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The Best Episodes of America's Got Talent

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

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  1. Background image for Auditions Week 3
    8.3/10(57 votes)

    #1 - Auditions Week 3

    S9:E3

    Hopefuls perform for the judges.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for Auditions Week 5
    8.2/10(54 votes)

    #2 - 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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  3. Background image for Week 3: Chicago
    8.1/10(80 votes)

    #3 - Week 3: Chicago

    S8:E3

    Hopefuls perform for the judges.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  4. Background image for Auditions Week 2
    8.1/10(57 votes)

    #4 - Auditions Week 2

    S9:E2

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

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  5. Background image for Quarterfinals: Week 3 Performances
    8.1/10(51 votes)

    #5 - Quarterfinals: Week 3 Performances

    S9:E14

    The third group of twelve acts perform live.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  6. Background image for Season 9 Premiere
    8.0/10(70 votes)

    #6 - 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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  7. Background image for Auditions Week 4
    8.0/10(56 votes)

    #7 - Auditions Week 4

    S9:E4

    Hopefuls perform for the judges.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  8. Background image for Judgment Week: Night 1
    8.0/10(51 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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  9. Background image for Judgment Week: Night 2
    8.0/10(48 votes)

    #9 - Judgment Week: Night 2

    S9:E9

    Judgment Week continues; the Top 48 acts are revealed.

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    Director:Unknown
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  10. Background image for Quarterfinals: Week 1 Performances
    8.0/10(48 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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    Director:Unknown
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  11. Background image for Quarterfinals: Week 2 Performances
    8.0/10(49 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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    Director:Unknown
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  12. Background image for Semifinals: Week 1 Performances
    8.0/10(47 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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  13. Background image for The Champions One
    8.0/10(8 votes)

    #13 - The Champions One

    S13:E25

    Comedians, singers, mentalists, a sword swallower, a contortionist and more champions from around the world compete. Ten acts perform and two go through to the finals. Plus, there are new judges: superfans from all 50 states!

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  14. Background image for Week 5: Chicago and San Antonio
    7.9/10(66 votes)

    #14 - Week 5: Chicago and San Antonio

    S8:E5

    Auditions continue in San Antonio and Chicago.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  15. Background image for Semifinals, Week Two
    7.9/10(50 votes)

    #15 - 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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    Director:Unknown
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  16. Background image for Finals, Week 2
    7.9/10(43 votes)

    #16 - 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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    Director:Unknown
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  17. Background image for The Season 8 Finale
    7.9/10(50 votes)

    #17 - 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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  18. Background image for Auditions Week 6
    7.9/10(55 votes)

    #18 - 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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    Director:Unknown
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  19. Background image for Quarterfinals: Week 2 Results
    7.9/10(49 votes)

    #19 - Quarterfinals: Week 2 Results

    S9:E13

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

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    Director:Unknown
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  20. Background image for Quarterfinals: Week 4 Performances
    7.9/10(50 votes)

    #20 - Quarterfinals: Week 4 Performances

    S9:E16

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

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    Director:Unknown
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  21. Background image for Semifinals: Week 1 Performances
    7.9/10(44 votes)

    #21 - Semifinals: Week 1 Performances

    S9:E18

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

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  22. Background image for Season 8 Premiere
    7.8/10(87 votes)

    #22 - Season 8 Premiere

    S8:E1

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

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  23. Background image for Week 6: Los Angeles, New Orleans and New York City
    7.8/10(60 votes)

    #23 - Week 6: Los Angeles, New Orleans and New York City

    S8:E6

    The judges cover three cities in their epic quest to discover America's next great talent.

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    Director:Unknown
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  24. Background image for Vegas Week, Night 1
    7.8/10(59 votes)

    #24 - Vegas Week, Night 1

    S8:E8

    Hopefuls audition for the judges in Las Vegas.

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    Director:Unknown
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  25. Background image for Semifinals, Week 1 Performances
    7.8/10(47 votes)

    #25 - Semifinals, Week 1 Performances

    S8:E20

    Welcome to the first week of semifinals! Twelve semifinalists battle it out for a spot in the finals.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

Best Episodes Summary

"Auditions Week 3" is the best rated episode of "America's Got Talent". It scored 8.3/10 based on 57 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/10/2014. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Auditions Week 5".