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The Best Episodes of America's Got Talent Season 21

Every episode of America's Got Talent Season 21 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of America's Got Talent Season 21!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 1 - Auditions 1
    5.0/10(2 votes)

    #1 - Auditions 1

    S21:E1

    Season 21 lives up to its lucky number with more Golden Buzzers in one night than ever before; it's an evening full of surprises, with a lineup ranging from not one but two dance crews that are not human, to a crossbow stunt duo taking the stage.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 2 - Auditions 2
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - Auditions 2

    S21:E2

    It's a magical night as auditions continue with a magician who returns for redemption in hopes of winning over the judges, social media stars bring their talents to the big stage and an opera singer duets with her dog.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 3 - Auditions 3
    5.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - Auditions 3

    S21:E3

    Auditions heat up with a fire-shooting all-female quartet and a pair of comedic illusionists.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 4 - Auditions 4
    9.5/10(1 votes)

    #4 - Auditions 4

    S21:E4

    Auditions ramp up as a married mentalist duo captivates the crowd, returning contestants chase redemption and a world record and a parkour prodigy pushes boundaries like never before.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 5 - AGT: July 4th Party in the USA
    6.0/10(2 votes)

    #5 - AGT: July 4th Party in the USA

    S21:E5

    It's a quarter-millennium celebration as the judges and Terry look back at their favorite acts from America's biggest talent show, complete with a festive Fourth of July theme fit for the USA's 250th anniversary.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 6 - Auditions 5
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #6 - Auditions 5

    S21:E6

    The judges are tougher than ever as auditions continue; dueling magicians go head-to-head, a multigenerational tumbling team flips into the spotlight and a laser-fueled dance trio ignites the stage.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 7 - Auditions 6
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #7 - Auditions 6

    S21:E7

    Auditions resume as more unforgettable oddballs and heartfelt hopefuls take the stage, from dancing dads and a death-defying aerialist to a series of original songs that divide the judges like never before.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 8 - Auditions 7
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #8 - Auditions 7

    S21:E8

    It's the final night of auditions, and the judges must determine who will be moving on; a Howie lookalike takes the stage and a fluorescent singing act wows the judges with his original song.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 9 - Live Acts Revealed
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #9 - Live Acts Revealed

    S21:E9

    The acts that are moving on to the live shows, along with those that were selected to appear in the brand-new Judges' Callback rounds, are revealed.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 10 - Judges' Callbacks 1
    9.3/10(3 votes)

    #10 - Judges' Callbacks 1

    S21:E10

    Simon Cowell and Mel B bring back their chosen acts to perform one final time as the first ever Judges' Callbacks decide who advances to the Live Shows; Simon welcomes Normani and Poo Bear, while Mel reunites with bandmate Emma Bunton.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 11 - Judges' Callbacks 2
    9.5/10(1 votes)

    #11 - Judges' Callbacks 2

    S21:E11

    Howie Mandel and Sofía Vergara pick their final acts to go to the live shows; Howie is joined by comedian Nikki Glaser at the iconic Laugh Factory in Hollywood, while Sofía welcomes Lele Pons and singer Sebastián Yatra.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 12 - Quarterfinals 1
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #12 - Quarterfinals 1

    S21:E12

    It's time for the live shows as eleven acts take the stage with the Live Show Golden Buzzer sending one act directly to the finals; America can vote for their three favorite acts to advance.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 13 - Quarterfinals 1 Results
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #13 - Quarterfinals 1 Results

    S21:E13

    One act advances straight to the finals with last night's Golden Buzzer; America's votes reveal which three acts from the previous night's show will move on and compete in the semi-finals.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 14 - Quarterfinals 2
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #14 - Quarterfinals 2

    S21:E14

    Eleven acts take the stage in the second week of live quarterfinals; the Live Show Golden Buzzer sends one act directly to the finals and America begins the vote for their three favorite acts to advance.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 15 - Quarterfinals 2 Results
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #15 - Quarterfinals 2 Results

    S21:E15

    One act advances straight to the finals with last night's Golden Buzzer; America's votes reveal which three acts from the second night of quarterfinals will move on and compete in the semi-finals.

    Director:Unknown
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Season 21 Ratings Summary

"Auditions 1" is the best rated episode of "America's Got Talent" season 21. It scored 5/10 based on 2 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/2/2026. This episode is rated 4.0 points higher than the second-best, "Auditions 2".