America's Got Talent: Season 16
Season 16 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 15.
- 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.
Episode Guide
Season 16 Progress Shield
Auditions 1
Jun 1, 2021 · 85 min
Variety of acts and contestants of all ages audition for the chance to win the $1 million prize. The Golden Buzzer is back, allowing select lucky acts the chance to go directly to
Auditions 8
Jul 20, 2021 · 85 min
The auditions conclude with creator and executive producer Simon Cowell at the judges' table along with Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum, Sofia Vergara, and host Terry Crews. A variety of
Quarterfinals 3 Results
Aug 25, 2021 · 85 min
Seven performers from the previous round secure places in the semifinals.
Semifinals 2 Results
Sep 8, 2021 · 85 min
Five acts will move on to the finals. Viewers can send their favorite performer to the next round.
Finale
Sep 14, 2021 · 85 min
Terry Crews reveals whom America has chosen as the $1 million winner in the season 16 finale.
Finale Results
Sep 15, 2021 · 85 min
Host Terry Crews debuts the winner of the talent competition and the substantial cash prize.