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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.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    America's Got Talent Season 19 Episode 21 - Finale Results
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Finale Results

    S19:E21

    Host Terry Crews reveals who America has chosen as the Season 19 winner in the two-hour finale featuring special guest performers.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. America's Got Talent Season 9 Episode 3 - Auditions Week 3
    8.1/10(61 votes)

    #2 - Auditions Week 3

    S9:E3

    Hopefuls perform for the judges.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. America's Got Talent Season 9 Episode 5 - Auditions Week 5
    8.1/10(56 votes)

    #3 - Auditions Week 5

    S9:E5

    The 5th group of potential contestants performs for the judges tonight hoping to be selected to move on in the competition. This very Special Sunday edition of AGT we will see attempts to break 2 Death-defying Guinness World Records!

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  4. America's Got Talent Season 8 Episode 3 - Week 3: Chicago
    8.0/10(81 votes)

    #4 - Week 3: Chicago

    S8:E3

    Hopefuls perform for the judges.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. America's Got Talent Season 9 Episode 2 - Auditions Week 2
    8.0/10(60 votes)

    #5 - Auditions Week 2

    S9:E2

    Nick, Howie, Heidi, Mel B and Howard continue their quest for America's most talented performers.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. America's Got Talent Season 9 Episode 14 - Quarterfinals: Week 3 Performances
    8.0/10(52 votes)

    #6 - Quarterfinals: Week 3 Performances

    S9:E14

    The third group of twelve acts perform live.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. America's Got Talent Season 9 Episode 4 - Auditions Week 4
    7.9/10(59 votes)

    #7 - Auditions Week 4

    S9:E4

    Hopefuls perform for the judges.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. America's Got Talent Season 9 Episode 8 - Judgment Week: Night 1
    7.9/10(52 votes)

    #8 - Judgment Week: Night 1

    S9:E8

    Acts compete at Judgment Week in New York City for a spot in the live shows.

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  9. America's Got Talent Season 9 Episode 9 - Judgment Week: Night 2
    7.9/10(49 votes)

    #9 - Judgment Week: Night 2

    S9:E9

    Judgment Week continues; the Top 48 acts are revealed.

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  10. America's Got Talent Season 9 Episode 10 - Quarterfinals: Week 1 Performances
    7.9/10(49 votes)

    #10 - Quarterfinals: Week 1 Performances

    S9:E10

    Twelve of the top 48 acts perform in hope of earning America's vote.

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  11. America's Got Talent Season 9 Episode 12 - Quarterfinals: Week 2 Performances
    7.9/10(50 votes)

    #11 - Quarterfinals: Week 2 Performances

    S9:E12

    Twelve hungry acts take the Radio City stage to compete for America's vote during Week 2 of the America's Got Talent quarterfinals.

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  12. America's Got Talent Season 9 Episode 17 - Semifinals: Week 1 Performances
    7.9/10(48 votes)

    #12 - Semifinals: Week 1 Performances

    S9:E17

    Twelve acts perform for the judges in hope of advancing to the next round and getting one step closer to the $1 million prize.

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  13. America's Got Talent Season 8 Episode 5 - Week 5: Chicago and San Antonio
    7.8/10(67 votes)

    #13 - Week 5: Chicago and San Antonio

    S8:E5

    Auditions continue in San Antonio and Chicago.

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  14. America's Got Talent Season 8 Episode 26 - Finals, Week 2
    7.8/10(44 votes)

    #14 - Finals, Week 2

    S8:E26

    Welcome to the final night of performances from Radio City! The six talented finalists are ready to give it their all for one last shot at AGT's million-dollar prize. Featuring special performances from Josh Groban, Luke Bryan, Icona Pop, and Il Divo with Heather Headley.

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  15. America's Got Talent Season 9 Episode 1 - Season 9 Premiere
    7.8/10(73 votes)

    #15 - Season 9 Premiere

    S9:E1

    Wannabes try out in America's entertainment capitals, New York City and Los Angeles. This season introduces the Golden Buzzer. In the surprise of the night Nick fools the judges.

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  16. America's Got Talent Season 9 Episode 6 - Auditions Week 6
    7.8/10(57 votes)

    #16 - Auditions Week 6

    S9:E6

    On the last night of auditions, Nick and the judges scour the country for the most talented performers in America.

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  17. America's Got Talent Season 9 Episode 13 - Quarterfinals: Week 2 Results
    7.8/10(50 votes)

    #17 - Quarterfinals: Week 2 Results

    S9:E13

    After a performance recap, five more acts advance to the semifinals.

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  18. America's Got Talent Season 9 Episode 16 - Quarterfinals: Week 4 Performances
    7.8/10(51 votes)

    #18 - Quarterfinals: Week 4 Performances

    S9:E16

    The forth (and final) group of twelve acts perform live.

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  19. America's Got Talent Season 9 Episode 18 - Semifinals: Week 1 Performances
    7.8/10(45 votes)

    #19 - Semifinals: Week 1 Performances

    S9:E18

    With only 24 acts left, competition for the million-dollar prize heats up.

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  20. America's Got Talent Season 11 Episode 1 - Auditions Week 1
    7.8/10(66 votes)

    #20 - Auditions Week 1

    S11:E1

    The auditions begin with creator and executive producer Simon Cowell at the judges table alongside Heidi Klum, Mel B, Howie Mandel, and host, Nick Cannon. The Golden Buzzer is back and allows four lucky acts the chance to go directly to the live performance rounds at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles to compete for America's vote.

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  21. America's Got Talent Season 8 Episode 1 - Season 8 Premiere
    7.7/10(87 votes)

    #21 - Season 8 Premiere

    S8:E1

    Hopefuls audition for the judges in New York, Los Angeles and San Antonio.

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  22. America's Got Talent Season 8 Episode 22 - Semifinals, Week Two
    7.7/10(51 votes)

    #22 - Semifinals, Week Two

    S8:E22

    It's the second week of semifinals! The final twelve semifinalists take the stage for a shot at the finals and the million-dollar prize.

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  23. America's Got Talent Season 8 Episode 27 - The Season 8 Finale
    7.7/10(51 votes)

    #23 - The Season 8 Finale

    S8:E27

    Welcome to the AGT Season 8 finale! Six talented finalists gave it their all last night, and tonight one talented performer will be crowned the million-dollar winner.

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  24. America's Got Talent Season 9 Episode 15 - Quarterfinals: Week 3 Results
    7.7/10(49 votes)

    #24 - Quarterfinals: Week 3 Results

    S9:E15

    After a performance recap, five more acts advance to the semifinals.

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  25. America's Got Talent Season 13 Episode 23 - Live Show Finals
    7.7/10(48 votes)

    #25 - Live Show Finals

    S13:E23

    The top 10 acts compete one last time for the chance to win $1 million.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Finale Results" is the best rated episode of "America's Got Talent". It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/24/2024. This episode scored 1.9 points higher than the second highest rated, "Auditions Week 3".