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America's Got Talent

"Two minutes can change your life."

5.7
20 seasons
489 episodes
Returning Series
Reality

Plot Summary

A weekly talent competition where an array of performers – from singers and dancers, to comedians and novelty acts – vie for a $1 million cash prize.

First Aired:June 21, 2006
Last Aired:September 10, 2025
Episode Runtime:1h 25m
Networks:
NBC
Created By:
Ken Warwick

Cast & Characters

Where to watch free (US)

NBC
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Seasons (21)

Season 1
2.8

Season 1

16 episodes

Aired: 2006

Season 2
3.5

Season 2

12 episodes

Aired: 2007

Season 3
4.0

Season 3

20 episodes

Aired: 2008

Season 4
4.5

Season 4

26 episodes

Aired: 2009

Season 5
5.0

Season 5

32 episodes

Aired: 2010

Season 6
5.1

Season 6

32 episodes

Aired: 2011

Season 7
5.2

Season 7

32 episodes

Aired: 2012

Season 8
5.7

Season 8

27 episodes

Aired: 2013

In season 8, Sharon Osbourne leaves the show with Melanie Brown replacing her, and Heidi Klum becomes the new fourth judge.

Season 9
5.5

Season 9

25 episodes

Aired: 2014

Season 10
5.2

Season 10

26 episodes

Aired: 2015

In season 10. Howard Stern, Heidi Klum, Mel B and Howie Mandel return as judges, and Nick Cannon returns as host.

Season 11
6.7

Season 11

23 episodes

Aired: 2016

In season 11, Simon Cowell joins the judges panel alongside Heidi Klum, Mel B and Howie Mandel. Nick Cannon is back as host, and the series returns to Los Angeles this summer, with live shows broadcast from the famed Dolby Theatre.

Season 12
7.0

Season 12

24 episodes

Aired: 2017

On the heels of the most viewed season in five years, the 12th is back with creator and judge Simon Cowell, Mel B, Heidi Klum and Howie Mandel. Supermodel, entrepreneur and CEO Tyra Banks joins the team as host, and the series returns to Los Angeles with live shows from the famed Dolby Theatre.

Season 13

Season 13

31 episodes

Aired: 2018

After a record-breaking Season 12, Creator and Judge Simon Cowell returns alongside Mel B, Heidi Klum and Howie Mandel. Supermodel, entrepreneur and business CEO Tyra Banks joined the team last summer as host and melded effortlessly with the judges, bringing her unmistakable personal flair and verve to the show.

Season 14
6.6

Season 14

30 episodes

Aired: 2019

Creator and Executive Producer Simon Cowell returns to the judges' panel along with Howie Mandel. Also joining the panel this year are two fresh faces - award-winning actress, author and producer Gabrielle Union and Emmy Award-winning choreographer, actress, singer and dancer Julianne Hough. Terry Crews joins as host.

Season 15
5.9

Season 15

25 episodes

Aired: 2020

Creator and Executive Producer Simon Cowell is back at the star-studded judges' table with fan-favorite comedian Howie Mandel. Acclaimed actress and international superstar Sofia Vergara joins as a new judge this season alongside returning judge and global fashion icon Heidi Klum. The dynamic Terry Crews returns as host.

Season 16
8.1

Season 16

20 episodes

Aired: 2021

Season 17
8.5

Season 17

22 episodes

Aired: 2022

Season 18
6.5

Season 18

24 episodes

Aired: 2023

Season 19
6.7

Season 19

21 episodes

Aired: 2024

Season 20
9.2

Season 20

24 episodes

Aired: 2025

Production

Syco Television