Samsung TV Plus to Air American Idol in the U.K.

Fremantle is partnering with Samsung to bring American Idol to audiences in the U.K.

Starting next month, U.K. viewers will be able to watch the new season of American Idol exclusively on-demand on the free-to-watch Samsung TV Plus platform.

American Idol’s fifth season on ABC and 20th season overall will be available on Samsung TVs, mobile phones and tablets through Samsung TV Plus for free. American Idol will be available to watch on March 2 on-demand on Samsung TV Plus. Later, the show will be incorporated into Samsung’s Entertainment Channel, which will be dedicated to family entertainment. New episodes will arrive every week from March 10 through to the final on May 22.

Richard Jakeman, European head of business development for Samsung TV Plus, said: “American Idol has been a talent show sensation since 2002 with a dedicated global fan base who become invested in the musical journeys of the contestants. We’re delighted to offer our U.K. audiences exclusive access to this milestone season of American Idol through our service. Samsung TV Plus brings audiences the best entertainment and delivers it on their terms. American Idol 2022 will be available on-demand on Samsung TV Plus from March 2 and also on Samsung’s new Entertainment hub channel, launching March 10.”

Jamie Lynn, executive VP of co-production and distribution for EMEA at Fremantle, commented: “It’s great that we are able to work with Samsung TV Plus to celebrate the 20th season of American Idol with a U.K. audience. This is a show that changed the face of television in so many ways, and the innovative way Samsung is reaching new audiences and bringing content to its platforms makes this partnership extra exciting.”