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The Worst Episodes of American Idol

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    American Idol Season 1 Episode 25 - Season 1 Finale
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    #1 - Season 1 Finale

    S1:E25

    The episode begins as usual, with the whole thing starting. They go behind the scenes for the first hour and the final 10 come back, sing for about half an hour, and then the question on everyone's mind since the series began, who is the american idol? And the winner is...

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. American Idol Season 3 Episode 44 - And The Winner Is.....
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    #2 - And The Winner Is.....

    S3:E44

    Live, two-hour season finale, when either Fantasia or Diana takes the crown! The winner of American Idol season 3 is .... FANTASIA BARRINO!!!!

    Director:Bruce Gowers
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. American Idol Season 3 Episode 45 - Kelly, Ruben & Fantasia: Home for Christmas
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    #3 - Kelly, Ruben & Fantasia: Home for Christmas

    S3:E45

    Past Idols sing songs from their new solo album releases as well as holiday classics. Tonight's theme is: Holiday Classics Performing Tonight is: Kelly Clarkson, Ruben Studdard, Fantasia Barrino

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. American Idol Season 15 Episode 1 - Denver & Atlanta Auditions
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    #4 - Denver & Atlanta Auditions

    S15:E1

    Host Ryan Seacrest and judges Jennifer Lopez, Keith Urban and Harry Connick Jr. begin their search for talented vocalists with auditions in Denver and Atlanta.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. American Idol Season 15 Episode 2 - Little Rock & San Francisco Auditions
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    #5 - Little Rock & San Francisco Auditions

    S15:E2

    The search for the most talented vocalists continues with auditions in Little Rock, Ark., and San Francisco.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. American Idol Season 15 Episode 3 - Philadelphia Auditions
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    #6 - Philadelphia Auditions

    S15:E3

    Ryan and the judges continue their search for talent with auditions in Philadelphia.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. American Idol Season 15 Episode 4 - Denver & Little Rock Auditions
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    #7 - Denver & Little Rock Auditions

    S15:E4

    Ryan, Jennifer, Keith, and Harry search the country for the most talented vocalists as the auditions continue in Denver and Little Rock, Ark.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. American Idol Season 15 Episode 5 - Auditions #5
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    #8 - Auditions #5

    S15:E5

    Hopefuls audition for the judges in Atlanta, Little Rock, Ark., Philadelphia and San Francisco.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. American Idol Season 15 Episode 6 - Auditions #6
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    #9 - Auditions #6

    S15:E6

    Hopefuls perform for the judges in Atlanta, Philadelphia and San Francisco.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. American Idol Season 15 Episode 7 - Hollywood Round #1
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    #10 - Hollywood Round #1

    S15:E7

    The judges have heard auditions from all over the country, and now it's time for the best of the best to see if they are cut out for Hollywood.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. American Idol Season 15 Episode 8 - Hollywood Round #2
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    #11 - Hollywood Round #2

    S15:E8

    The contestants press on to show the judges what they've got as Hollywood Week continues.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. American Idol Season 15 Episode 9 - Hollywood Round #3
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    #12 - Hollywood Round #3

    S15:E9

    Hollywood week continues and the contestants are put to the test. Who will come out on top?

    Director:Unknown
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  13. American Idol Season 15 Episode 10 - Hollywood Round #4
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    #13 - Hollywood Round #4

    S15:E10

    The contestants have survived Hollywood week and it is time to find out who will continue on in the competition. Only the best of the best will make it through as the Top 24 are revealed.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. American Idol Season 15 Episode 11 - Showcase #1: 1st 12 Performances
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    #14 - Showcase #1: 1st 12 Performances

    S15:E11

    The Top 24 have been chosen, and now it's time for the contestants to show the judges that they are here to stay. Twelve of the Top 24 perform in hopes of earning their spot.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. American Idol Season 15 Episode 12 - Showcase #2: Judges Vote
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    #15 - Showcase #2: Judges Vote

    S15:E12

    Favorite former Idols will return to mentor and sing with the contestants. Then, after giving it their all, the first round of performers will find out who will make the cut. The judges vote on who will stay in the competition to become the next, and final, American Idol.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. American Idol Season 15 Episode 13 - Showcase #3: 2nd 12 Performances
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    #16 - Showcase #3: 2nd 12 Performances

    S15:E13

    The remaining 12 of the Top 24 get their chance to shine as they perform for the judges' votes.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. American Idol Season 15 Episode 14 - Showcase #4: Judges Vote
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    #17 - Showcase #4: Judges Vote

    S15:E14

    Idol fan favorites return to mentor and perform, as the judges vote on the second showcase and five contestants are sent home. Find out who advances to the Top 14 in the quest to become the final Idol.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. American Idol Season 15 Episode 15 - Wildcard Night: Judges Pick
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    #18 - Wildcard Night: Judges Pick

    S15:E15

    After proving themselves alongside Idol legends, some semifinalists will reach the end of their journey. The judges will announce the first eight semi-finalists to make it into the Top 10, leaving six to sing for America's vote and the final two spots in this farewell season's Top 10.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. American Idol Season 15 Episode 16 - Top 10 Revealed and Perform
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    #19 - Top 10 Revealed and Perform

    S15:E16

    The first live show of the season is finally here! Host Ryan Seacrest will reveal America's Vote and announce the final two semi-finalists joining the Top 10. Then, the Top 10 finalists will perform for America's vote.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. American Idol Season 15 Episode 17 - Episode 17
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    #20 - Episode 17

    S15:E17

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. American Idol Season 15 Episode 18 - Top 6 Perform
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    #21 - Top 6 Perform

    S15:E18

    As the competition moves forward, Idol hopefuls have limited time to make a name for themselves. Find out who will move on and who has reached the end of the road.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. American Idol Season 15 Episode 19 - Top 5 Perform
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    #22 - Top 5 Perform

    S15:E19

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. American Idol Season 15 Episode 20 - Episode 20
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    #23 - Episode 20

    S15:E20

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. American Idol Season 15 Episode 21 - Episode 21
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    #24 - Episode 21

    S15:E21

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. American Idol Season 15 Episode 22 - American Dream
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    #25 - American Dream

    S15:E22

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Season 1 Finale" is the worst rated episode of "American Idol". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/4/2002. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "And The Winner Is.....".