X Factor: Season 17
The seventeenth season of the Italian version of the musical talent competition X Factor features a returning panel of judges and a familiar face as the program host. The judging panel for this edition consists of Fedez, Ambra Angiolini, Dargen D’Amico, and Morgan. These four individuals are tasked with evaluating the contestants who perform on the stage throughout the competition. Francesca Michielin returns to the
Season 17 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- The X Factor is a musical talent competition franchise originally created by British producer Simon Cowell.
- The Italian version of the series has been in production since 2008.
- The series transitioned from its original network, Rai 2, to a new broadcaster starting in 2011.
- The competition relies on a panel of judges who mentor and evaluate individual performers and groups.
Season overview
The seventeenth season of the Italian version of the musical talent competition X Factor features a returning panel of judges and a familiar face as the program host. The judging panel for this edition consists of Fedez, Ambra Angiolini, Dargen D’Amico, and Morgan. These four individuals are tasked with evaluating the contestants who perform on the stage throughout the competition. Francesca Michielin returns to the series to serve as the hostess for this season. As a local adaptation of the original British franchise created by Simon Cowell and his company Syco Entertainment, the show continues its long-standing tradition of searching for new singing talent. While the franchise originated in the United Kingdom, the Italian iteration has maintained a consistent presence in the television landscape since its debut. This installment follows the established format of the competition, which focuses on the development and performance of musical acts under the guidance of the appointed judges. The production team continues to facilitate the search for performers, maintaining the structure that has defined the series since its transition to its current network home following the conclusion of its initial four-season run on Rai 2.
Episode Guide
Season 17 Progress Shield
Auditions - Part 1
Sep 14, 2023 · 131 min
X Factor starts again: the boys must win the votes of Fedez, Ambra, Morgan and Dargen. Francesca Michielin leads the way.
Auditions - Part 2
Sep 21, 2023 · 129 min
The selections for #XF2023 continue, Fedez, Ambra, Morgan and Dargen are ready to listen to new talents.
Auditions - Part 3
Sep 28, 2023 · 122 min
X Factor reaches the 3rd episode of Auditions: the contestants have the last chance to conquer Fedez, Ambra, Dargen and Morgan.
Bootcamps - Part 1
Oct 5, 2023 · 117 min
The chairs are ready. The first two judges discover which of the aspiring contestants they will have to choose to move forward, between difficult decisions and painful choices.
Bootcamps - Part 2
Oct 12, 2023 · 115 min
The X Factor Bootcamps continue. Just one performance is enough to earn one of the five chairs. Who will be able to access the next step?
Last Call
Oct 19, 2023 · 147 min
Just one step before the Live of #XF2023. Fedez, Ambra, Morgan and Dargen are called to choose the artists who will form their respective teams.
Live 1
Oct 26, 2023 · 162 min
All set for the X Factor Live: the 12 contestants who passed the selections perform in front of Fedez, Dargen, Ambra and Morgan. Hosted by Francesca Michielin.
Live 2
Nov 2, 2023 · 173 min
The contestants perform in front of the judges of the seventeenth season of the musical talent show, Ambra, Fedez, Dargen and Morgan. Which contestant will return to the competitio
Live 3
Nov 9, 2023 · 150 min
The challenge continues on the X Factor stage where the contestants perform in front of the judges Ambra, Dargen, Morgan and Fedez. Guests: Colapesce Dimartino.
Live 4
Nov 16, 2023 · 156 min
The fourth Live of X Factor opens with the carousel round. The contestants will have to overcome the Hell Factor, a double elimination episode. Super guest: Annalisa.
Live 5
Nov 23, 2023 · 147 min
The eight remaining contestants perform with songs assigned by Ambra, Fedez and Dargen. In the second round, Max Pezzali will also judge them on his songs.
Semifinals
Nov 30, 2023 · 159 min
It's time for the semi-final: the contestants perform accompanied by an orchestra and then finally present their unreleased songs. Guests: Emma Marrone.