Episode
American Idol: 718 (Grand Finale)
Overview
The top three finalists give their all for the last chance to earn America's vote; Jon Bon Jovi serves as guest mentor and performer, plus special performances from other music legends and today’s top stars.
Details
- Series
- American Idol
- Season
- Season 7
- Episode
- Episode 18
- Air date
- 2024-05-19
- Runtime
- 128 min
Episode context
718 (Grand Finale) is Episode 18 in Season 7 of American Idol. It aired on 2024-05-19. The runtime is 128 min.
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