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The Best Episodes of American Idol Season 2

Every episode of American Idol Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of American Idol Season 2!

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Genre:Reality
Network:ABC

Season 2 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "American Idol" season 2 is "Auditions (1)", rated 5.2/10 from 75 user votes. It was directed by N/A and written by N/A. "Auditions (1)" aired on 3/3/2019 and is rated 0.8 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Auditions (2)".

  • Auditions (1)
    5.2/10 75 votes

    #1 - Auditions (1)

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 3/3/2019

    Auditions in Louisville KY, Coeur d’Alene ID, Los Angeles CA, New York NY, and Denver CO.

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  • Auditions (2)
    4.4/10 58 votes

    #2 - Auditions (2)

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 3/6/2019

    Auditions in Coeur d’Alene ID, Louisville KY, and Los Angeles CA.

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  • Auditions (3)
    4.2/10 53 votes

    #3 - Auditions (3)

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 3/10/2019

    Auditions in Coeur d’Alene ID, New York NY, Louisville KY, and Los Angeles CA. Lionel Richie reminisces about Mohammed Ali.

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  • Auditions (4)
    4.4/10 53 votes

    #4 - Auditions (4)

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 3/17/2019

    Auditions from Los Angeles CA, Louisville KY, New York NY, and Coeur d’Alene ID. Stories include a girl reuniting with her egg donor, a performance that Katy Perry shares as one of her favorite voices she has ever heard, an audition that makes Luke Bryan drop to the floor, and emotional family stories that will touch audiences across America.

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  • Auditions (5)
    4.3/10 50 votes

    #5 - Auditions (5)

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 3/18/2019

    Auditions from Los Angeles CA, New York NY, Louisville KY, and Denver CO see if they have what it takes to move on in the competition. Stories include one surprise audition that no one saw coming, a reunion for judge Luke Bryan, and an incredible story of defying the odds.

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  • Hollywood Week (1)
    4.4/10 53 votes

    #6 - Hollywood Week (1)

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 3/24/2019

    Tensions are high as this year’s crop of hopefuls battles it out in solo and group round performances from the famous stage of The Orpheum Theatre. Helping to guide them through the rigorous week is in-house mentor Bobby Bones. Don’t miss phenomenal performances from returning fan favorites, an emergency trip to the hospital in an ambulance, and a special moment when one lucky contestant receives a heartfelt gift from Luke Bryan.

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  • Hollywood Week (2)
    4.3/10 47 votes

    #7 - Hollywood Week (2)

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 3/25/2019

    Contestants battle it out in group rounds and solo performances in the hope of advancing to the next round of the competition. Also, don't miss a surprise on-stage marriage proposal.

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  • Showcase & Final Judgment
    4.4/10 50 votes

    #8 - Showcase & Final Judgment

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 3/31/2019

    The showcase round goes to Aulani, A Disney Resort in Ko Olina, Hawaii, where the show’s Top 40 contestants take to the beach for solo performances in front of a live audience and the judge panel. Afterward, the judges sit down with each contestant to reveal their fate, culminating with the show’s Top 20 finalists.

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  • Top 20 Solos
    4.4/10 48 votes

    #9 - Top 20 Solos

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 4/1/2019

    The top 20 finalists perform in front of a live audience.

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  • All-Star Duets
    4.3/10 51 votes

    #10 - All-Star Duets

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 4/7/2019

    The first 10 of the Top 20 finalists perform duets with all-star celebrity partners. Following the performances and during a shocking elimination, the “American Idol” judges will determine which 7 finalists will advance to the Top 14 and get the chance to perform for America’s vote.

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  • All-Star Duets Part 2
    3.8/10 49 votes

    #11 - All-Star Duets Part 2

    Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 4/8/2019

    The remaining 10 of the Top 20 finalists perform duets with all-star celebrity partners. Following the performances, the contestants find out who has made the last 7 spots, rounding out the Top 14 during a final elimination that will leave audiences stunned.

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  • Top 14
    4.1/10 48 votes

    #12 - Top 14

    Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 4/14/2019

    The top 14 contestants perform on the iconic Idol stage for the first time, in hope of winning over the hearts of viewers and being voted through to the next phase of the competition.

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  • Top 10 Reveal
    4.3/10 51 votes

    #13 - Top 10 Reveal

    Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 4/15/2019

    The 7 contestants with the most votes by America take their spot in the top 10, while the 7 remaining contestants must sing to impress the judges.

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  • Disney Night
    4.3/10 38 votes

    #14 - Disney Night

    Season 2 Episode 14 - Aired 4/21/2019

    The Top 10 contestants head to Disneyland in Anaheim, CA, to prepare for Disney Night. The finalists are joined by celebrity mentor Rebel Wilson. The 3 judges perform a timeless Disney song in Fantasyland. The Top 10 then return to the iconic Idol stage to perform fan-favorite Disney songs in the hope of winning America’s vote for a spot in the Top 8. Lea Michele performs the song “Under the Sea.” Also, Maddie Poppe and Caleb Lee Hutchinson return to the stage to sing a Disney classic duet.

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  • Meet Your Finalists
    4.2/10 40 votes

    #15 - Meet Your Finalists

    Season 2 Episode 15 - Aired 4/22/2019

    This 2-hour special episode takes a deep dive into each finalist’s journey on the show thus far, highlighting new, never-before-seen songs, stories, performances, and footage, as well as revisiting favorite moments from this season.

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  • Queen Night
    4.4/10 40 votes

    #16 - Queen Night

    Season 2 Episode 16 - Aired 4/28/2019

    The finalists continue their journey in the competition, paying tribute to one of the world’s most iconic bands, Queen. Each contestant takes on a song from the legendary Queen catalogue, before partnering up for classic movie duet performances. Helping to prepare the Top 8 to rock the stage is alumnus Adam Lambert.

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  • Woodstock and Show Stoppers
    4.0/10 37 votes

    #17 - Woodstock and Show Stoppers

    Season 2 Episode 17 - Aired 5/5/2019

    Each contestant performs one inspirationally powerful “showstopper” song, with the help of Grammy Award-winning artist, Lauren Daigle, who serves as celebrity guest mentor. Each finalist also takes on a song performed at the famed Woodstock music festival in 1969.

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  • Top 5
    4.3/10 38 votes

    #18 - Top 5

    Season 2 Episode 18 - Aired 5/12/2019

    The journey to find the next superstar continues as the remaining five Idol hopefuls leave it all on the stage, singing their hearts out to win America’s vote and land themselves a spot in the coveted season finale.

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  • Grand Finale
    4.5/10 38 votes

    #19 - Grand Finale

    Season 2 Episode 19 - Aired 5/19/2019

    The second season rounds out with an epic grand finale event, featuring the Top 3 contestants. The crowning moment is preceded by special performances from music legends, including our own superstar judges, the return of fan-favorite contestants and a special visit by last season’s winner, Maddie Poppe.

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