Either network’s American Idol reboot was eyed for summer 2018, but stay tuned to see if the standoff lasts.
Reports indicate that neither NBC nor FOX were able to negotiate a deal with the studios behind Idol, likely shelving any revival for the foreseeable future.
Whether or not American Idol jumped the gun to plot a reboot so soon after its “Farewell Season,” the point may be moot.
NBC had also hoped American Idol would solve its issue of airing two Voice cycles a year, as recurring judge Adam Levine wants only to participate in one.