how long is idol tonight

The "American Idol" Season 23 finale airing tonight will last three hours. It starts at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT and runs until 11:00 p.m. ET/PT on ABC. The winner announcement is expected around the end of the show, close to 11:00 p.m. ET. The finale features performances by the Top 3 finalists-John Foster, Breanna Nix, and Jamal Roberts-along with special guest artists and the judges' performances