Ryan Seacrest is used to being the host of the show, but on Sunday night’s episode of American Idol, he became the punchline. In a behind-the-scenes moment, the longtime Idol host was caught off guard when a contestant’s mother made a lighthearted remark about him.

"American Idol" returns to television with a new season on Sunday, March 9. Here's what to know about the two-hour premiere and how to watch it.

Four Arizonans will compete on "American Idol" Season 23. It premieres on March 9 with Ryan Seacrest, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie.

"American Idol" is airing the premiere of its 23rd season, which will be the first with Carrie Underwood, on Sunday, March 9 at 8 p.m.

An all-new season of “American Idol” premieres Sunday, March 9 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. Stream the first episode for free with a Fubo free trial.

Season 8 of America Idol premiered on ABC Sunday, March 9. The show airs Sundays at 8 p.m. ET. American Idol airs live on ABC and will stream the following day on Hulu.

ABC's American Idol' stars Ryan Seacrest, Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. Gizelle Hernandez/Disney "American Idol" host Ryan Seacrest also joined the show to wish Underwood well as ...

The country star is experiencing a full-circle moment, joining Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie on the judging panel for the 23rd season of the show.

As previously announced, Emmy® Award-winning television host, writer, producer and comedian Conan O'Brien will host "The Oscars," which will air live coast to coast SUNDAY, MARCH 2 (7:00-10:30 p.m. EST/4:00-7:30 p.m. PST), on ABC. The telecast will also be rebroadcast in the Pacific Time zone in primetime after the live presentation.

Two decades after she won the title, Carrie Underwood returns "home" to "American Idol"- this time as a judge alongside Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan and longtime host Ryan Seacrest.

This week, the beloved reality singing competition "American Idol" will return to screens around the world. Here's what to know about Season 23's premiere.

The "America Idol" judges are gearing up for season 23. Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie joined "Good Morning America" on Wednesday to gear up for the new season of the show premiering March 9.