Two minutes can change your life.
A weekly talent competition where an array of performers – from singers and dancers, to comedians and novelty acts – vie for a $1 million cash prize.
Created by
Ken Warwick
Network
NBC
Status
Returning Series
Type
Reality
First Aired
2006-06-21
Last Aired
2025-09-24
Simon Cowell
Self - Judge
Howie Mandel
Sofía Vergara
Mel B
Terry Crews
Self - Host
1. Auditions 1
85m
A talent search from the producers of “American Idol” gets under way. Regis Philbin hosts as a variety of acts of all ages, including singers, dancers, comedians, acrobats, jugglers and more, compete for fame and a million-dollar grand prize. David Hasselhoff, Brandy and Piers Morgan make up the panel of judges.
2. Auditions 2
3. Auditions 3
2006-06-28
The audition process continues, with David Hasselhoff, Brandy and Piers Morgan judging. Regis Philbin hosts.
4. Auditions 4
2006-07-05
The last round of tryouts. David Hasselhoff, Brandy and Piers Morgan serve as judges. Regis Philbin hosts.
5. Semi-Final 1
2006-07-12
The first of four semifinal rounds is featured. Two acts will move on to the finals---one chosen by celebrity judges David Hasselhoff, Brandy and Piers Morgan; the other by viewers. Regis Philbin hosts.
6. Semi-Final 1 - Results
2006-07-13
Voting results are revealed.
7. Semi-Final 2
2006-07-19
The second of four semifinal rounds finds acts vying for two more finalist spots to be determined by viewers and judges Brandy, David Hasselhoff and Piers Morgan. Regis Philbin is the host.
8. Semi-Final 2 - Results
2006-07-20
Voting results are revealed. Judges Brandy, David Hasselhoff and Piers Morgan offer their opinions on the act chosen by viewers to go to the finals.
9. Semi-Final 3
2006-07-26
Two more finalist spots are up for grabs as performers compete in the third of four semifinal rounds. Brandy, David Hasselhoff and Piers Morgan are the judges. Regis Philbin hosts.
10. Semi-Final 3 - Results
2006-07-27
Third-round voting results are revealed.
11. Semi-Final 4
2006-08-02
The fourth and final semifinal round. David Hasselhoff, Brandy and Piers Morgan serve as judges. Regis Philbin hosts.
12. Semi-Final 4 - Results
2006-08-03
Fourth-round voting results are revealed. Judges Brandy, David Hasselhoff and Piers Morgan offer their opinions on the act chosen by viewers to go to the finals. Also: the Hoff sings his new single, “Jump in My Car”; a performance from Cirque Du Soleil's “Zumanity”; and comedian Tom Green attempts to ride a skateboard through a ring of fire.
13. Wildcard Show
2006-08-09
A wild-card competition features 10 deserving but overlooked acts from the semifinals competing for two additional spots in next week's $1 million finale. Among the performers getting a second chance are: Nathan Burton; Leonid the Magnificent; All That; Natasha Le; Corina Brouder; Jessica Sanchez; Bobby Badfingers; N'Versity; Quick Change; and Alexis Jordan. Regis Philbin hosts.
14. Wildcard Show - Results
2006-08-10
Host Regis Philbin announces the viewer-selected winner of the wild-card round. Celebrity judges David Hasselhoff, Brandy and Piers Morgan offer their opinions. Also: Penn and Teller perform their magic act.
15. The Final
2006-08-16
The 10 remaining acts take the stage for their last performances before tomorrow night's finale, when the $1 million winner will be revealed. Celebrity guests on hand to offer the finalists pointers include Master P, Yolanda Adams, Chaka Khan, John Popper, and Penn and Teller. Regis Philbin hosts.
