The BEST episodes of The X Factor (AU) season 8

Every episode of The X Factor (AU) season 8, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The X Factor (AU) season 8!

Australian version of the popular British show, in which talent seekers compete with one another to find the nation's next singing sensation.

Last Updated: 11/3/2024Network: SevenStatus: Ended
The Three Seat Challenge No.1
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7.80
15 votes

#1 - The Three Seat Challenge No.1

Season 8 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/16/2016

Tonight Adam and the Unders continue the toughest challenge to date, The Three Seat Challenge. With returnee Isaiah already winning Adam's first seat, will he keep it?

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Auditions No. 5
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7.78
23 votes

#2 - Auditions No. 5

Season 8 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/10/2016

It's the penultimate night of auditions at The X Factor and with the judges settled in they hold no punches. Iggy and Guy lock horns over one act, then see the most shocking audition ever.

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Auditions No. 6
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7.76
21 votes

#3 - Auditions No. 6

Season 8 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/11/2016

It's the final night of auditions. The Judges find out their categories, then the contestants face a daunting acapella challenge to secure a spot at The Three Seat Challenge. Will your favorite make it?

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Top 12 Perform
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7.67
15 votes

#4 - Top 12 Perform

Season 8 - Episode 10 - Aired 10/23/2016

With the auditions finished and the three seat challenge completed, it's time for the X Factor finalists to take to the stage for their first live performances. Hosted by Jason Dundas.

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The Three Seat Challenge No. 2
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7.62
13 votes

#5 - The Three Seat Challenge No. 2

Season 8 - Episode 8 - Aired 10/17/2016

The Three Seat Challenge continues with Iggy and the Groups. With the fourth Judge lurking in the wings ready to steal unsuccessful acts, it's never been more important for the Judges to choose wisely.

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Auditions No. 2
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7.61
23 votes

#6 - Auditions No. 2

Season 8 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/4/2016

Auditions continue as the next generation of talent keeps coming! Guy meets his match in one contestant and an unlikely pop star takes to the stage.

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Auditions No. 4
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7.58
24 votes

#7 - Auditions No. 4

Season 8 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/9/2016

The judges continue their search for a world class star. Competition is fierce as auditions continue, the groups keeps on firing...and the most inspiring schoolgirl in Australia takes to the stage.

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Grand Final Decider
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7.56
9 votes

#8 - Grand Final Decider

Season 8 - Episode 19 - Aired 11/21/2016

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The Final
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7.55
11 votes

#9 - The Final

Season 8 - Episode 18 - Aired 11/20/2016

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Auditions No. 3
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7.52
23 votes

#10 - Auditions No. 3

Season 8 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/5/2016

Tonight more singers from all over Australia take to the stage. An incredible story, you will not believe. Plus a familiar face returns. Then witness the most spine tingling audition of the year.

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Auditions No. 1
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7.45
20 votes

#11 - Auditions No. 1

Season 8 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/3/2016

The X Factor Next Generation starts tonight with 2 brand new Superstar judges, Iggy Azalea and Adam Lambert joining X Factor heavy weight Guy Sebastian to unearth Australia's next singing sensation.

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Top 5 Perform
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7.42
12 votes

#12 - Top 5 Perform

Season 8 - Episode 16 - Aired 11/13/2016

The X Factor finalists once again take to the stage for their live performances, in front of judges Guy Sebastian, Adam Lambert, Iggy Azalea and Mel B. Hosted by Jason Dundas.

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Top 8 Perform
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7.36
14 votes

#13 - Top 8 Perform

Season 8 - Episode 12 - Aired 10/30/2016

The X Factor finalists once again take to the stage for their live performances, in front of judges Guy Sebastian, Adam Lambert, Iggy Azalea and Mel B. Hosted by Jason Dundas.

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The Three Seat Challenge No. 3
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7.27
11 votes

#14 - The Three Seat Challenge No. 3

Season 8 - Episode 9 - Aired 10/18/2016

It's the last night of The Three Seat Challenge and it is the toughest yet. Guy must whittle down the Overs from 13 to just three. Who will get a chair...and most importantly, keep it?

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Top 5 Results
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6.92
13 votes

#15 - Top 5 Results

Season 8 - Episode 17 - Aired 11/14/2016

The numbers are dwindling as contestants face the next stage of the competition with judges Iggy Azalea, Adam Lambert, Guy Sebastian and Mel B. Hosted by Jason Dundas.

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Top 12 Results
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6.88
8 votes

#16 - Top 12 Results

Season 8 - Episode 11 - Aired 10/24/2016

It's the first results show as contestants face the next stage of the competition with judges Iggy Azalea, Adam Lambert, Guy Sebastian and Mel B. Hosted by Jason Dundas.

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Top 8 Results
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6.82
11 votes

#17 - Top 8 Results

Season 8 - Episode 13 - Aired 10/31/2016

It's the second results show as contestants face the next stage of the competition with judges Iggy Azalea, Adam Lambert, Guy Sebastian and Mel B. Hosted by Jason Dundas.

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Top 7 Perform
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6.71
14 votes

#18 - Top 7 Perform

Season 8 - Episode 14 - Aired 11/6/2016

The X Factor finalists once again take to the stage for their live performances, in front of judges Guy Sebastian, Adam Lambert, Iggy Azalea and Mel B. Hosted by Jason Dundas.

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Top 7 Results
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6.56
9 votes

#19 - Top 7 Results

Season 8 - Episode 15 - Aired 11/7/2016

The numbers are dwindling as contestants face the next stage of the competition with judges Iggy Azalea, Adam Lambert, Guy Sebastian and Mel B. Hosted by Jason Dundas.

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