America's Got Talent

Season 11

23 episodes 21 seasons

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.

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America's Got Talent Season 11 released on May 31, 2016.

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S11E01 Aired May 31, 2016

Auditions Week 1

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 and allows four lucky acts the chance to go directly to the live performance rounds at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles to compete for America's vote.

S11E02 Aired June 07, 2016

Auditions Week 2

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.

S11E03 Aired June 14, 2016

Auditions Week 3

S11E04 Aired June 21, 2016

Auditions Week 4

S11E05 Aired June 28, 2016

Auditions Week 5

S11E06 Aired July 05, 2016

Auditions Week 6

S11E07 Aired July 06, 2016

Best of Auditions

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 judge cuts.

S11E08 Aired July 12, 2016

Judge Cuts, Night 1

The judges push their favorite acts through to the top 36. Guest judge Ne-Yo takes control of the Golden Buzzer.

S11E09 Aired July 13, 2016

Judge Cuts, Night 2

The judges push their favorite acts through to the top 36. Guest judge Reba takes control of the Golden Buzzer.

S11E10 Aired July 19, 2016

Judge Cuts, Night 3

The judges push their favorite acts through to the top 36. Guest judge George Lopez takes control of the Golden Buzzer.

S11E11 Aired July 20, 2016

Judge Cuts, Night 4

The judges push their favorite acts through to the top 36. Guest judge Louis Tomlinson takes control of the Golden Buzzer.

S11E12 Aired July 26, 2016

Live Show 1

The first 12 of the top 36 acts compete in the first LIVE show with the Golden Buzzer. Laura Bretan, fan favorite comedian Lori Mae Hernandez, Philadelphia Eagles player/magician, Jon Dorenbos, and more.

S11E13 Aired July 27, 2016

Live Results 1

The results of America's vote reveal which 7 acts will be advancing to the coveted semifinals; Paul Zerdin performs.

S11E14 Aired August 02, 2016

Live Show 2

The second 12 of the top 36 acts take the stage of the Dolby Theatre. For the first time three Golden Buzzers go head to head in one live show. Sal Valentinetti, Calysta Bevier, and Dorothy Williams are back to win America's vote for a coveted spot in the Semifinals.

S11E15 Aired August 03, 2016

Live Results 2

America finds out which 7 acts are going to the semifinals.

S11E16 Aired August 23, 2016

Live Show 3

The last 12 of the top 36 acts take the stage of the Dolby Theatre to perform for America's votes. After having the most viewed audition in the history of the show, Grace VanderWaal is now back to compete along with others to win America's vote for a coveted spot in the Semifinals. Other fan favorites featured include singing groups Linkin' Bridge and Edgar and comedian Julia Scotti.

S11E17 Aired August 24, 2016

Live Results 3

America finds out which 7 acts are voted through to the semifinals. The Judges choose one wildcard. Olympic champion Michael Phelps co-hosts.

S11E18 Aired August 30, 2016

Semifinals 1

The first 11 of the remaining 22 acts perform for a chance to win $1 million and be named the most talented act in America.

S11E19 Aired August 31, 2016

Semifinals Results 1

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 Save. Featuring special guest performances and hosted by Nick Cannon.

S11E20 Aired September 06, 2016

Semifinals 2

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.

S11E21 Aired September 07, 2016

Semifinals Results 2

Only 5 of the previous night's performers will move on to the Finals.

S11E22 Aired September 13, 2016

Live Finale

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

S11E23 Aired September 14, 2016

Live Finale Results

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.