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The Worst Episodes of America's Got Talent

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Worst episode
S21E9 Live Acts Revealed
3.942 votes
Best episode
S9E3 Auditions Week 3
8.066 votes
Top season
Season 9
7.5avg
Binge time
28d 13h
515 episodes
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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    America's Got Talent Season 21 Episode 9 - Live Acts Revealed
    3.9/10(42 votes)

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

    S1:E2

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. 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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  4. America's Got Talent Season 2 Episode 1 - Dallas Auditions
    4.3/10(43 votes)

    S2:E1

    The Season 2 opener of the talent show, in which various entertainers compete for fame and a $1 million prize. Jerry Springer is the new host and Sharon Osbourne is a new judge, joining returning arbiters David Hasselhoff and Piers Morgan.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. America's Got Talent Season 2 Episode 7 - Top Twenty Contestants: Part 2
    4.3/10(43 votes)

    S2:E7

    The Top 20 acts square off in the first week of performance shows.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. America's Got Talent Season 2 Episode 3 - Chicago Audition
    4.3/10(41 votes)

    S2:E3

    The third round of auditions. Jerry Springer hosts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. America's Got Talent Season 3 Episode 4 - Auditions 4, Atlanta
    4.3/10(40 votes)

    S3:E4

    The auditions continue as people showcase their talents in hopes of making it to the Las Vegas callbacks and one step closer to winning the million dollar grand prize and the contract in Vegas.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. America's Got Talent Season 3 Episode 5 - Auditions 5, Atlanta
    4.3/10(39 votes)

    S3:E5

    The auditions continue as people showcase their talents in hopes of making it to the Las Vegas callbacks and one step closer to winning the million dollar grand prize and the contract in Vegas.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. America's Got Talent Season 3 Episode 7 - Auditions 7, MySpace
    4.3/10(37 votes)

    S3:E7

    The auditions continue as people who auditioned online on MySpace showcase their talents in hopes of making it to the Las Vegas callbacks and one step closer to winning the million dollar grand prize and the contract in Vegas

    Director:Unknown
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  10. America's Got Talent Season 2 Episode 2 - Los Angeles Auditions
    4.4/10(43 votes)

    S2:E2

    Talent-show hopefuls take part in the second round of auditions, judged by David Hasselhoff, Piers Morgan and Sharon Osbourne. Jerry Springer hosts.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. America's Got Talent Season 2 Episode 6 - Las Vegas Callbacks, Part 2
    4.4/10(42 votes)

    S2:E6

    Conclusion. The top acts from the four auditions return for the Las Vegas callbacks. Jerry Springer hosts.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. America's Got Talent Season 2 Episode 9 - Performance Episode #3
    4.4/10(38 votes)

    S2:E9

    The Top 10 contestants showcase their talents in the third week of performances.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. America's Got Talent Season 2 Episode 12 - Season Finale
    4.5/10(44 votes)

    S2:E12

    Conclusion. The second season ends with the announcement of the winner after the final four acts compete. Guest performers include Sean Kingston, Taylor Swift, the Muppets and UB40. In addition, arbiter David Hasselhoff is slated to perform.

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  14. America's Got Talent Season 4 Episode 3 - Audition Show #3 New York(2), Chicago(2)
    4.4/10(36 votes)

    S4:E3

    The coast-to-coast auditions continue as the judges search for the next million-dollar act.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. America's Got Talent Season 4 Episode 2 - Audition Show #2 Seattle(2), Miami
    4.5/10(40 votes)

    S4:E2

    The judges travel to Miami for the first time in AGT audition history, in hopes of finding the next million-dollar act.

    Director:Unknown
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  16. America's Got Talent Season 3 Episode 18 - Live Show 7 Results
    4.4/10(34 votes)

    S3:E18

    The 5 finalists out of the remaining Top 10 are announced and will now move on the final in the battle for the million dollar grand prize and the Vegas contract of a lifetime.

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  17. America's Got Talent Season 2 Episode 8 - Performance Episode #2
    4.5/10(39 votes)

    S2:E8

    The motley talent-show contestants showcase their skills in the second week of performances.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. America's Got Talent Season 14 Episode 6 - Best of Auditions
    4.7/10(55 votes)

    S14:E6

    Creator and Executive Producer Simon Cowell, alongside celebrity judges Gabrielle Union, Julianne Hough and Howie Mandel, revisit some of the biggest, best and most show-stopping moments from the 14th season. Hosted by Terry Crews.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. America's Got Talent Season 5 Episode 5 - Orlando Auditions Day 1
    4.5/10(37 votes)

    S5:E5

    Open auditions continue.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. America's Got Talent Season 2 Episode 11 - Final Performances
    4.6/10(42 votes)

    S2:E11

    In Part 1 of the two-part Season 2 finale, the remaining eight acts perform in a bid to win $1 million. They are then trimmed down to four.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. America's Got Talent Season 3 Episode 12 - Live Show 3, Top 40 & Live Show 2 Results
    4.5/10(35 votes)

    S3:E12

    America has voted and the five acts that are moving on to the top twenty are announced. Later, ten more acts out of the Top 40 perform for their shot to make it into the top twenty and get another step closer to winning the million dollar grand prize and the contract in Vegas. The Acts that perform are: Jonathan Burkin -- Baton Twirler Sarah Lenore -- Singer SickStep -- Martial Artists Joseph Hall -- Elvis Impersonator Matthew Piazzi -- Impersonator Texas State Strutters -- Dancers Michael Strelo-Smith -- Opera Singer Bruce Block -- Magician Shequida -- Female Impersonator and operatic singer Taubl Family -- Performers

    Director:Unknown
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  22. America's Got Talent Season 3 Episode 14 - Live Show 5, Top 20 & Live Show 4 Results
    4.5/10(35 votes)

    S3:E14

    America has voted and the last five acts that are moving on to the Top 20 are announced. Later, the first ten acts out of the Top 20 perform for their shot to make it into the top ten and get yet another step closer to winning the million dollar grand prize and the contract in Vegas.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. America's Got Talent Season 15 Episode 25 - Live Finale Results
    4.8/10(64 votes)

    S15:E25

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
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  24. 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
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. America's Got Talent Season 3 Episode 8 - Vegas Week 1
    4.6/10(38 votes)

    S3:E8

    The auditions have now ended and off to Las Vegas for the callbacks they go. The best talents are back to try and make the top 40 and one step closer to the million dollar grand prize.

    Director:Unknown
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Worst Episodes Summary

"Live Acts Revealed" is the worst rated episode of America's Got Talent. It scored 3.9/10 from 42 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on July 28, 2026. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Auditions 2".

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