The following is an episoe list for the medical drama House. The television series debuted on FOX on November 16, 2004 in the United States and was quickly picked up for a full season of 22 episodes. House gained high ratings and critical praise there, when it was placed in the time slot following American Idol during the spring of its first season. It now airs in 28 countries. The first, second, and third seasons are available on DVD. The fourth season DVD will be released on August 19, 2008.