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In an unsurpising bit of news, ABC has ordered additional seasons of five of its top reality shows.

ABC Renews American Idol

ABC has ordered a fourth season of their revival of reality singing competition American Idol. The series has been a strong and reliable ratings performer for ABC since reviving it, giving ABC easy wins on Sunday nights making the night one of the network's highest-rated of the week. It has not yet been revealed which, if any, of the show's judges would return, or if host Ryan Seacrest would, either. The current judging panel consists of Lionel Richie, Katy Perry and Luke Bryan, who have sat at the panel since ABC brought the show back. In its current, third season, the show's Sunday airings averages1.24, a small 5% decline year-to-year. Its Monday broadcasts, which were fewer in number this year average 1.28, a 9% rise. This is a correct prediction for The TV Ratings Guide.

American Idol Revival Renewed by ABC

One year after its surprising revival, American Idol is getting some more news. And this news is significantly less surprising. The reality singing competition has been renewed today for its second season on ABC, and its 17th overall. All three judges are set to return, as is longtime host Ryan Seacrest. The series has performed well for the network, posting year-to-year gains for the network on Sunday while holding its own against the Voice on Monday. This was a correct prediction for The TV Ratings Guide.

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