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The Best Episodes of America's Got Talent Season 1

Every episode of America's Got Talent Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of America's Got Talent Season 1!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    America's Got Talent Season 1 Episode 11 - Semi-Final 4
    5.8/10(11 votes)

    S1:E11

    The fourth and final semifinal round. David Hasselhoff, Brandy and Piers Morgan serve as judges. Regis Philbin hosts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. America's Got Talent Season 1 Episode 1 - Auditions 1
    5.3/10(65 votes)

    S1:E1

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. America's Got Talent Season 1 Episode 15 - The Final
    5.3/10(41 votes)

    S1:E15

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. America's Got Talent Season 1 Episode 14 - Wildcard Show - Results
    5.2/10(44 votes)

    S1:E14

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. America's Got Talent Season 1 Episode 5 - Semi-Final 1
    5.1/10(12 votes)

    S1:E5

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. America's Got Talent Season 1 Episode 9 - Semi-Final 3
    5.1/10(10 votes)

    S1:E9

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. America's Got Talent Season 1 Episode 10 - Semi-Final 3 - Results
    5.1/10(42 votes)

    S1:E10

    Third-round voting results are revealed.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. America's Got Talent Season 1 Episode 13 - Wildcard Show
    5.0/10(10 votes)

    S1:E13

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. America's Got Talent Season 1 Episode 8 - Semi-Final 2 - Results
    4.9/10(47 votes)

    S1:E8

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. America's Got Talent Season 1 Episode 12 - Semi-Final 4 - Results
    4.9/10(46 votes)

    S1:E12

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. America's Got Talent Season 1 Episode 6 - Semi-Final 1 - Results
    4.8/10(44 votes)

    S1:E6

    Voting results are revealed.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. America's Got Talent Season 1 Episode 3 - Auditions 3
    4.7/10(47 votes)

    S1:E3

    The audition process continues, with David Hasselhoff, Brandy and Piers Morgan judging. Regis Philbin hosts.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. America's Got Talent Season 1 Episode 7 - Semi-Final 2
    4.5/10(12 votes)

    S1:E7

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. America's Got Talent Season 1 Episode 4 - Auditions 4
    4.3/10(47 votes)

    S1:E4

    The last round of tryouts. David Hasselhoff, Brandy and Piers Morgan serve as judges. Regis Philbin hosts.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. America's Got Talent Season 1 Episode 2 - Auditions 2
    4.2/10(48 votes)

    S1:E2

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    Director:Unknown
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  16. America's Got Talent Season 1 Episode 16 - Winner Announced
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    S1:E16

    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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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Semi-Final 4" is the best rated episode of America's Got Talent season 1. It scored 5.8/10 from 11 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on August 2, 2006. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Auditions 1".