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The excitement is building as we return to Hawaiʻi, where the Top 20 contenders are vying for the coveted title of the next American Idol.
In this final week at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, the talented group receives guidance from mentors Brad Paisley and Keke Palmer. Keke Palmer, known for her diverse talents, will be wearing many hats as she not only mentors but also joins the judging panel and delivers a performance, according to ABC.
Looking ahead, next week’s episode of American Idol, titled “Songs of Faith,” will air live on ABC on March 30. For those who prefer streaming, the episode will also be available live on Disney+. But for now, let’s focus on this week’s episode.
Wondering when you can catch the next episode of American Idol on ABC? Here’s what you need to know.
Is American Idol New Tonight (March 22)?
Unfortunately, due to the unexpected cancellation of The Bachelorette, ABC has scheduled a rerun of American Idol from 8:01 to 10:00 p.m. ET. This will be followed by a special airing of Hulu’s new reality dating show, Love Overboard, premiering at 10:00 p.m. ET.
Thankfully, the next new episode of American Idol is just around the corner!
When Does The Next New Episode of American Idol Premiere on ABC?
American Idol Season 24, Episode 9 airs Monday, March 23 from 8:00-10:00 p.m. ET on ABC.
Episode Synopsis: Per ABC, “In the final week at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaiʻi, Brad Paisley and Keke Palmer continue mentoring the Top 20 hopefuls. Keke returns to the judging panel and takes the stage for a performance. Skip Marley also performs.”
How To Watch American Idol Live:
If you have a valid cable login, you can watch the new season of American Idol on ABC or the ABC app/website.
The only way to watch shows airing live without cable is by using a live TV streaming service. Our favorite is DIRECTV, which comes with a five-day free trial before payment begins.
DIRECTV offers a number of flexible subscription options, including Genre Packs, so you can best choose which streaming plans fit your needs and budget. Plans start at $49.99/month.
You can also watch ABC live with an active subscription to Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, FuboTV, or Sling TV. YouTube TV, FuboTV, and Hulu + Live TV offer free trials for new subscribers.
When Will American Idol Season 24, Episode 9 Be on Hulu?
New episodes of American Idol are available for next-day streaming on Hulu, Disney+, and ABC.com. Season 24, Episode 9 will be available on all the aforementioned platforms on Tuesday, March 24.