"Past Life," Fox’s new sci-fi series about reincarnation, has been given a post-"American Idol" time slot for its premiere, reports The Futon Critic.

"Past Life" will debut Feb. 9 at 9 p.m. after "American Idol." "Idol" will also provide a lead-in to the new series on Feb. 25, March 4 and March 11.

— Allison J. Waldman