“American Idol” is back for 2025 with Season 23.

There is a bit of a switch up this year as former judge Katy Perry will not be returning after seven seasons on the show.

Replacing her will be singer and songwriter Carrie Underwood, who won Season 4 of the show herself. This will be the first time in history that a winner of the series will serve as a judge.

Abi Carter, a 21-year-old musician from Indio, California, won Season 22 of the show. This year, there are four Arizonans competing for the title.

Here’s when “American Idol” 2025 starts, who the judges are this season and where to watch the premiere.

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‘American Idol’ 2025 judges

The judges for Season 23 of “American Idol” are: Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan and Carrie Underwood.

‘American Idol’ 2025 start date

Season 23 of “American Idol” premieres Sunday, March 9.

When does ‘American Idol’ come on?

“American Idol” Season 23 airs on Sunday, March 9, at 8 p.m. ET/PT and 7 p.m. MT.

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How to watch ‘American Idol’?

You can watch “American Idol” live on ABC15 in Arizona or on your local ABC network.

Where to watch ‘American Idol’?

If you’re not able to watch live, “American Idol” Season 23 will be available to stream the next day on Hulu.

A subscription to Hulu costs $9.99 a month (or $99.99/year) for the ad-supported plan. Students can get Hulu with ads for $1.99 a month, and Hulu with no ads costs $18.99 a month.

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