The iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre is back!

The iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre is back!

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 become the new American Idol?

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 become the new American Idol?

How do you turn a talent search into a phenomenon? Simple. You let America be the judge. In the summer of 2002, that's exactly what producer Simon Fuller's 19 Entertainment along with FremantleMedia did for Fox Television. Beginning with an open call for auditions in seven cities across the country, American Idol judges Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell narrowed a field of over 10,000 pop singer wannabes to one American Idol.

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The first season of Sweden's Idol premiered in August 2004 and continued until its grand finale on 26 November. It is a spin off of Britain's Pop Idol.

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THE BEST OF AMERICAN IDOL brings you over 3 and 1/2 hours of performances, auditions and bonus footage featuring all your favorite Idols. Enjoy, for the first time, extended footage of interviews, performances and auditions. Also, join PAULA ABDUL for her exclusive backstage interview with Season 4's American Idols on tour.