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The Best Episodes of American Idol Season 9

Every episode of American Idol Season 9 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of American Idol Season 9!

The Best Episodes of American Idol Season 9

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...
  1. Background image for Boston Auditions
    4.9/10(41 votes)

    #1 - Boston Auditions

    S9:E1

    The audition process begins in Boston, as hopefuls line up for the chance to perform for the judges. Victoria Beckham is this weeks guest judge.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for Atlanta Auditions
    4.9/10(43 votes)

    #2 - Atlanta Auditions

    S9:E2

    The auditions continue, this time the turn of Atlanta with guest judge Mary J. Blige.

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    Director:Unknown
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    4.0/10(36 votes)

    #3 - Chicago Auditions

    S9:E3

    The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the "Windy City." Don't miss the auditions everyone will be talking about the next day.

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    Director:Unknown
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  4. Background image for Orlando Auditions
    5.4/10(49 votes)

    #4 - Orlando Auditions

    S9:E4

    The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the Sunshine State. Don't miss the auditions everyone will be talking about the next day.

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    Director:Unknown
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  5. Background image for Los Angeles Auditions
    4.3/10(33 votes)

    #5 - Los Angeles Auditions

    S9:E5

    The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the Golden State with guest judges Avril Lavigne and Katy Perry. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day.

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    Director:Unknown
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  6. Background image for Dallas Auditions
    4.1/10(34 votes)

    #6 - Dallas Auditions

    S9:E6

    The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the Lone Star State with guest judges Neil Patrick Harris and Joe Jonas. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day

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    Director:Unknown
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  8. Background image for Denver Auditions
    5.1/10(34 votes)

    #7 - Denver Auditions

    S9:E7

    The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the "Mile High City" with returning guest judge Victoria Beckham. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day.

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    Director:Unknown
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  9. Background image for The Road To Hollywood
    5.3/10(48 votes)

    #8 - The Road To Hollywood

    S9:E8

    It is the last of the Season Nine auditions. Join Simon, Kara and Randy as they continue their quest to find the next singing superstar. Don't miss the auditions everyone will be talking about the next day

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    Director:Unknown
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  10. Background image for Hollywood Round 1
    5.1/10(38 votes)

    #9 - Hollywood Round 1

    S9:E9

    American Idol's newest judge, Ellen DeGeneres, joins Simon Cowell, Kara DioGuardi and Randy Jackson in Hollywood to begin winnowing down the contestants. The golden ticket contenders chosen from around the nation will endure a grueling rehearsal schedule and pressure-packed auditions as they vie for a coveted spot among the Top 24. Find out who will survive and who will go home during round 1.

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    Director:Unknown
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  11. Background image for Hollywood Round 2
    5.2/10(39 votes)

    #10 - Hollywood Round 2

    S9:E10

    The pressure mounts as the Hollywood Round contestants must perform once again for Simon, Ellen, Kara and Randy in hopes of securing a spot in the Top 24. See who makes it through to another day when round 2 continues.

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    Director:Unknown
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  12. Background image for Hollywood Round 3
    4.3/10(33 votes)

    #11 - Hollywood Round 3

    S9:E11

    The pressure mounts as Simon, Ellen, Kara and Randy narrow down the contestants even further in their search for the Top 24. See who makes it through to another day when the all-new two-hour Hollywood Round 3 begins.

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    Director:Unknown
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  13. Background image for Hollywood Round 4 - Top 24 Semifinalists Announced
    4.8/10(29 votes)

    #12 - Hollywood Round 4 - Top 24 Semifinalists Announced

    S9:E12

    The judges make their final cuts tonight, and this season's semifinalists - 12 boys and 12 girls - are revealed tonight.

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    Director:Unknown
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  14. Background image for Top 12 Girls Perform
    4.5/10(36 votes)

    #13 - Top 12 Girls Perform

    S9:E13

    The Top 12 female semifinalists take the American Idol stage for the first time to perform live for the judges and for the nation. On this season's first night of voting, the contestants will sing their hearts out in hopes of winning America's vote and surviving another week in the competition.

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    Director:Unknown
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  15. Background image for Top 12 Guys Perform
    4.5/10(32 votes)

    #14 - Top 12 Guys Perform

    S9:E14

    The Top 12 male semifinalists sing their hearts out live for America and the American Idol judges. After the performances, it is up to America to vote.

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  16. Background image for Top 24 Results
    4.7/10(28 votes)

    #15 - Top 24 Results

    S9:E15

    During the first live results show of the season, four semifinalists - two girls and two boys - will be eliminated from the competition and sent home. Tune in to see if your favorites made the cut when the first four contestants are sent home after America's vote is revealed.

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  17. Background image for Top 10 Guys Perform
    4.7/10(31 votes)

    #16 - Top 10 Guys Perform

    S9:E16

    The Top 10 male semifinalists perform live for America's vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles.

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  18. Background image for Top 10 Girls Perform
    4.8/10(30 votes)

    #17 - Top 10 Girls Perform

    S9:E17

    The Top 10 female semifinalists perform live for America's vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles.

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    Director:Unknown
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  19. Background image for Top 20 Results
    4.8/10(27 votes)

    #18 - Top 20 Results

    S9:E18

    Four more semifinalists - two girls and two boys - will be eliminated from the competition and sent home tonight after America's vote is revealed. Tune in to see if your favorites make the cut.

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  20. Background image for Top 8 Girls Perform
    4.9/10(33 votes)

    #19 - Top 8 Girls Perform

    S9:E19

    The eight female semifinalists perform live for America and the American Idol judges. After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles.

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    5.0/10(33 votes)

    #20 - Top 8 Guys Perform

    S9:E20

    The eight male semifinalists perform live for America and the American Idol judges. After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles.

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    Director:Unknown
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  22. Background image for Top 16 Results
    5.5/10(51 votes)

    #21 - Top 16 Results

    S9:E21

    It's the moment you've been waiting for! This season's Top 12 are announced tonight as four more semifinalists are eliminated from the competition and sent home after America's vote is revealed. Tune in to see if your favorites earn one of the coveted spots in the Top 12

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  23. Background image for Top 12 Finalists Perform
    4.9/10(32 votes)

    #22 - Top 12 Finalists Perform

    S9:E22

    The Top 12 finalists take the stage to perform live for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles. This Week's Theme Is: Rolling Stones

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    5.0/10(34 votes)

    #23 - 1 of 12 Voted Off

    S9:E23

    The Top 12 finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home during the results show live. Tune in to see if your favorites make it.

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  25. Background image for Top 11 Finalists Perform
    4.7/10(35 votes)

    #24 - Top 11 Finalists Perform

    S9:E24

    The Top 11 finalists take the stage to perform live for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles. Tonight's Theme Is:Billboard # 1 Hits Tonight's Guest Mentor: Miley Cyrus

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    4.8/10(31 votes)

    #25 - 1 of 11 Voted Off

    S9:E25

    The Top 11 finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home during the results show live tonight.

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    Director:Unknown
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Season 9 Ratings Summary

"Boston Auditions" is the best rated episode of "American Idol" season 9. It scored 4.9/10 based on 41 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/12/2010. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Atlanta Auditions".