When will 'American Idol' Season 22 air? Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan return for ABC's singing show
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'American Idol' Season 22 is scheduled to premiere on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at 8 pm ET. The two-hour-long premiere episode will be available for viewers to watch the next day on Hulu.
Following the success of Season 21, which aired on February 19, 2023, 'American Idol' is making a return to discover new talented singers. ABC announced in July 2023 that the show had been renewed for a brand new season, and auditions began shortly after. The previous season was a massive hit, featuring standout contestants such as Iam Tongi, Megan Danielle, and Collin Stough. Iam Tongi emerged as the winner of 'American Idol' Season 22. This nationwide talent search for singers first aired on Fox from June 2002 to April 2016 for 15 seasons and was later picked up by ABC in 2018.
The audition phase of the popular singing contest took place during the fall of 2023 to discover the best singing talents in America. Judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie shared updates on their social media handles about 'American Idol' Season 22. They expressed, "Take a journey with us as we make dreams come true. #AmericanIdol Season 22 will premiere on February 18."
What is 'American Idol' Season 22 all about?
'American Idol' serves as a platform for singers with inspiring dreams from all over America. The talented singers compete to secure a Hollywood ticket during the audition round. Following this initial phase, they go head-to-head in subsequent rounds to vie for the coveted title of 'American Idol.' Once the contestants reach the semi-finals, the audience has the opportunity to vote for their preferred performers.
The teaser for the upcoming season features judges Luke Byrant, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie, accompanied by host Ryan Seacrest, embarking on a golden ticket road to Hollywood in a homage to the classic film 'The Wizard Of Oz'. The trailer for 'American Idol 2024 transports viewers to a fantasy land and offers glimpses of past winners such as Kelly Clarkson and Adam Lambert, showcasing their hometowns.
Where to watch 'American Idol' Season 22?
'American Idol' Season 22 is scheduled to premiere on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at 8 pm ET on ABC. For those without access to live broadcasts, episodes can be streamed on Hulu starting at 3 am ET the next day. Hulu subscription packages begin at $7.99/month with ads, while the ad-free package starts from $10/month.
Who stars in 'American Idol' Season 22?
The familiar judge's panel featuring pop singer Katy Perry, country musician Luke Bryan, and famed musician Lionel Richie is all set to return for Season 22. This trio has been a consistent part of the singing show since its relaunch on ABC in 2018.
Katy Perry
Born on October 25, 1984, Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson, known as Katy Perry is an American singer, songwriter, and television personality. Renowned for her impact on modern pop music, she has delivered chart-topping hits like 'Dark Horse,' 'E.T,' and 'Harleys in Hawaii.'
Lionel Richie
Born on June 20, 1949, Lionel Richie is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and television personality. He gained prominence in the 1970s as a songwriter and co-lead singer of the Motown group Commodores.
Luke Bryan
Born on July 17, 1976, Luke Bryan is an American country singer, television personality, and songwriter. Since 2018, he has served as a judge on 'American Idol'.
What is the latest buzz on 'American Idol' Season 22?
Since the announcement of the renewal of 'American Idol', there has been a buzz among the viewers. Fans of the show expressed their love and excitement in the comments section of the trailer.
One of the viewers commented, "This trailer is spectacular. I love this show! I cannot wait for the new season. I am addicted to this show."
Another was in awe of the show's trailer and stated, "It went surprising for me today and I knew that she’d do it. Come to think of it, this must be their way of celebrating 85 years of The Wizard of Oz happening next year and I find it good for me to see. Good job, guys with the promo."
Another excitedly wrote, "The key to winning American Idol is authenticity and the ability to connect with the audience while performing. You don’t have to sing a certain genre to do that."
Fans can't get over the Disney-themed trailer and wrote, "This promo is fascinating. Can't wait for the show."
'American Idol' Season 22 is all set to air on Sunday, February 18, 2024, on ABC network.