The WORST episodes of America's Got Talent
Every episode of America's Got Talent ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of America's Got Talent!
Weekly talent competition where an array of performers – from singers and dancers, to comedians and novelty acts – vie for a $1 million cash prize.
#1 - Auditions 9
Season 20 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/5/2025
Contestants fight to leave an impression as auditions close with a very unexpected and messy plot twist. For the first time, the judges immediately reveal the top 44 acts they chose to compete in the live shows for the $1 million prize.
#2 - Auditions 2
Season 20 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/3/2025
Howie jokes that a group of clown magicians nearly gives him a heart attack. Siblings test their bonds and talent on the audition stage. Sofia and Mel battle it out to be the first to hit the button over a jaw-dropping Golden Buzzer.
#3 - Auditions 5
Season 19 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/2/2024
The auditions continue as variety acts featuring contestants of all ages audition for the chance to win $1 million. There are more Golden Buzzers than ever before, each sending a lucky act directly to the Live Shows to compete for America's vote.
#4 - Auditions 4
Season 19 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/25/2024
The auditions continue as variety acts featuring contestants of all ages audition for the chance to win $1 million. There are more Golden Buzzers than ever before, each sending a lucky act directly to the Live Shows to compete for America's vote.
#5 - Auditions 9
Season 18 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/8/2023
The auditions conclude as a variety of acts featuring contestants of all ages audition for the chance to win the $1 million prize. The Golden Buzzer is back, allowing a lucky act the chance to go directly to the Live Shows to compete for America's vote.
#6 - Auditions 8
Season 18 - Episode 9 - Aired 8/1/2023
The auditions continue as a variety of acts featuring contestants of all ages vie for the chance to win the $1 million prize. The Golden Buzzer is back, allowing a lucky act the chance to go directly to the live shows to compete for America's vote.
#7 - Auditions 6
Season 18 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/11/2023
The auditions continue as a variety of acts featuring contestants of all ages audition for the chance to win the $1 million prize. The Golden Buzzer is back, allowing a lucky act the chance to go directly to the Live Shows to compete for America's vote.
#8 - Auditions 4
Season 18 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/20/2023
The auditions continue as a variety of acts featuring contestants of all ages audition for the chance to win the $1 million prize. The Golden Buzzer is back, allowing a lucky act the chance to go directly to the Live Shows to compete for America's vote.
#9 - Auditions 2
Season 18 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/6/2023
The auditions continue as a variety of acts featuring contestants of all ages audition for the chance to win the $1 million prize. The Golden Buzzer is back, allowing a lucky act the chance to go directly to the Live Shows to compete for America's vote.
#10 - Week 11, Night 1 - YouTube Special
Season 6 - Episode 21 - Aired 8/9/2011
Watch the YouTube contestants perform on AGT!
#11 - Wildcard Show (Results)
Season 7 - Episode 25 - Aired 8/22/2012
#12 - Countdown to the Finale
Season 19 - Episode 20 - Aired 9/24/2024
Terry Crews recaps the road to the finale and the 10 acts up for the $1 million prize.
#13 - Los Angeles Audition
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/12/2007
#14 - Wildcard Show (Results)
Season 6 - Episode 24 - Aired 8/17/2011
Four wildcard acts move on to the semifinals.
#15 - Quarterfinals 4 Results
Season 20 - Episode 19 - Aired 9/10/2025
America's votes reveal which three acts from the previous night's show move on to the semifinals. One act advances that got sent straight to the finals last night with the competitive live show Golden Buzzer.
#16 - Countdown to the Finale
Season 15 - Episode 24 - Aired 9/23/2020
Terry Crews hosts a live special highlighting the show's Top 10 finalists, featuring a sneak peek at the preparations and never-before-seen backstage footage from the season with judges Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel and Sofia Vergara.
#17 - Greatest Golden Buzzers!
Season 20 - Episode 8 - Aired 7/22/2025
Simon, Howie, Sofia and Mel reveal their most unforgettable Golden Buzzer moments - sharing never-before-heard stories, backstage drama and insights into the decisions that changed lives.
#18 - Road to Lives
Season 18 - Episode 11 - Aired 8/15/2023
As the auditions come to a close, host Terry Crews previews some of the most memorable acts of the season moving on to the live shows.
#19 - AGT: Best of Auditions
Season 15 - Episode 8 - Aired 7/21/2020
Creator and executive producer Simon Cowell and celebrity judges Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel and Sofia Vergara revisit some of the biggest, best and most showstopping moments from Season 15. Hosted by Terry Crews.
#20 - Countdown to the Finale
Season 18 - Episode 23 - Aired 9/27/2023
Terry Crews recaps the road to the finale and the 11 acts up for the $1 million prize.
#21 - Quarterfinals, Group 1 Results
Season 6 - Episode 14 - Aired 7/13/2011
Watch the very first results show live from Hollywood! Avril Lavigne and the cast of "Priscilla Queen of the Desert" perform!
#22 - Road to Lives
Season 13 - Episode 12 - Aired 8/9/2018
Relive the best moments of Season 13 before the Live Shows begin!
#23 - Live Finale Results
Season 15 - Episode 25 - Aired 9/23/2020
Host Terry Crews reveals whom America has chosen as the $1 million winner of Season 15; the two-hour finale will feature special guest performers and not-to-be-missed surprises; with Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel and Sofia Vergara.
#24 - Finale
Season 6 - Episode 32 - Aired 9/14/2011
Season 6 of America's Got Talent comes to a close and it is time to announce the winner. Will it be Silhouttes or Poplyfe or Team iLuminate or Landau Eugene Murphy, Jr.?
