"American Idol" Poised to Return to Film at Disney’s Aulani Resort in January

Filming is set to take place at Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa, in January 2027, which likely will be for the yearly return of American Idol to the Hawaiian paradise.

What's Happening:

• Disney’s Aulani Resort will welcome “a national television production" from January 23–28, 2027.
• During this period, the television production will utilize a portion of Ko Olina beach at Aulani Resort.
• Activities and amenities will continue to be available for guests along the rest of the beach.
• During the dates listed above, it is possible that guests may see or hear production taking place, although noise should not be heard between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m.
• While it’s not confirmed which national television production will be setting up shop at Aulani, it’s quite likely that it will be American Idol, which has a tradition of visiting the resort every year.
• Last season saw the introduction of the Ohana Round at Aulani – designed as the ultimate focus group – blending peer respect, emotional support and professional insight before the competition moves on to America’s Vote.
• Ryan Seacrest is back as host with judges Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie returning – marking the third season of this judge trio.
• This will be the tenth season of American Idol on ABC and its 25th overall – with production moving to Georgia for the first time.

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• The witches of Crescent Veil are officially coming back for more, as Coven Academy has been renewed for a second season.
• Hulu has set five young leads for their Washington D.C.-set drama pilot, Young Americans.
• Hulu's latest true-crime docuseries Get Huge: Looksmaxxing to Death will explore extreme biohacking, influencer culture, and mysterious deaths.
• Hulu is developing a new family drama based on Sarah MacLean’s novel These Summer Storms, with Erin Foster and Sara Foster attached to produce.