‘American Idol’ Live Stream: How To Watch The Season Premiere Online

One of the most popular reality shows of all time is back: Fear Factor! But also American Idol, which returns tonight.

With all due respect to Fear Factor, there are few shows that engendered as much passion as American Idol. From Kelly Clarkson to Jennifer Hudson, the reality juggernaut was a TV staple for fourteen years before hitting that final high note in 2016. Now, after a brief two-year retirement, American Idol returns with a new judges, a new network, and a slew of talented (and not so talented) vocalists.

Who’s ready for American Idol 2018? Here’s where you can stream the new season!

WHAT TIME DOES AMERICAN IDOL BEGIN?

American Idol officially returns tonight at 8:00 p.m. ET on ABC.

WHO ARE THE NEW AMERICAN IDOL JUDGES FOR 2018?

Thousands of musicians will have to impress Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie if they hope to become the new American Idol.

HOW TO LIVE STREAM AMERICAN IDOL

Tonight’s season premiere of American Idol will air on ABC, so if you’re looking for an ABC live stream, you may be able to watch the live broadcast of the show (depending on your market*) at ABC.com or with the ABC app by signing in with a participating TV provider. Once you sign in, you can watch at abc.com/watch-live or you can select ‘live TV’ in the ABC app.

You can also find an American Idol live stream if you’re a DIRECTV NOW, YouTube TV, Hulu Live TV, Playstation Vue, or Sling TV subscriber. More about these services below.

*Those markets include: Chicago, Fresno, Houston, Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia, Raleigh-Durham, and San Francisco.

HOW CAN I SIGN UP FOR PLAYSTATION VUE?

Over 100 of your favorite channels — including ESPN, FOX, TNT, Comedy Central, and FX — are available with Playstation Vue. The service also allows you to stream a multitude of TV stations on your favorite device without a cable or satellite subscription. From their “Access” package that includes 45+ channels for $39.99 a month to their “Ultra” package that includes 90 channels plus HBO and Showtime for $74.99 a month, the service offers a variety of exciting opportunities for cord-cutters.

Looking for another way to live stream American Idol? New subscribers can take advantage of a a 5-day free trial of Playstation Vue.

HOW CAN I FIND AN AMERICAN IDOL LIVE STREAM VIA HULU WITH LIVE TV?

With Hulu with Live TV you have the ability to watch live and on demand TV from 50+ top channels including sports, news, entertainment, and more. Plus, you also receive unlimited access to the Hulu Limited Commercials plan! Win/win. The service is available for Apple devices, Google Chromecast, Xbox One, Android, and other devices.

New subscribers can take advantage of a 7-day free trial!

SLING TV IS ANOTHER POTENTIAL AMERICAN IDOL LIVE STREAM OPTION, RIGHT?

Depending on your market, you can stream American Idol by subscribing to Sling Orange and then adding ABC via the Broadcast Extra package.

HOW CAN I FIND AN ABC LIVE STREAM VIA YOUTUBE TV?

YouTube TV allows you to live stream ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, and more. The service also features unlimited DVR storage space, and your subscription includes six accounts for $35 per month, with each profile getting its own recommendations and other personalized settings. Plus, you can cancel anytime. YouTube TV is available for Google Chromecast, iPhone, iPad, and Android in select markets — including Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia, and San Francisco — and is a service that’s offered to half of all U.S. households.

New subscribers can sample the service with a free trial!

WHERE CAN I DOWNLOAD THE ABC APP?

You can download the ABC app on Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Roku, XBOX 360, on supported Android devices from the Google Play store, on supported Kindle Fire tablets from the Amazon Appstore, and on supported Apple devices at the App Store. The ABC app accepts a wide variety of cable providers like DIRECTV, Optimum, Verizon, DISH, and Xfinity.

Where to stream American Idol