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The Best Episodes of American Idol Season 5

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    American Idol Season 5 Episode 1 - 501 (Auditions)
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    S5:E1

    Hopefuls perform for the judges in three cities.

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  2. American Idol Season 5 Episode 2 - 502 (Auditions)
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    S5:E2

    Hopefuls perform for the judges in three cities; the second platinum ticket winner is revealed.

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  3. American Idol Season 5 Episode 3 - 503 (Auditions)
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    S5:E3

    Auditions continue across Los Angeles, Calif., Austin, Texas and Nashville, Tenn.

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  4. American Idol Season 5 Episode 4 - 504 (Auditions)
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    Auditions continue across Los Angeles, Calif.; Austin, Texas; and Nashville, Tenn., where the show's iconic judge auditions will surprise audiences and hopefuls alike with never-before-seen twists.

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  5. American Idol Season 5 Episode 5 - 505 (Auditions)
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    S5:E5

    Auditions across Los Angeles; Austin, Texas; and Nashville, Tenn., come to an end; the final Platinum Ticket winner is revealed.

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  6. American Idol Season 5 Episode 6 - 505A (Auditions)
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    S5:E6

    The judges continue their search for the next singing sensation in Los Angeles; Austin, Texas; and Nashville, Tenn.

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  7. American Idol Season 5 Episode 7 - 506 (Hollywood Week: Genre Challenge)
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    S5:E7

    The search for the next superstar continues as some of the most prolific alums in the shows history return to mentor the contestants; fan favorites from auditions take the stage for the genre challenge to sing their hearts out.

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  8. American Idol Season 5 Episode 8 - 507 (Hollywood Duets Challenge)
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    S5:E8

    Fan favorites form dynamic duos and hit the Hollywood stage for the duets challenge; platinum ticket winners handpick their duet partners and rejoin the competition in hopes of making it through to the next round.

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  9. American Idol Season 5 Episode 9 - 508 (Showstopper/Final Judgment)
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    S5:E9

    The search for the next superstar continues with the showstoppers round; taking the stage for their first time with a band, Idol hopefuls sing their hearts out in their last chance to make it into the coveted top 24.

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  10. American Idol Season 5 Episode 10 - 509 (Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (1))
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    S5:E10

    The contestants wrap up two nights of top 24 performances; Bebe Rexha mentors hopefuls as they belt out unforgettable tunes in hopes of making it through to the next round.

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  11. American Idol Season 5 Episode 11 - 510 (Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (2))
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    S5:E11

    The contestants wrap up two nights of top 24 performances; Bebe Rexha mentors hopefuls as they belt out unforgettable tunes in hopes of making it through to the next round.

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  12. American Idol Season 5 Episode 12 - 511 (Season 20's Top 20)
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    S5:E12

    The competition heats up as last week's votes are in and this seasons top 20 hand-picked by America will be revealed; the remaining contestants perform and viewers at home will vote once again to determine who will make it to the next round.

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  13. American Idol Season 5 Episode 13 - 512 (Top 14 Live Reveal)
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    S5:E13

    America's votes determine which 10 hopefuls continue on their musical journey; the judges choose an additional four singers to join the top 14

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  14. American Idol Season 5 Episode 14 - 513 (Top 14)
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    S5:E14

    Country music star Gabby Barrett returns to mentor the top 14.

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  15. American Idol Season 5 Episode 15 - 514 (Judge's Song Contest)
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    S5:E15

    The judges pick songs for each of the top 11 to perform; each contestant selects their favorite song.

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  16. American Idol Season 5 Episode 16 - 515 (Disney Night)
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    S5:E16

    Contestants perform beloved Disney tunes in hopes of securing America's vote.

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  17. American Idol Season 5 Episode 17 - 516 (The Great Idol Reunion)
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    S5:E17

    "American Idol" greats -- including Ruben Studdard, Scotty McCreery, Jordin Sparks, David Cook, Lauren Alaina, Kris Allen, Maddie Poppe, Laine Hardy, Willie Spence and Caleb Lee Hutchinson -- reunite on the Idol stage.

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  18. American Idol Season 5 Episode 18 - 517 (Top 7)
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    S5:E18

    In a special Mother's Day episode, the top seven dedicate songs to their mother or the mother figure in their lives; will.i.am returns to mentor the remaining contestants vying for a spot in the top five.

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  19. American Idol Season 5 Episode 19 - 518 (Top 5)
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    S5:E19

    The Top 5 contestants travel to Las Vegas to be mentored by Carrie Underwood; each contestant will perform two songs.

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  20. American Idol Season 5 Episode 20 - 519 (Grand Finale)
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    S5:E20

    The top three perform, and a winner is chosen; guest performers include Carrie Underwood, James Arthur, Sara Bareilles, Gabby Barrett, Michael Bublé, Deana Carter, Earth, Wind & Fire, Melissa Etheridge, Flo Rida, Ben Platt and more.

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"501 (Auditions)" is the best rated episode of American Idol season 5. It scored 0.0/10 from 0 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on February 27, 2022.