Reality TV
FOX outlines plans for 'American Idol' spinoff
Published Thursday, Dec 1 2005, 16:40 GMT | By Neil Wilkes
The FOX Reality Channel has confirmed plans to launch a companion show alongside the upcoming fifth season of American Idol.
The format is likely to be similar to that of the well-established spinoff shows from the UK, combining behind-the-scenes footage with interviews and other original content.
In addition, the channel will replay season four in its entirety in the run-up to the premiere of season five on the broadcast network next month.
The spinoff show is likely to air in a Thursday slot from March following the conclusion of the auditions phase of the competition.
The format is likely to be similar to that of the well-established spinoff shows from the UK, combining behind-the-scenes footage with interviews and other original content.
In addition, the channel will replay season four in its entirety in the run-up to the premiere of season five on the broadcast network next month.
The spinoff show is likely to air in a Thursday slot from March following the conclusion of the auditions phase of the competition.
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