when is american idol on

American Idol 2025 (Season 23) aired new episodes every Sunday and Monday night at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. The season premiered with a special preview episode on Sunday, March 2, 2025, followed by the regular season starting Sunday, March 9, 2025. The show typically aired Sundays and Mondays from 8-10 p.m. ET/PT during its live shows and voting rounds. The 2025 season finale aired live on Sunday, May 18, 2025, starting at 8 p.m. ET. Looking ahead, American Idol Season 24 is expected to premiere in early 2026, likely in February or March, and will also air on Sunday nights at 8 p.m. ET on ABC, although an exact date has not yet been announced.