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The Best Episodes of American Idol Season 8

Every episode of American Idol Season 8 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of American Idol Season 8!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    American Idol Season 8 Episode 34 - Top 5 Results
    8.1/10(65 votes)

    S8:E34

    A contestant is eliminated

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. American Idol Season 8 Episode 40 - Winner Revealed
    7.1/10(74 votes)

    S8:E40

    The top-13 finalists reunite on stage; the winner is announced.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. American Idol Season 8 Episode 37 - Top 3 Finalists Perform
    7.0/10(48 votes)

    S8:E37

    3 Finalists Compete

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. American Idol Season 8 Episode 39 - Top 2 Finalists Perform
    7.0/10(52 votes)

    S8:E39

    The Top 2 Finalist perform. Both Adam Lambert and Kris Allen sing three songs: one song they sang before on the competition, one song chosen by 'Idol' creator Simon Fuller and the song that will be their first Single, co-written by judge Kara DioGuardi

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. American Idol Season 8 Episode 32 - 2 of 7 Voted Off
    6.5/10(46 votes)

    S8:E32

    This episode will end with 2 contestants being eliminated. Performances from disco week include Harry Casey, Thelma Houston and Freda Payne singing a medley of the genres gems. Also, season 7 runner up David Archuleta stops by to sing a song.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. American Idol Season 8 Episode 1 - Phoenix Auditions
    6.3/10(62 votes)

    S8:E1

    Season 8 begins as Simon, Paula and Randy are back to hear the auditions for this year's show.

    Director:Ken Warwick
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. American Idol Season 8 Episode 23 - Top 10 Finalists Perform
    6.1/10(42 votes)

    S8:E23

    The top 10 compete in Motown week with Smokey Robinson.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. American Idol Season 8 Episode 35 - Top 4 Finalists Perform
    6.0/10(42 votes)

    S8:E35

    Top 4 Finalists perform for Rock Week.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. American Idol Season 8 Episode 10 - Hollywood Round 3
    5.8/10(43 votes)

    S8:E10

    Now it is the individuals to show what they have and to shine out the rest of the competition and to show the judges that they did not make the wrong choice from choosing from the Group Week. This week they are solo with the help of the band or their own instrument.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. American Idol Season 8 Episode 27 - Top 8 Finalists Perform
    5.8/10(41 votes)

    S8:E27

    This week's performance showcases feature songs from the year each performer was born for the eight remaining singers.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. American Idol Season 8 Episode 29 - Top 7 Finalists Perform
    5.8/10(48 votes)

    S8:E29

    The remaining contestants perform songs

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Simon Fuller

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  12. American Idol Season 8 Episode 38 - 1 of 3 Voted Off
    5.8/10(46 votes)

    S8:E38

    One of Three Voted Off

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. American Idol Season 8 Episode 7 - New York City & San Juan, PR Auditions
    5.7/10(40 votes)

    S8:E7

    The final auditions take place as the judges head to New York City and then San Juan, PR. in search for the next American Idol.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. American Idol Season 8 Episode 9 - Hollywood Round 2
    5.7/10(41 votes)

    S8:E9

    It is Group Week and no one is safe for this round of tough auditions. With many already to go, a twist forces them to separate and form new groups and make new friends. Which group is going to make it through to the next round and which are going home? The judges decide.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. American Idol Season 8 Episode 28 - 1 of 8 Voted Off
    5.7/10(38 votes)

    S8:E28

    This episode will end with 1 contestants being eliminated.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. American Idol Season 8 Episode 30 - 1 of 7 Voted Off
    5.7/10(43 votes)

    S8:E30

    This episode will end with 1 contestants being eliminated.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. American Idol Season 8 Episode 36 - 1 of 4 Voted Off
    5.7/10(43 votes)

    S8:E36

    1 of 4 voted off. Slash plays lead guitar duiring Idol group number. Daughtry performs and accepts Platinum Record. No Doubt also performs.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. American Idol Season 8 Episode 11 - Hollywood Round 4
    5.6/10(44 votes)

    S8:E11

    The contestants from all over the country have performed tirelessly in front of the judges and faced stiff competition while in Hollywood. Now it's time they reveal the Top 36 who will move on and have a chance at becoming this year's American Idol.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. American Idol Season 8 Episode 12 - Top 36 Finalists Group 1 Perform
    5.6/10(43 votes)

    S8:E12

    Top 36 Finalists Group 1 Perform

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. American Idol Season 8 Episode 19 - Top 13 Finalists Perform
    5.6/10(46 votes)

    S8:E19

    Season eight sees it's first performances from the 13 chosen contestants.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. American Idol Season 8 Episode 25 - Top 9 Finalists Perform
    5.6/10(43 votes)

    S8:E25

    Top 9 Finalists Perform

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. American Idol Season 8 Episode 31 - Top 7 Finalists Perform Again
    5.6/10(40 votes)

    S8:E31

    Top 7 Finalists Perform Again

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. American Idol Season 8 Episode 15 - Top 36 Finalists Group 2 Results
    5.5/10(43 votes)

    S8:E15

    Top 36 Finalists Group 2 Results

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. American Idol Season 8 Episode 14 - Top 36 Finalists Group 2 Perform
    5.3/10(41 votes)

    S8:E14

    Top 36 Finalists Group 2 Perform

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. American Idol Season 8 Episode 17 - Top 36 Finalists Group 3 Results
    5.3/10(35 votes)

    S8:E17

    Top 36 Finalists Group 3 Results

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 8 Ratings Summary

"Top 5 Results" is the best rated episode of "American Idol" season 8. It scored 8.1/10 based on 65 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/29/2009. This episode is rated 1.0 points higher than the second-best, "Winner Revealed".