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The Best Episodes of American Idol Season 7

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The Best Episodes of American Idol Season 7

Each year, hopeful singers from all over the country audition to be part of one of the biggest shows in American television history. Who will...

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  1. 7.5/10(101 votes)

    #1 - Winner Announced

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    S7:E42

    On tonight's exciting performance show, the last of the season, the final two contestants will battle it out live at the NOKIA Theatre LA LIVE in Downtown Los Angeles. One will be the next American Idol and one will go home. Tonight's Theme Is: Clive Davis's choice, Songwriter's Competition choice, & Contestant's choice of any song from the season. Performing Tonight are: David Archuleta David Cook

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  2. 5.9/10(49 votes)

    #2 - Top 2 Finalists Perform

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    S7:E41

    On tonight's exciting performance show, the last of the season, the final two contestants will battle it out live at the NOKIA Theatre LA LIVE in Downtown Los Angeles. One will be the next American Idol and one will go home. Tonight's Theme Is: Clive Davis's choice, Songwriter's Competition choice, & Contestant's choice of any song from the season.

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  3. 5.7/10(57 votes)

    #3 - Philadelphia Auditions

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    S7:E1

    The No. 1 show on television returns for an all-new season with new contestants, new dreams and, of course, the best and worst auditions from Philadelphia, PA.

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  4. 5.7/10(54 votes)

    #4 - 1 of 5 Voted Off

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    S7:E36

    Last night, American Idol's Top 5 sung their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight live who will survive and who will be sent home. Find out tonight who will sing again next week and who will go home. Also Neil Diamond performs Amazing Grace, & Natasha Bedingfield performs Pocketful of Sunshine.

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  5. 5.5/10(49 votes)

    #5 - Dallas Auditions

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    S7:E2

    The seventh season continues as more contestants audition from Dallas, TX.

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  6. 5.5/10(48 votes)

    #6 - Top 11 Results

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    S7:E23

    Last night, the Top 11 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight live who will return to sing next week. The contestant who received the fewest votes will be sent home. Also there will be a special performance from Kellie Pickler.

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  8. 5.4/10(53 votes)

    #7 - The Top 12 Boys Perform

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    S7:E11

    Of the 24 semifinalists chosen last week, the Top 12 boys will perform for America for the first time. Then it's up to the viewers to vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home? Performing Tonight are: David Archuleta Colton Berry Jason Castro Robbie Carrico David Cook Chikezie Eze Garrett Haley David Hernandez Michael Johns Luke Menard Danny Noriega Jason Yeager

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  9. 5.4/10(49 votes)

    #8 - Top 10 Boys Compete

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    S7:E14

    Having survived last week's competition, the Top 10 boys perform again for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites. Who will keep singing, and who will go home? Performing Tonight are: David Archuleta Jason Castro Robbie Carrico David Cook Chikezie Eze David Hernandez Michael Johns Luke Menard Danny Noriega Jason Yeager

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  10. 5.3/10(47 votes)

    #9 - Top 24 Chosen

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    S7:E10

    Contestants chosen from around the nation have endured the grueling schedule and high-pressure auditions of the Hollywood Round, hoping to impress the judges and secure one of the 24 semifinalist spots. Tonight the judges make their final cuts to determine the Top 24. The Top 12 males and Top 12 females will be revealed tonight.

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  11. 5.2/10(45 votes)

    #10 - Top 12 Girls Compete

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    S7:E12

    Of the 24 semifinalists chosen last week, the Top 12 girls will perform for America for the first time. Then it's up to the viewers to vote for their favorites. Who will survive and who will go home? Performing Tonight are: Joanne Borgella Kristy Lee Cook Amy Davis Asia'h Epperson Alexandrea Lushington Kady Malloy Ramiele Malubay Syesha Mercado Amanda Overmyer Carly Smithson Alaina Whitaker Brooke White

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  12. 5.0/10(42 votes)

    #11 - Top 24 Results

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    S7:E13

    The 24 semifinalists performed for America this week, and the viewers have determined their fate. Tonight, four contestants – two males and two females – will go home, leaving 20 finalists vying for the American Idol crown. Who will make it through the first round of cuts?

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  13. 5.0/10(44 votes)

    #12 - Top 9 Results

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    S7:E27

    Last night, the Top 9 finalists sang their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight who will sing again next week and who will go home as American Idol celebrates its 250th Episode Milestone. Also Dolly Parton performs.

