How To Watch “American Idol” Season 20 Finale

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How to Watch “American Idol” season 20 finale

• Published: May. 22, 2022, 4:00 p.m.

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• Mallory Dwortz | [email protected]

Who will be crowned the next American Idol? Tonight at 8/7c on ABC, watch the final 3 give it their all for one final performance—free with a FuboTV subscription.

Hosted by Ryan Seacrest,American Idol invites aspiring musical artists to audition for the chance to showcase their voices in a fan-voted competition culminating in $250,000 and a recording contract for the winner. The long-running series has produced big names while inspiring other shows of its kind. Now finishing its 20th season, after numerous judging panel change-ups and major production value upgrades, the iconic singing competition is ready to announce a new champion.

Featuring celebrity performances from the judges (Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie) as well as guest stars (Carrie Underwood, Ben Platt, Tai Verdes, and more), tonight’s season finale is sure to dazzle audiences with an enduring American Idol spirit. Tune in tonight at 8pm to watch HunterGirl, Leah Marlene, and Noah Thompson. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite!

Where to watch:

You can stream the American Idol season 20 finale for free when you register for FuboTV (free trial). For $69.99/month, ditch cable and unlock 100+ channels of hit shows, live sports, movies, and more. Click here to get started.

About the finale, from ABC:

Season 20 of ‘American Idol’ concludes in epic fashion with the Top 3 each hitting the Idol stage in hopes of securing America’s vote, including one round dedicated to ‘The Boss,’ Bruce Springsteen. In the end, one winner will be crowned the next American Idol. In addition to the finalists, there will be showstopping performances by superstar judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, as well as Idol legend Carrie Underwood and superstars James Arthur, Sara Bareilles, Gabby Barrett, Michael Buble, Deana Carter, Earth, Wind and Fire, Melissa Etheridge, Flo Rida, Ben Platt, Thomas Rhett, Tai Verdes and more.

Mallory Dwortz

MLive Commerce Reporter Mallory Dwortz has worked in streaming news for more than three years, covering series like "Yellowstone" and "The White Lotus." She is also experienced in live entertainment,... more

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