Australian Idol (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Series · ★ 4.8
Released in 2003, Australian Idol is a reality series.
What it’s about. Australian Idol is an Australian singing competition, which began its first season in July 2003 and ended its original run in November 2009 before being revived in January 2023. As part of the Idol franchise, Australian Idol originated from the reality program Pop Idol, which was created by British entertainment executive Simon Fuller. Australian Idol was televised on Network Ten for its first seven series and was broadcast on Austereo Radio Network between 2005 and 2007.
Who’s in it. Australian Idol stars Osher Günsberg as Self - Host, James Mathison as Self - Host, Ian Dickson as Self - Judge and Marcia Hines as Self - Judge, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Australian Idol has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Australian Idol page.
If you liked it. Fans of Australian Idol tend to enjoy The Kardashians, The Simpsons, Drawn Together and Clarkson's Farm.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Australian Idol (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Australian Idol change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Australian Idol worth watching?
- Australian Idol holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy reality. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Australian Idol?
- Australian Idol stars Osher Günsberg, James Mathison, Ian Dickson, Marcia Hines and Mark Holden.
- When was Australian Idol released?
- Australian Idol was released in 2003.