This week's episode sees a determined hopeful defy the odds for a chance to audition in front of the judges, resulting in an Idol first. Then, a fan favorite from season one returns for another chance to wow the judges, while another hopeful's great-grandmother fulfills her lifelong dream of meeting Lionel Richie.

American Idol Season 18 Episodes...

• s18e01 - Auditions, Part 1
• s18e02 - Auditions, Part 2
• s18e03 - Auditions, Part 3
• s18e04 - Auditions, Part 4
• s18e05 - Auditions, Part 5
• s18e06 - Hollywood Week - Genre Challenge
• s18e07 - Hollywood Week - Duets
• s18e08 - Hollywood Week - Solos
• s18e09 - Hawaii Showcase and Final Judgment (1)
• s18e10 - Hawaii Showcase and Final Judgment (2)
• s18e11 - American Idol - This Is Me (1)
• s18e12 - American Idol - This Is Me (2)
• s18e13 - On with the Show: Top 20 Sing for Your Vote
• s18e14 - On with the Show: Homeward Bound
• s18e15 - On with the Show: Disney / Mother's Day
• s18e16 - On with the Show: Grand Finale

American Idol Show Summary

This hit FOX musical reality series follows three judges, Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson (II), and Paula Abdul, along with host Ryan Seacrest around the United States in search of the next American Idol, a pop star that truly shines above all the rest. With help from the viewers, they will decide from thousands of participants who will walk away with a record deal and the fame and fortune that is sure to come along with it.