Simon Fuller
Director
American Idol (2002)
Season 11
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?
Released June 11, 2002
Episode 84 min
10+
Genres: Documentary, Game Show, Music, Reality
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Watch Providers: YouTube TV
Network: FOX
Country: United States
Languages:
English
S11E1 - Auditions No. 1: Savannah
Television'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.
Jan. 18, 2012, midnight
S11E2 - Auditions No. 2: Pittsburgh
The 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.
Jan. 19, 2012, midnight
S11E3 - Auditions No. 3: San Diego
The 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.
Jan. 22, 2012, midnight
S11E4 - Auditions No. 4: Aspen
More 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.
Jan. 25, 2012, midnight
S11E5 - Auditions No. 5: Galveston
The 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.
Jan. 26, 2012, midnight
S11E6 - Auditions No. 6: Portland
The auditions continue on the new season of American Idol, as the judges travel to Portland, OR in search for the next singing superstar.
Feb. 1, 2012, midnight
S11E7 - Auditions No. 7: St. Louis
In 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.
Feb. 2, 2012, midnight
S11E8 - Hollywood Round, Part 1
The Hollywood Round begins as Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrow down the auditioncontestants to see who may get a semifinal spot.
Feb. 8, 2012, midnight
S11E9 - Hollywood Round, Part 2
The Hollywood Round continues as Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrow down the contestants after listening to the Group Round Performances.
Feb. 9, 2012, midnight
S11E10 - Hollywood Round, Part 3
Contestants 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
Feb. 15, 2012, midnight
S11E11 - Performance Challenge
A performance round is held in Las Vegas.
Feb. 16, 2012, midnight
S11E12 - Final Judgment, Part 1
The 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.
Feb. 22, 2012, midnight
S11E13 - Final Judgment, Part 2
The judges unveil the remaining semifinalists.
Feb. 23, 2012, midnight
S11E14 - Semifinalist Boys Perform
The male semifinalists perform. Viewer voting begins.
Feb. 28, 2012, midnight
S11E15 - Semifinalist Girls Perform
The female semifinalists perform.
Feb. 29, 2012, midnight
S11E16 - Finalists Chosen
Finalists are revealed. Also: The judges add their wild-card choices to the final group.
March 1, 2012, midnight
S11E17 - 13 Finalists Compete
Season 11's finalists perform songs by Stevie Wonder and Whitney Houston. Mary J. Blige is the mentor.
March 7, 2012, midnight
S11E18 - 1 of 13 Voted Off
One finalist is eliminated in a results episode. The performers are Mary J. Blige and Lauren Alaina.
March 8, 2012, midnight
S11E19 - 11 Finalists Compete
Season 11's finalists must bring it and sing it in a performance edition.
March 14, 2012, midnight
S11E20 - 1 of 11 Voted Off
One singer is cut from the competition in a results episode. Daughtry perform.
March 15, 2012, midnight
S11E21 - 10 Finalists Compete
The finalists perform.
March 21, 2012, midnight
S11E22 - 1 of 10 Voted off
One singer is voted off in a results installment. Guest performers are Lana Del Rey and Haley Reinhart.
March 22, 2012, midnight
S11E23 - 9 Finalists Compete
The finalists perform songs by their own idols.
March 28, 2012, midnight
S11E24 - 1 of 9 Voted Off
A finalist is eliminated in a results episode. Performing: Nicki Minaj and Scotty McCreery.
March 29, 2012, midnight
S11E25 - 8 Finalists Compete
The finalists perform songs from the 1980s.
April 4, 2012, midnight
S11E26 - 1 of 8 Voted Off
One 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".
April 5, 2012, midnight
S11E27 - 7 Finalists Compete
The singers perform.
April 11, 2012, midnight
S11E28 - 1 of 7 Voted Off
One singer is eliminated in a results installment. Performing: Jennifer Hudson; Ne-Yo; James Durbin.
April 12, 2012, midnight
S11E29 - 7 Finalists Compete
The singers perform a current song and a classic soul tune.
April 18, 2012, midnight
S11E30 - 1 of 7 Voted Off
One singer is eliminated in a results episode. The performers are LMFAO and Kris Allen.
April 19, 2012, midnight
S11E31 - 6 Finalists Compete
The singers perform in a Queen-theme episode. Appearing: Queen members Brian May and Roger Taylor.
April 25, 2012, midnight
S11E32 - 1 of 6 Voted Off
One singer is eliminated. Performing: Katy Perry; the Queen Extravaganza (the official touring Queen tribute group); and Stefano Langone.
April 26, 2012, midnight
S11E33 - 5 Finalists Compete
The singers perform. The theme is British music.
May 2, 2012, midnight
S11E34 - 1 of 5 Voted Off
One singer is eliminated. Performing: Carrie Underwood and Coldplay.
May 3, 2012, midnight
S11E35 - 4 Finalists Compete
The singers perform. The theme is "California Dreamin'.
May 9, 2012, midnight
S11E36 - 1 of 4 Voted Off
A finalist is eliminated in a results show. Jennifer Lopez and David Cook perform.
May 10, 2012, midnight
S11E37 - Finalists Compete
The 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.
May 16, 2012, midnight
S11E38 - Finalists Results
A singer is eliminated in a results show. Lisa Marie Presley and Adam Lambert perform.
May 17, 2012, midnight
S11E39 - Final Performance Round
The 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.
May 22, 2012, midnight
S11E40 - Grand Finale
The 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.
May 23, 2012, midnight
Network: FOX
Episode Runtime: 84 min.
Season Runtime: 48153 min.
Released: June 11, 2002
Last Air Date: April 7, 2016, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: TV-PG
Common sense age: 10+
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