The BEST episodes of American Idol season 20

Every episode of American Idol season 20, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of American Idol season 20!

The smash reality series showcases wannabe pop stars competing for a record deal by crooning for a panel of judges. The judges review a performer's talent (or lack thereof), and at-home viewers then vote for their favorite potential star. The show helped launch the careers of such artists as Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Hudson and Adam Lambert.

Last Updated: 5/12/2025Network: ABC (US)Status: Continuing
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#1 - Auditions 6

Season 20 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/27/2022

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#2 - Grand Finale

Season 20 - Episode 20 - Aired 5/22/2022

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#3 - Top 5

Season 20 - Episode 19 - Aired 5/15/2022

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#4 - Top 7

Season 20 - Episode 18 - Aired 5/8/2022

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#5 - The Great Idol Reunion

Season 20 - Episode 17 - Aired 5/2/2022

Idol greats Ruben Studdard, Scotty McCreery, Jordin Sparks, David Cook, Lauren Alaina, Kris Allen, Maddie Poppe, Laine Hardy, Willie Spence, Caleb Lee Hutchinson, Grace Kinstler, Laci Kaye Booth, and additional surprise guests, reunite on the Idol stage.

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#6 - Disney Night

Season 20 - Episode 16 - Aired 5/1/2022

Derek Hough mentors the Top 10 contestants as they prepare to perform beloved Disney tunes in hopes of securing America's vote.

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#7 - Judge's Song Contest

Season 20 - Episode 15 - Aired 4/25/2022

The judges each pick a song for each of the Top 11 to perform. Without knowing who offered the suggestion, each contestant selects their favorite song to perform, revealing the winning judge.

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#8 - Top 14

Season 20 - Episode 14 - Aired 4/24/2022

Idol alum Gabby Barrett returns to mentor the Top 14 and offer guidance on what it takes to become America's next superstar.

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#9 - Top 14 Live Reveal

Season 20 - Episode 13 - Aired 4/18/2022

America's votes choose 10 Idol hopefuls, after which the judges choose an additional 4 singers to round out the Top 14.

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#10 - Season 20's Top 20

Season 20 - Episode 12 - Aired 4/17/2022

The Top 20 is revealed and then performs for America’s vote.

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#11 - Auditions 1

Season 20 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/27/2022

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

Season 20 - Episode 11 - Aired 4/11/2022

The Top 24 performances conclude. Pop star Bebe Rexha mentors Idol hopefuls.

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

Season 20 - Episode 10 - Aired 4/10/2022

Idol returns to Aulani Resort in Ko Olina, Hawaii, to kick off 2 nights of performances by the Top 24. Idol alum Jimmie Allen serves as a mentor.

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#14 - Showstopper/Final Judgment

Season 20 - Episode 9 - Aired 4/4/2022

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 Top 24. In the Final Judgment, two pairs of contestants face off in a sing-off.

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#15 - Hollywood Duets Challenge

Season 20 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/3/2022

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.

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#16 - Hollywood Week: Genre Challenge

Season 20 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/28/2022

Hollywood Week kicks off with alums returning to mentor the contestants, including Jordin Sparks, David Cook, Lauren Alaina, Ruben Studdard, Chayce Beckham, Lee DeWyze, and Haley Reinhart. Then, fan favorites from auditions take the stage for the Genre Challenge.

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#17 - Auditions 5

Season 20 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/21/2022

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#18 - Auditions 4

Season 20 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/20/2022

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#19 - Auditions 3

Season 20 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/13/2022

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#20 - Auditions 2

Season 20 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/6/2022