Summary
The 24th season of American Idol starts on January 26, 2026, with its premiere episode focusing on auditions. This season introduces new elements like enhanced social media voting and changes to the traditional format. The show will air on ABC every Monday and can be streamed on Fubo and Hulu.
Key Facts
- American Idol Season 24 premieres on January 26, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET on ABC.
- The first episode will show initial auditions filmed in Nashville at Belmont University.
- Judges include Luke Bryan, Carrie Underwood, and Lionel Richie; Ryan Seacrest hosts.
- The show will move to a weekly Monday night slot from its usual Sunday airing.
- New features like enhanced social media voting are introduced this season.
- Episodes will be available on Hulu the day after airing for on-demand viewing.
- Fubo offers live streaming of the show and a free trial is available.
- The season features a "Hollywood Week: Music City Takeover" and an "Ohana Round" in Hawaii.
