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The Best Episodes of America's Got Talent Season 12

Every episode of America's Got Talent Season 12 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of America's Got Talent Season 12!

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 12 Ratings Summary

"Auditions, Week 1" is the best rated episode of "America's Got Talent" season 12. It scored 7.3/10 based on 79 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 5/30/2017. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Auditions, Week 2".

  • Auditions, Week 1
    7.3/1079 votes

    #1 - Auditions, Week 1

    Season 12 Episode 1 - Aired 5/30/2017

    The summer's hottest reality competition show returns with Mel B, Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel, and new host Tyra Banks. In the season premiere, variety acts of all types and contestants of all ages audition for the chance to win the $1 million prize. The Golden Buzzer is back giving five lucky acts the chance to go directly to the live shows at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles to compete for America's vote.

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  • Auditions, Week 2
    7.2/1055 votes

    #2 - Auditions, Week 2

    Season 12 Episode 2 - Aired 6/6/2017

    The fun continues with Simon, Mel B, Heidi, Howie, and Tyra as more incredible acts compete for a spot in the next round.

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  • Auditions, Week 3
    7.1/1052 votes

    #3 - Auditions, Week 3

    Season 12 Episode 3 - Aired 6/13/2017

    Week 3 of auditions brings even more amazing and outrageous acts to the stage.

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  • Auditions, Week 4
    7.1/1053 votes

    #4 - Auditions, Week 4

    Season 12 Episode 4 - Aired 6/20/2017

    The next round of auditions is full of laughs and tears, and Tyra uses her Golden Buzzer.

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  • Auditions, Week 5
    7.8/1050 votes

    #5 - Auditions, Week 5

    Season 12 Episode 5 - Aired 6/27/2017

    The fun continues as more amazing and amazingly absurd acts try to make it to the Judge Cuts.

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  • Auditions, Week 6
    7.1/1046 votes

    #6 - Auditions, Week 6

    Season 12 Episode 6 - Aired 7/11/2017

    More acts give it their all during the last round of auditions.

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  • Best of Auditions
    5.0/1044 votes

    #7 - Best of Auditions

    Season 12 Episode 7 - Aired 7/13/2017

    Judges Simon Cowell, Mel B., Heidi Klum, and Howie Mandel reveal some of the biggest and best moments from the season so far.

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  • Judge Cuts 1
    7.5/1050 votes

    #8 - Judge Cuts 1

    Season 12 Episode 8 - Aired 7/18/2017

    Chris Hardwick joins the judges panel and takes over the Golden Buzzer as contestants have one last chance to impress the judges before the live shows. 20 acts perform, and 7 are chosen by the judges.

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  • Judge Cuts 2
    6.9/1051 votes

    #9 - Judge Cuts 2

    Season 12 Episode 9 - Aired 7/25/2017

    DJ Khaled joins the judges panel and takes over the Golden Buzzer as contestants have one last opportunity to impress the judges before the live shows. 20 acts perform, and 7 are chosen by the judges.

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  • Judge Cuts 3
    6.1/1050 votes

    #10 - Judge Cuts 3

    Season 12 Episode 10 - Aired 8/1/2017

    Laverne Cox joins the judges panel and takes over the Golden Buzzer as contestants have one last opportunity to impress the judges before the live shows. 20 acts perform, and 7 are chosen by the judges.

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  • Judge Cuts 4
    6.4/1050 votes

    #11 - Judge Cuts 4

    Season 12 Episode 11 - Aired 8/8/2017

    Seal joins the judges panel and takes over the Golden Buzzer as contestants have one last opportunity to impress the judges before the live shows. 20 acts perform, and 7 are chosen by the judges.

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  • Road to Finals
    NaN/100 votes

    #12 - Road to Finals

    Season 12 Episode 12 - Aired 8/9/2017

    Before the Live Shows begin, relive the best moments from the season so far, including the Judges Golden Buzzer saves.

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  • Live Show 1
    7.1/1045 votes

    #13 - Live Show 1

    Season 12 Episode 13 - Aired 8/15/2017

    The competition is down to just 36 acts. Twelve performers will take the stage live tonight from the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood as judging is turned over to the American viewing audience.

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  • Live Results 1
    6.1/1042 votes

    #14 - Live Results 1

    Season 12 Episode 14 - Aired 8/16/2017

    Seven of twelve acts from the previous night's show will move on to the semifinal round of competition. Also, a performance by season 11's winner, Grace VanderWaal.

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  • Live Show 2
    6.8/1043 votes

    #15 - Live Show 2

    Season 12 Episode 15 - Aired 8/22/2017

    The second group of 12 acts take the stage live in the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood to try to make it into the semifinals.

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  • Live Results 2
    6.0/1039 votes

    #16 - Live Results 2

    Season 12 Episode 16 - Aired 8/23/2017

    Seven of twelve acts from the previous night's show will move on to the semifinal round of competition. Tonight, viewers will have one last chance to send their favorite performer to the next round by participating in the Dunkin' Save. Also, a performance by Circus 1903.

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  • Live Show 3
    6.8/1038 votes

    #17 - Live Show 3

    Season 12 Episode 17 - Aired 8/29/2017

    The final group of 12 acts take the stage live in the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood to try to make it into the semifinals.

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  • Live Results 3
    6.3/1039 votes

    #18 - Live Results 3

    Season 12 Episode 18 - Aired 8/30/2017

    Seven of twelve acts from the previous night's show will move on to the semifinal round of competition. Tonight, viewers will have one last chance to send their favorite performer to the next round by participating in the Dunkin' Save. Also featuring a surprise guest performance.

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    Writer: N/A

  • Semi-Finals 1
    7.2/1041 votes

    #19 - Semi-Finals 1

    Season 12 Episode 19 - Aired 9/5/2017

    Semifinalists perform for a chance to move on to the finals.

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  • Semi-Finals Results 1
    6.4/1037 votes

    #20 - Semi-Finals Results 1

    Season 12 Episode 20 - Aired 9/6/2017

    Only 5 of the previous night's performers will move on to the Finals. Also featuring a surprise guest performance.

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  • Semi-Finals 2
    7.4/1040 votes

    #21 - Semi-Finals 2

    Season 12 Episode 21 - Aired 9/12/2017

    The contestants push themselves harder than ever before to advance to the finals.

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  • Semi-Finals Results 2
    6.5/1038 votes

    #22 - Semi-Finals Results 2

    Season 12 Episode 22 - Aired 9/13/2017

    Only 5 of the previous night's performers will move on to the Finals. Tonight, viewers will have one last chance to send their favorite performer to the next round. Also featuring a surprise guest performance by dance troupe Diavolo.

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  • The Live Performance Finals
    7.2/1043 votes

    #23 - The Live Performance Finals

    Season 12 Episode 23 - Aired 9/19/2017

    The top 10 acts compete one last time, live at The Dolby Theatre, for the chance to win one million dollars and be named the most talented act in America.

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  • Live Results Finale
    7.5/1043 votes

    #24 - Live Results Finale

    Season 12 Episode 24 - Aired 9/20/2017

    Host Tyra Banks reveals who America chose as the $1 million winner after guest performances from Kelly Clarkson, Shania Twain, Derek Hough, James Arthur, Kevin Nealon, Jeff Dunham, and Terry Fator.

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