American Idol (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Series · ★ 5
Released in 2002, American Idol is a reality series.
What it’s about. 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?
Who’s in it. American Idol stars Ryan Seacrest as Self - Host, Simon Cowell as Self - Judge, Randy Jackson as Self - Judge and Steven Tyler as Self - Judge, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, American Idol has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Hulu, fuboTV and YouTube TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch American Idol page.
If you liked it. Fans of American Idol tend to enjoy The Kardashians, The Simpsons, Drawn Together and Clarkson's Farm.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch American Idol (2002)?
- In US, American Idol is available to stream on Hulu, fuboTV and YouTube TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is American Idol worth watching?
- American Idol holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy reality. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in American Idol?
- American Idol stars Ryan Seacrest, Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, Steven Tyler and Kara DioGuardi.
- When was American Idol released?
- American Idol was released in 2002.