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American Idol Season 8

January. 13,2009

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American Idol

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?

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American Idol

2002 / TV-PG

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?

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Jennifer Lopez, Ryan Seacrest

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American Idol Season 8 Full Episode Guide

Episode 40 - Winner Revealed

First Aired: May. 20,2009

The top-13 finalists reunite on stage; the winner is announced.

Episode 39 - Top 2 Finalists Perform

First Aired: May. 19,2009

The Top 2 Finalist perform. Both Adam Lambert and Kris Allen sing three songs: one song they sang before on the competition, one song chosen by 'Idol' creator Simon Fuller and the song that will be their first Single, co-written by judge Kara DioGuardi

Episode 38 - 1 of 3 Voted Off

First Aired: May. 13,2009

One of Three Voted Off

Episode 37 - Top 3 Finalists Perform

First Aired: May. 12,2009

3 Finalists Compete

Episode 36 - 1 of 4 Voted Off

First Aired: May. 06,2009

1 of 4 voted off. Slash plays lead guitar duiring Idol group number. Daughtry performs and accepts Platinum Record. No Doubt also performs.

Episode 35 - Top 4 Finalists Perform

First Aired: May. 05,2009

Top 4 Finalists perform for Rock Week.

Episode 34 - Top 5 Results

First Aired: April. 29,2009

A contestant is eliminated

Episode 33 - Top 5 Finalists Perform

First Aired: April. 28,2009

This week's performances will come from the songbook of the Rat Pack, the 1960's cool crooners who also went by the names of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis, Jr.

Episode 32 - 2 of 7 Voted Off

First Aired: April. 22,2009

This episode will end with 2 contestants being eliminated. Performances from disco week include Harry Casey, Thelma Houston and Freda Payne singing a medley of the genres gems. Also, season 7 runner up David Archuleta stops by to sing a song.

Episode 31 - Top 7 Finalists Perform Again

First Aired: April. 21,2009

Top 7 Finalists Perform Again

Episode 30 - 1 of 7 Voted Off

First Aired: April. 15,2009

This episode will end with 1 contestants being eliminated.

Episode 29 - Top 7 Finalists Perform

First Aired: April. 14,2009

The remaining contestants perform songs

Episode 28 - 1 of 8 Voted Off

First Aired: April. 08,2009

This episode will end with 1 contestants being eliminated.

Episode 27 - Top 8 Finalists Perform

First Aired: April. 07,2009

This week's performance showcases feature songs from the year each performer was born for the eight remaining singers.

Episode 26 - 1 of 9 Voted Off

First Aired: April. 01,2009

This episode will end with 1 contestants being eliminated.

Episode 25 - Top 9 Finalists Perform

First Aired: March. 31,2009

Top 9 Finalists Perform

Episode 24 - 1 of 10 Voted Off

First Aired: March. 26,2009

Ruebin Studdard, Smokey Robinson, Joss Stone and Stevie Wonder perform.

Episode 23 - Top 10 Finalists Perform

First Aired: March. 25,2009

The top 10 compete in Motown week with Smokey Robinson.

Episode 22 - 1 of 11 Voted Off

First Aired: March. 18,2009

The top 10 is set. Performances by Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood and Randy Travis.

Episode 21 - Top 11 Finalists Perform

First Aired: March. 17,2009

Top 11 Finalists Perform Live

Episode 20 - 2 of 13 Voted Off

First Aired: March. 11,2009

Two of the 13 finalists are voted off the show.

Episode 19 - Top 13 Finalists Perform

First Aired: March. 10,2009

Season eight sees it's first performances from the 13 chosen contestants.

Episode 18 - Wild Card / 3 Finalists Chosen

First Aired: March. 05,2009

Wild Card Results

Episode 17 - Top 36 Finalists Group 3 Results

First Aired: March. 04,2009

Top 36 Finalists Group 3 Results

Episode 16 - Top 36 Finalists Group 3 Perform

First Aired: March. 03,2009

Top 36 Finalists Group 3 Perform

Episode 15 - Top 36 Finalists Group 2 Results

First Aired: February. 26,2009

Top 36 Finalists Group 2 Results

Episode 14 - Top 36 Finalists Group 2 Perform

First Aired: February. 25,2009

Top 36 Finalists Group 2 Perform

Episode 13 - Top 36 Finalists Group 1 Results

First Aired: February. 18,2009

Top 36 Finalists Group 1 Results

Episode 12 - Top 36 Finalists Group 1 Perform

First Aired: February. 17,2009

Top 36 Finalists Group 1 Perform

Episode 11 - Hollywood Round 4

First Aired: February. 11,2009

The contestants from all over the country have performed tirelessly in front of the judges and faced stiff competition while in Hollywood. Now it's time they reveal the Top 36 who will move on and have a chance at becoming this year's American Idol.

Episode 10 - Hollywood Round 3

First Aired: February. 10,2009

Now it is the individuals to show what they have and to shine out the rest of the competition and to show the judges that they did not make the wrong choice from choosing from the Group Week. This week they are solo with the help of the band or their own instrument.

Episode 9 - Hollywood Round 2

First Aired: February. 04,2009

It is Group Week and no one is safe for this round of tough auditions. With many already to go, a twist forces them to separate and form new groups and make new friends. Which group is going to make it through to the next round and which are going home? The judges decide.

Episode 8 - Hollywood Round 1

First Aired: February. 03,2009

With the auditions out of the way, now is the time to separate the good from the bad and to find the real talent that holds in the rooms. With the individuals hoping to make a name for themselves, who is going to outshine the rest and make it through to the next round?

Episode 7 - New York City & San Juan, PR Auditions

First Aired: January. 29,2009

The final auditions take place as the judges head to New York City and then San Juan, PR. in search for the next American Idol.

Episode 6 - Salt Lake City Auditions

First Aired: January. 28,2009

Thousands of hopeful auditioners streamed into Salt Lake City for their chance to show us that they have the talent to be the next American Idol.

Episode 5 - Jacksonville Auditions

First Aired: January. 27,2009

12,000 hardy auditioners turned out in torrential rain in Jacksonville, Florida to sing for the chance to be on season 8 of American Idol.

Episode 4 - Louisville Auditions

First Aired: January. 21,2009

More than 10,000 hardy performers braved extremely hot and muggy weather and turned out for auditions for Season 8 of American Idol in Louisville.

Episode 3 - San Francisco Auditions

First Aired: January. 20,2009

Domarna förflyttar sig till San Francisco förr att höra nästa grupp provsjunga.

Episode 2 - Kansas City Auditions

First Aired: January. 14,2009

The auditions continue from Kansas City.

Episode 1 - Phoenix Auditions

First Aired: January. 13,2009

Season 8 begins as Simon, Paula and Randy are back to hear the auditions for this year's show.

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