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Staffel 11 (2012)
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Episodes 40
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.
Read MoreAuditions 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.
Read MoreAuditions 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.
Read MoreAuditions 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.
Read MoreAuditions 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.
Read MoreAuditions 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.
Read MoreAuditions 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.
Read MoreHollywood Round, Part 1
The Hollywood Round begins as Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrow down the auditioncontestants to see who may get a semifinal spot.
Read MoreHollywood Round, Part 2
The Hollywood Round continues as Randy, Jennifer and Steven narrow down the contestants after listening to the Group Round Performances.
Read MoreHollywood 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
Read MorePerformance Challenge
A performance round is held in Las Vegas.
Read MoreFinal 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.
Read MoreFinal Judgment, Part 2
The judges unveil the remaining semifinalists.
Read MoreSemifinalist Boys Perform
The male semifinalists perform. Viewer voting begins.
Read MoreSemifinalist Girls Perform
The female semifinalists perform.
Read MoreFinalists Chosen
Finalists are revealed. Also: The judges add their wild-card choices to the final group.
Read More13 Finalists Compete
Season 11's finalists perform songs by Stevie Wonder and Whitney Houston. Mary J. Blige is the mentor.
Read More1 of 13 Voted Off
One finalist is eliminated in a results episode. The performers are Mary J. Blige and Lauren Alaina.
Read More11 Finalists Compete
Season 11's finalists must bring it and sing it in a performance edition.
Read More1 of 11 Voted Off
One singer is cut from the competition in a results episode. Daughtry perform.
Read More10 Finalists Compete
The finalists perform.
Read More1 of 10 Voted off
One singer is voted off in a results installment. Guest performers are Lana Del Rey and Haley Reinhart.
Read More9 Finalists Compete
The finalists perform songs by their own idols.
Read More1 of 9 Voted Off
A finalist is eliminated in a results episode. Performing: Nicki Minaj and Scotty McCreery.
Read More8 Finalists Compete
The finalists perform songs from the 1980s.
Read More1 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".
Read More7 Finalists Compete
The singers perform.
Read More1 of 7 Voted Off
One singer is eliminated in a results installment. Performing: Jennifer Hudson; Ne-Yo; James Durbin.
Read More7 Finalists Compete
The singers perform a current song and a classic soul tune.
Read More1 of 7 Voted Off
One singer is eliminated in a results episode. The performers are LMFAO and Kris Allen.
Read More6 Finalists Compete
The singers perform in a Queen-theme episode. Appearing: Queen members Brian May and Roger Taylor.
Read More1 of 6 Voted Off
One singer is eliminated. Performing: Katy Perry; the Queen Extravaganza (the official touring Queen tribute group); and Stefano Langone.
Read More5 Finalists Compete
The singers perform. The theme is British music.
Read More1 of 5 Voted Off
One singer is eliminated. Performing: Carrie Underwood and Coldplay.
Read More4 Finalists Compete
The singers perform. The theme is "California Dreamin'.
Read More1 of 4 Voted Off
A finalist is eliminated in a results show. Jennifer Lopez and David Cook perform.
Read MoreFinalists 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.
Read MoreFinalists Results
A singer is eliminated in a results show. Lisa Marie Presley and Adam Lambert perform.
Read MoreFinal 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.
Read MoreGrand 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.
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