“American Idol” is airing the finale of its 21st season on Sunday, May 21 at 8 p.m.
The series features host Ryan Seacrest, as well as recurring judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan.
Here’s the information you’ll need to watch a free live stream of “American Idol” online without cable.
How to watch ‘American Idol’ without cable
If you’re a cord-cutter or don’t have cable, it’s easy to live stream “American Idol” on Fubo TV (free trial).
When is ‘American Idol’ on?
“American Idol” airs the 20th and final episode of its 21st season on Sunday, May 21 at 8 p.m. on ABC. It will be followed by a new episode of “The Company You Keep” at 10 p.m.
What channel is ABC?
You can use the channel finder on your provider’s website to locate it: Verizon Fios, AT&T U-verse, Comcast Xfinity, Spectrum/Charter, Optimum/Altice, DIRECTV, Dish.
How to watch ‘American Idol’ online on-demand
If you missed an episode of “American Idol” or want to binge watch the series online as it becomes available, look for it on Fubo TV (free trial).
What is ‘American Idol’ about?
According to the official ABC website: “American Idol,” the iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre, returns to airwaves for season six on ABC. Helping determine who America will ultimately vote to become the next singing sensation are music industry forces and superstar judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. Emmy® Award-winning host and producer Ryan Seacrest hosts the beloved competition series. “American Idol” ranked as the No. 1 program in the Sunday 8-10 p.m. time slot last season among Adults 18-49. In fact, “American Idol” won its time period for the third straight year in Adults 18-49 and was ABC’s No. 1 program last season in Total Viewers. “American Idol” is produced by Fremantle and 19 Entertainment, a part of Sony Pictures Television. Executive producers include Megan Michaels Wolflick, also serving as showrunner, and Fremantle’s Jennifer Mullin, with Eli Holzman and Aaron Saidman serving as executive producers for 19 Entertainment. Fremantle distributes the series worldwide.
Here’s a look at “American Idol,” courtesy of the ABC official YouTube channel:
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Joseph Rejent covers TV, writing about live television, streaming services and cord-cutting. He can be reached at jrejent@njadvancemedia.com.