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  14. 4.9/10(43 votes)

    #13 - Top 8 Girls Compete

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    S7:E18

    Having survived last week's competition, the Top 8 girls perform again for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites. Who will keep singing, and who will go home? Performing Tonight are: Kristy Lee Cook Asia'h Epperson Kady Malloy Ramiele Malubay Syesha Mercado Amanda Overmyer Carly Smithson Brooke White

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  15. 4.8/10(49 votes)

    #14 - San Diego Auditions

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    S7:E3

    American Idol hopefuls continue to dream big and hope to win over the judges for their chance at stardom from San Diego, CA.

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  16. 4.8/10(46 votes)

    #15 - Charleston Auditions

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    S7:E4

    American Idol continues their quest to find the next singing superstar. Watch as thousands of hopefuls from Charleston, SC go before the judges in hopes of making it to Hollywood.

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  17. 4.8/10(43 votes)

    #16 - Top 20 Results

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    S7:E16

    The remaining 20 semifinalists performed for America this week, and the viewers voted for their favorites. Tonight, four contestants – two males and two females – who received the fewest votes will go home, leaving 16 semifinalists to vie for the American Idol crown.

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  18. 4.8/10(72 votes)

    #17 - Idol Gives Back

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    S7:E29

    Idol Gives Back is a music celebration raising awareness and benefiting various U.S. and international charities. This year's event will be bigger and more ambitious than ever, and will feature incredible international artists and sports stars including Bono, Brad Pitt, Reese Witherspoon, Miley Cyrus, Mariah Carey, Eli Manning, Peyton Manning, Fergie, Chris Daughtry, Carrie Underwood, Annie Lennox, John Legend, Snoop Dogg, Fantasia Barrino, Elliott Yamin, Robin Williams, Celine Dion, Forest Whitaker, Billy Crystal, Dane Cook, Kiefer Sutherland, Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale, Band From TV (Hugh Laurie), Jennifer Connolly, and Amy Adams, John Cena, Triple H, Chris Jericho.

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  19. 4.7/10(42 votes)

    #18 - Best of the Rest Auditions

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    S7:E8

    American Idol continues their quest to find the next singing superstar. Watch as thousands of hopefuls go before the judges in hopes of making it to Hollywood from the Best Of The Rest from Philadelphia, Dallas, San Diego, Charleston, Omaha, Miami, & Atlanta.

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  20. 4.7/10(46 votes)

    #19 - Top 8 Boys Compete

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    S7:E17

    Having survived last week's competition, the Top 8 boys perform again for America. After the show, the viewers will vote for their favorites. Who will keep singing, and who will go home? Performing Tonight are: David Archuleta Jason Castro David Cook Chikezie Eze David Hernandez Michael Johns Luke Menard Danny Noriega

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  21. 4.7/10(43 votes)

    #20 - Top 12 Finalists Perform

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    S7:E20

    Tonight the Top 12 finalists perform live for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. In this special two-hour show, the contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition. Tune in to see who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure. Tonight's Theme Is: Lennon/ / McCartney songs Performing Tonight are: David Archuleta Jason Castro David Cook Kristy Lee Cook Chikezie Eze David Hernandez Michael Johns Ramiele Malubay Syesha Mercado Amanda Overmyer Carly Smithson Brooke White

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  22. 4.7/10(44 votes)

    #21 - Top 8 Finalists

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    S7:E28

    Tonight the Top 8 finalists will perform LIVE for the nation, vying for the American Idol crown. The contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition. See who impresses the judges and who buckles under the pressure. Tonight's Theme Is: Inspirational Songs Performing Tonight are: David Archuleta Jason Castro David Cook Kristy Lee Cook Michael Johns Syesha Mercado Carly Smithson Brooke White

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  23. 4.7/10(49 votes)

    #22 - Top 6 Finalists

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  24. 4.7/10(43 votes)

    #23 - 1 of 6 Voted Off

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    S7:E34

    Last night, American Idol's Top 6 sung their hearts out in hopes of winning America over. Find out tonight live who will survive and who will be sent home. Also Leona Lewis performs live.

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  25. 4.6/10(41 votes)

    #24 - Miami Auditions

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    S7:E6

    American Idol continues their quest to find the next singing superstar. Watch as thousands of hopefuls go before the judges in hopes of making it to Hollywood from Miami, FL.

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  26. 4.6/10(44 votes)

    #25 - Hollywood Round

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    S7:E9

    Contestants chosen from around the nation endure a grueling rehearsal schedule and pressure-packed auditions as they vie for a coveted spot among the Top 24. Who will survive and who will go home?

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Season 7 Ratings Summary

"Winner Announced" is the best rated episode of "American Idol" season 7. It scored 7.5/10 based on 101 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 5/21/2008. This episode is rated 1.6 points higher than the second-best, "Top 2 Finalists Perform".