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21 seasons · 515 episodes
Episode 01
Auditions 1
A talent search from the producers of “American Idol” gets under way. Regis Philbin hosts as a variety of acts of all ages, including singers, dancers, comedians, acrobats, jugglers and more, compete for fame and a million-dollar grand prize. David Hasselhoff, Brandy and Piers Morgan make up the panel of judges.
Episode 02
Auditions 2
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Episode 03
Auditions 3
The audition process continues, with David Hasselhoff, Brandy and Piers Morgan judging. Regis Philbin hosts.
Episode 04
Auditions 4
The last round of tryouts. David Hasselhoff, Brandy and Piers Morgan serve as judges. Regis Philbin hosts.
Episode 05
Semi-Final 1
The first of four semifinal rounds is featured. Two acts will move on to the finals---one chosen by celebrity judges David Hasselhoff, Brandy and Piers Morgan; the other by viewers. Regis Philbin hosts.
Episode 06
Semi-Final 1 - Results
Voting results are revealed.
Episode 07
Semi-Final 2
The second of four semifinal rounds finds acts vying for two more finalist spots to be determined by viewers and judges Brandy, David Hasselhoff and Piers Morgan. Regis Philbin is the host.
Episode 08
Semi-Final 2 - Results
Voting results are revealed. Judges Brandy, David Hasselhoff and Piers Morgan offer their opinions on the act chosen by viewers to go to the finals.
Episode 09
Semi-Final 3
Two more finalist spots are up for grabs as performers compete in the third of four semifinal rounds. Brandy, David Hasselhoff and Piers Morgan are the judges. Regis Philbin hosts.
Episode 10
Semi-Final 3 - Results
Third-round voting results are revealed.
Episode 11
Semi-Final 4
The fourth and final semifinal round. David Hasselhoff, Brandy and Piers Morgan serve as judges. Regis Philbin hosts.
Episode 12
Semi-Final 4 - Results
Fourth-round voting results are revealed. Judges Brandy, David Hasselhoff and Piers Morgan offer their opinions on the act chosen by viewers to go to the finals. Also: the Hoff sings his new single, “Jump in My Car”; a performance from Cirque Du Soleil's “Zumanity”; and comedian Tom Green attempts to ride a skateboard through a ring of fire.
Episode 13
Wildcard Show
A wild-card competition features 10 deserving but overlooked acts from the semifinals competing for two additional spots in next week's $1 million finale. Among the performers getting a second chance are: Nathan Burton; Leonid the Magnificent; All That; Natasha Le; Corina Brouder; Jessica Sanchez; Bobby Badfingers; N'Versity; Quick Change; and Alexis Jordan. Regis Philbin hosts.
Episode 14
Wildcard Show - Results
Host Regis Philbin announces the viewer-selected winner of the wild-card round. Celebrity judges David Hasselhoff, Brandy and Piers Morgan offer their opinions. Also: Penn and Teller perform their magic act.
Episode 15
The Final
The 10 remaining acts take the stage for their last performances before tomorrow night's finale, when the $1 million winner will be revealed. Celebrity guests on hand to offer the finalists pointers include Master P, Yolanda Adams, Chaka Khan, John Popper, and Penn and Teller. Regis Philbin hosts.
Episode 16
Winner Announced
Season 1 of the talent show concludes with host Regis Philbin announcing which one of the 10 finalists viewers chose to win the $1 million prize. Judges Piers Morgan, Brandy and David Hasselhoff offer their opinions on the top act. Blue Man Group and singing duo Aly and AJ perform.
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