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American IdolSeason 11

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  • E01 Auditions No. 1: Savannah

    Jan 18, 2012 · 1h 25m

    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.

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    E02 Auditions No. 2: Pittsburgh

    Jan 19, 2012 · 1h 25m

    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.

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    E03 Auditions No. 3: San Diego

    Jan 22, 2012 · 1h 25m

    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.

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    E04 Auditions No. 4: Aspen

    Jan 25, 2012 · 1h 25m

    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.

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    E05 Auditions No. 5: Galveston

    Jan 26, 2012 · 1h 25m

    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.

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    E06 Auditions No. 6: Portland

    Feb 1, 2012 · 1h 25m

    The auditions continue on the new season of American Idol, as the judges travel to Portland, OR in search for the next singing superstar.

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    E07 Auditions No. 7: St. Louis

    Feb 2, 2012 · 1h 25m

    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.

  • E08 Hollywood Round, Part 1

    Feb 8, 2012 · 1h 25m

    The Hollywood Round begins as Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrow down the auditioncontestants to see who may get a semifinal spot.

  • E09 Hollywood Round, Part 2

    Feb 9, 2012 · 1h 25m

    The Hollywood Round continues as Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrow down the contestants after listening to the Group Round Performances.

  • E10 Hollywood Round, Part 3

    Feb 15, 2012 · 1h 25m

    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

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    E11 Performance Challenge

    Feb 16, 2012 · 1h 25m

    A performance round is held in Las Vegas.

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    E12 Final Judgment, Part 1

    Feb 22, 2012 · 1h 25m

    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.

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    E13 Final Judgment, Part 2

    Feb 23, 2012 · 1h 25m

    The judges unveil the remaining semifinalists.

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    E14 Semifinalist Boys Perform

    Feb 28, 2012 · 1h 25m

    The male semifinalists perform. Viewer voting begins.

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    E15 Semifinalist Girls Perform

    Feb 29, 2012 · 1h 25m

    The female semifinalists perform.

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    E16 Finalists Chosen

    Mar 1, 2012 · 1h 25m

    Finalists are revealed. Also: The judges add their wild-card choices to the final group.

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    E17 13 Finalists Compete

    Mar 7, 2012 · 1h 25m

    Season 11's finalists perform songs by Stevie Wonder and Whitney Houston. Mary J. Blige is the mentor.

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    E18 1 of 13 Voted Off

    Mar 8, 2012 · 1h 25m

    One finalist is eliminated in a results episode. The performers are Mary J. Blige and Lauren Alaina.

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    E19 11 Finalists Compete

    Mar 14, 2012 · 1h 25m

    Season 11's finalists must bring it and sing it in a performance edition.

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    E20 1 of 11 Voted Off

    Mar 15, 2012 · 1h 25m

    One singer is cut from the competition in a results episode. Daughtry perform.

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    E21 10 Finalists Compete

    Mar 21, 2012 · 1h 25m

    The finalists perform.

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    E22 1 of 10 Voted off

    Mar 22, 2012 · 1h 25m

    One singer is voted off in a results installment. Guest performers are Lana Del Rey and Haley Reinhart.

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    E23 9 Finalists Compete

    Mar 28, 2012 · 1h 25m

    The finalists perform songs by their own idols.

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    E24 1 of 9 Voted Off

    Mar 29, 2012 · 1h 25m

    A finalist is eliminated in a results episode. Performing: Nicki Minaj and Scotty McCreery.

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    E25 8 Finalists Compete

    Apr 4, 2012 · 1h 25m

    The finalists perform songs from the 1980s.

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    E26 1 of 8 Voted Off

    Apr 5, 2012 · 1h 25m

    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".

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    E27 7 Finalists Compete

    Apr 11, 2012 · 1h 25m

    The singers perform.

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    E28 1 of 7 Voted Off

    Apr 12, 2012 · 1h 25m

    One singer is eliminated in a results installment. Performing: Jennifer Hudson; Ne-Yo; James Durbin.

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    E29 7 Finalists Compete

    Apr 18, 2012 · 1h 25m

    The singers perform a current song and a classic soul tune.

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    E30 1 of 7 Voted Off

    Apr 19, 2012 · 1h 25m

    One singer is eliminated in a results episode. The performers are LMFAO and Kris Allen.

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    E31 6 Finalists Compete

    Apr 25, 2012 · 1h 25m

    The singers perform in a Queen-theme episode. Appearing: Queen members Brian May and Roger Taylor.

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    E32 1 of 6 Voted Off

    Apr 26, 2012 · 1h 25m

    One singer is eliminated. Performing: Katy Perry; the Queen Extravaganza (the official touring Queen tribute group); and Stefano Langone.

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    E33 5 Finalists Compete

    May 2, 2012 · 1h 25m

    The singers perform. The theme is British music.

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    E34 1 of 5 Voted Off

    May 3, 2012 · 1h 25m

    One singer is eliminated. Performing: Carrie Underwood and Coldplay.

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    E35 4 Finalists Compete

    May 9, 2012 · 1h 25m

    The singers perform. The theme is "California Dreamin'.

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    E36 1 of 4 Voted Off

    May 10, 2012 · 1h 25m

    A finalist is eliminated in a results show. Jennifer Lopez and David Cook perform.

  • E37 Finalists Compete

    May 16, 2012 · 1h 25m

    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.

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    E38 Finalists Results

    May 17, 2012 · 1h 25m

    A singer is eliminated in a results show. Lisa Marie Presley and Adam Lambert perform.

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    E39 Final Performance Round

    May 22, 2012 · 1h 25m

    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.

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    E40 Grand Finale

    May 23, 2012 · 1h 25m

    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.

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