America's Got Talent: Season 11
In season 11, Simon Cowell joins the judges panel alongside Heidi Klum, Mel B and Howie Mandel. Nick Cannon is back as host, and the series returns to Los Angeles this summer, with live shows broadcast from the famed Dolby Theatre.
Season 11 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of America's Got Talent Season 10.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Season overview
In season 11, Simon Cowell joins the judges panel alongside Heidi Klum, Mel B and Howie Mandel. Nick Cannon is back as host, and the series returns to Los Angeles this summer, with live shows broadcast from the famed Dolby Theatre.
Episode Guide
Season 11 Progress Shield
Auditions Week 1
May 31, 2016 · 85 min
The auditions begin with creator and executive producer Simon Cowell at the judges table alongside Heidi Klum, Mel B, Howie Mandel, and host, Nick Cannon. The Golden Buzzer is back
Auditions Week 2
Jun 7, 2016 · 85 min
The laughs, cries and gasps continue as more incredible and incredibly wacky acts take the stage in the hopes of making it to the next round.
Auditions Week 3
Jun 14, 2016 · 85 min
More emotional, jaw-dropping and hilarious acts give their all for the judges. Another performance garners a coveted Golden Buzzer.
Auditions Week 4
Jun 21, 2016 · 85 min
Simon, Howie, Heidi and Mel B judge another round of awe-inspiring acts - and the notoriously tough Simon finally uses his Golden Buzzer!
Auditions Week 5
Jun 28, 2016 · 85 min
The fun never stops as the judges see a new slew of diverse and inspiring talents.
Best of Auditions
Jul 6, 2016 · 85 min
Nick Cannon hosts a special recap of the moments that left America speechless during the auditions. Never before seen footage is also revealed as we get ready to head into the judg
Judge Cuts, Night 1
Jul 12, 2016 · 85 min
Superstar Ne-Yo joins America's Got Talent as a guest judge for the first round of Judge Cuts.
Judge Cuts, Night 2
Jul 13, 2016 · 85 min
Country superstar Reba McEntire joins America's Got Talent as a guest judge for the second round of Judge Cuts.
Judge Cuts, Night 3
Jul 19, 2016 · 85 min
The judges push their favorite acts through to the top 36. Guest judge George Lopez takes control of the Golden Buzzer.
The Judge Cuts 4
Jul 19, 2016 · 85 min
The fun and surprises keep coming on the final night of Judge Cuts before the live shows. Louis Tomlinson of One Direction joins as a guest judge.
Semifinals 1
Aug 30, 2016 · 85 min
The first 11 of the remaining 21 acts perform for a chance to win $1 million and be named the most talented act in America.
Semifinals Results 1
Aug 30, 2016 · 85 min
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 act to the Finals by using Google Instant Sa
Semifinals 2
Sep 6, 2016 · 85 min
The last 11 of the remaining 22 acts perform for a chance to win $1 million and be named the most talented act in America.
Semifinals Results 2
Sep 7, 2016 · 85 min
Only 5 of the previous night's performers will move on to the Finals.
Live Finale
Sep 13, 2016 · 85 min
The top 10 acts compete one last time live at the Dolby Theatre for a chance to win the $1 million prize and be voted the most talented act in America
Live Finale Results
Sep 14, 2016 · 85 min
Host Nick Cannon reveals who America chose as the $1 million winner. This 2-hour season finale will feature special guest performers and not-to-be-missed surprises.