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The Best Episodes of American Idol Season 9

Every episode of American Idol Season 9 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of American Idol Season 9!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    American Idol Season 9 Episode 43 - Winner Announced
    6.6/10(38 votes)

    S9:E43

    And the Winner IS.................

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. American Idol Season 9 Episode 30 - Top 9 Finalists Perform Again
    5.8/10(32 votes)

    S9:E30

    The nine remaining finalists - again - take the stage to perform live for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles live.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. American Idol Season 9 Episode 26 - Top 10 Finalists Perform
    5.6/10(31 votes)

    S9:E26

    The Top 10 finalists take the stage to perform live for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles live. Tonight's Mentor: Usher Tonight's Theme Is: R&B songs

    Director:Unknown
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  4. American Idol Season 9 Episode 21 - Top 16 Results
    5.5/10(47 votes)

    S9:E21

    It's the moment you've been waiting for! This season's Top 12 are announced tonight as four more semifinalists are eliminated from the competition and sent home after America's vote is revealed. Tune in to see if your favorites earn one of the coveted spots in the Top 12

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  5. American Idol Season 9 Episode 32 - Top 7 Finalists Perform
    5.5/10(29 votes)

    S9:E32

    The seven remaining contestants perform inspirational songs. Alicia Keys is the mentor.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. American Idol Season 9 Episode 31 - 2 of 9 Voted Off
    5.4/10(33 votes)

    S9:E31

    The nine remaining finalists find out who is safe and which two will be sent home live.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. American Idol Season 9 Episode 10 - Hollywood Round 2
    5.2/10(37 votes)

    S9:E10

    The pressure mounts as the Hollywood Round contestants must perform once again for Simon, Ellen, Kara and Randy in hopes of securing a spot in the Top 24. See who makes it through to another day when round 2 continues.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. American Idol Season 9 Episode 1 - Boston Auditions
    5.1/10(39 votes)

    S9:E1

    The audition process begins in Boston, as hopefuls line up for the chance to perform for the judges. Victoria Beckham is this weeks guest judge.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. American Idol Season 9 Episode 4 - Orlando Auditions
    5.1/10(34 votes)

    S9:E4

    The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the Sunshine State. Don't miss the auditions everyone will be talking about the next day.

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  10. American Idol Season 9 Episode 7 - Denver Auditions
    5.1/10(33 votes)

    S9:E7

    The judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar in the "Mile High City" with returning guest judge Victoria Beckham. Don't miss the auditions that everyone will be talking about the next day.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. American Idol Season 9 Episode 8 - The Road To Hollywood
    5.1/10(34 votes)

    S9:E8

    It is the last of the Season Nine auditions. Join Simon, Kara and Randy as they continue their quest to find the next singing superstar. Don't miss the auditions everyone will be talking about the next day

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  12. American Idol Season 9 Episode 9 - Hollywood Round 1
    5.1/10(37 votes)

    S9:E9

    American Idol's newest judge, Ellen DeGeneres, joins Simon Cowell, Kara DioGuardi and Randy Jackson in Hollywood to begin winnowing down the contestants. The golden ticket contenders chosen from around the nation will endure a grueling rehearsal schedule and pressure-packed auditions as they vie for a coveted spot among the Top 24. Find out who will survive and who will go home during round 1.

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  13. American Idol Season 9 Episode 2 - Atlanta Auditions
    5.0/10(41 votes)

    S9:E2

    The auditions continue, this time the turn of Atlanta with guest judge Mary J. Blige.

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  14. American Idol Season 9 Episode 20 - Top 8 Guys Perform
    5.0/10(32 votes)

    S9:E20

    The eight male semifinalists perform live for America and the American Idol judges. After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles.

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  15. American Idol Season 9 Episode 28 - Top 9 Finalists Perform
    5.0/10(33 votes)

    S9:E28

    The nine remaining finalists take the stage to perform live for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles live. Tonight's Theme Is: Lennon/McCartney Songbook

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  16. American Idol Season 9 Episode 19 - Top 8 Girls Perform
    4.9/10(33 votes)

    S9:E19

    The eight female semifinalists perform live for America and the American Idol judges. After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles.

    Director:Unknown
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  17. American Idol Season 9 Episode 23 - 1 of 12 Voted Off
    4.9/10(32 votes)

    S9:E23

    The Top 12 finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home during the results show live. Tune in to see if your favorites make it.

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  18. American Idol Season 9 Episode 12 - Hollywood Round 4 - Top 24 Semifinalists Announced
    4.8/10(29 votes)

    S9:E12

    The judges make their final cuts tonight, and this season's semifinalists - 12 boys and 12 girls - are revealed tonight.

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  19. American Idol Season 9 Episode 17 - Top 10 Girls Perform
    4.8/10(30 votes)

    S9:E17

    The Top 10 female semifinalists perform live for America's vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles.

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  20. American Idol Season 9 Episode 18 - Top 20 Results
    4.8/10(28 votes)

    S9:E18

    Four more semifinalists - two girls and two boys - will be eliminated from the competition and sent home tonight after America's vote is revealed. Tune in to see if your favorites make the cut.

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  21. American Idol Season 9 Episode 22 - Top 12 Finalists Perform
    4.8/10(32 votes)

    S9:E22

    The Top 12 finalists take the stage to perform live for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles. This Week's Theme Is: Rolling Stones

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  22. American Idol Season 9 Episode 40 - Top 3 Finalists Perform
    4.8/10(32 votes)

    S9:E40

    The three remaining finalists take the stage to perform LIVE for the nation! After the performances, it is once again up to America to vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles. This Week's Theme Is: Contestant's Choice, & Judge's Choice Performing Tonight Are: Casey James Crystal Bowersox Lee Dewyze

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  23. American Idol Season 9 Episode 15 - Top 24 Results
    4.7/10(29 votes)

    S9:E15

    During the first live results show of the season, four semifinalists - two girls and two boys - will be eliminated from the competition and sent home. Tune in to see if your favorites made the cut when the first four contestants are sent home after America's vote is revealed.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. American Idol Season 9 Episode 16 - Top 10 Guys Perform
    4.7/10(31 votes)

    S9:E16

    The Top 10 male semifinalists perform live for America's vote. Tune in to see who sizzles and who fizzles.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. American Idol Season 9 Episode 25 - 1 of 11 Voted Off
    4.7/10(30 votes)

    S9:E25

    The Top 11 finalists find out who is safe and who will be sent home during the results show live tonight.

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Season 9 Ratings Summary

"Winner Announced" is the best rated episode of "American Idol" season 9. It scored 6.6/10 based on 38 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/26/2010. This episode is rated 0.8 points higher than the second-best, "Top 9 Finalists Perform Again".