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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!

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

Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Auditions 1" is the best rated episode of "America's Got Talent" season 1. It scored 5.9/10 based on 59 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 6/21/2006. This episode is rated 1.1 points higher than the second-best, "Auditions 2".

  • Auditions 1
    5.9/1059 votes

    #1 - Auditions 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/21/2006

    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.

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  • Auditions 2
    4.8/1044 votes

    #2 - Auditions 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 6/21/2006

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  • Auditions 3
    5.2/1043 votes

    #3 - Auditions 3

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 6/28/2006

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

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  • Auditions 4
    4.6/1043 votes

    #4 - Auditions 4

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 7/5/2006

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

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  • Semi-Final 1
    NaN/100 votes

    #5 - Semi-Final 1

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 7/12/2006

    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.

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  • Semi-Final 1 - Results
    4.9/1039 votes

    #6 - Semi-Final 1 - Results

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 7/13/2006

    Voting results are revealed.

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  • Semi-Final 2
    3.0/101 votes

    #7 - Semi-Final 2

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 7/19/2006

    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.

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  • Semi-Final 2 - Results
    5.5/1042 votes

    #8 - Semi-Final 2 - Results

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 7/20/2006

    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.

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  • Semi-Final 3
    NaN/100 votes

    #9 - Semi-Final 3

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 7/26/2006

    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.

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  • Semi-Final 3 - Results
    5.7/1038 votes

    #10 - Semi-Final 3 - Results

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 7/27/2006

    Third-round voting results are revealed.

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  • Semi-Final 4
    NaN/100 votes

    #11 - Semi-Final 4

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 8/2/2006

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

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  • Semi-Final 4 - Results
    5.1/1042 votes

    #12 - Semi-Final 4 - Results

    Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 8/3/2006

    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.

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  • Wildcard Show
    NaN/100 votes

    #13 - Wildcard Show

    Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 8/9/2006

    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.

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  • Wildcard Show - Results
    5.6/1040 votes

    #14 - Wildcard Show - Results

    Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 8/10/2006

    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.

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  • The Final
    6.1/1034 votes

    #15 - The Final

    Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 8/16/2006

    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.

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  • Winner Announced
    NaN/100 votes

    #16 - Winner Announced

    Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 8/17/2006

    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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