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The Best Episodes of American Idol Season 5

Every episode of American Idol Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of American Idol Season 5!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    American Idol Season 5 Episode 1 - Auditions (1)
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    #1 - Auditions (1)

    S5:E1

    Hopefuls perform for the judges in three cities.

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  2. American Idol Season 5 Episode 2 - Auditions (2)
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    #2 - Auditions (2)

    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 - Auditions (3)
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    #3 - Auditions (3)

    S5:E3

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

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  4. American Idol Season 5 Episode 4 - Auditions (4)
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    #4 - Auditions (4)

    S5:E4

    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 - Auditions (5)
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    #5 - Auditions (5)

    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 - Auditions (6)
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    #6 - Auditions (6)

    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 - Hollywood Week: Genre Challenge
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    #7 - Hollywood Week: Genre Challenge

    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 - Hollywood Duets Challenge
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    #8 - Hollywood Duets Challenge

    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 - Showstopper/Final Judgment
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    #9 - Showstopper/Final Judgment

    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 - Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (1)
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    #10 - Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (1)

    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 - Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (2)
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    #11 - Top 24 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii (2)

    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 - Season 20's Top 20
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    #12 - Season 20's Top 20

    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 - Top 14 Live Reveal
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    #13 - Top 14 Live Reveal

    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 - Top 14
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    #14 - Top 14

    S5:E14

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

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  15. American Idol Season 5 Episode 15 - Judge's Song Contest
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    #15 - Judge's Song Contest

    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 - Disney Night
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    #16 - Disney Night

    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 - The Great Idol Reunion
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    #17 - The Great Idol Reunion

    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 - Top 7
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    #18 - Top 7

    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 - Top 5
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    #19 - Top 5

    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 - Grand Finale
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    #20 - Grand Finale

    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

"Auditions (1)" is the best rated episode of "American Idol" season 5. It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/27/2022. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Auditions (2)".