American Idol Season Premiere: Time and Channel for Cincinnati Viewers

‘American Idol’ is making a comeback with Season 24 premiering on January 26. This season, the iconic Hollywood Week will take place in Nashville for the first time ever, along with a new “Ohana Round” in Hawaii that focuses on peer respect, emotional support, and professional insight before America’s vote.

If you’re wondering when to tune in, ‘American Idol’ airs on Monday nights at 8 p.m. ET. The premiere episode will run from 8-10 p.m. ET. You can catch the show on ABC, or stream it on Hulu the day after it airs on live TV services like Hulu + Live TV or Fubo.

Returning judges for Season 24 include Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie, with Ryan Seacrest back as host. As for Katy Perry, she wrapped up her judging duties after Season 22, making way for Carrie Underwood to join the panel in Season 23.