so Far
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