The BEST episodes of The X Factor (US) season 1
Every episode of The X Factor (US) season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The X Factor (US) season 1!
The X Factor is Simon Cowell’s brand new singing competition on a mission to find America’s next undiscovered superstar. The X Factor, on FOX is going to give someone like you the chance to win a $5 million recording contract with Sony Music. What’s great about The X Factor is that it is open to anyone – vocal groups and solo singers, over the age of 12 – and there’s absolutely no upper age limit.
#1 - Live Quarter-Final Results
Season 1 - Episode 22 - Aired 12/8/2011
Another finalist is voted off the show.
#3 - Auditions - Part 4
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/29/2011
The final auditions episode features the acts auditioning in Newark.
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#6 - Boot Camp - Part 1
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/5/2011
The first rounds of Boot Camp see the field of hopefuls pared down.
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#7 - Auditions - Part 3
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/28/2011
Chicago/Seattle Auditions Episode 3 of The X Factor USA spanned the genre spectrum, with fans of Radiohead, Justin Bieber and traditional country facing judges Paula Abdul, Simon Cowell, LA Reid and Nicole Scherzinger at auditions in Seattle. Oh, and one Ms Cheryl Cole made another brief cameo in Chicago...
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#8 - Live Show 3
Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 11/9/2011
Another all-new LIVE performance show featuring the final acts from the Boys, Girls, Over 30s and Groups categories. Watch the drama and the emotion as they compete for a life-changing $5 million recording contract with Syco/Sony Music.
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#9 - Live Show 6
Season 1 - Episode 19 - Aired 11/30/2011
The remaining seven acts perform.
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#11 - Judges' Houses - Part 2
Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 10/16/2011
In the second of the 3-part Judges' Homes round, the final 32 will sing at their mentor's homes around the globe as only 16 can go through to the live shows.
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#12 - Live Show 5
Season 1 - Episode 17 - Aired 11/22/2011
Can you believe we're down to the final nine? Tonight, all the acts are giving thanks to people who are important or inspirational in their lives. And in staying true to the spirit of holiday giving and niceties, they've decided to kick two people off tomorrow. So sweet!
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#13 - Live Quarter-Final
Season 1 - Episode 21 - Aired 12/7/2011
The final five acts hit the stage.
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#17 - Live Results 5
Season 1 - Episode 18 - Aired 11/23/2011
A double elimination leaves only seven acts remaining. Also: Kelly Clarkson and Bruno Mars perform.
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#19 - Live Show 2
Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 11/2/2011
The finalists from the four categories – Boys, Girls, Over 30s and Groups – perform live for their chance to win a $5 million recording contract with Syco/Sony Music. After the performances, it is up to America to vote to keep their favorite acts safe in the competition. Tune in to see who will mark their spot on stage and who will fall flat.
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#20 - Live Results 3
Season 1 - Episode 14 - Aired 11/10/2011
Find out which act will be sent packing on an all-new episode of THE X FACTOR.
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#22 - Live Show and Results 1
Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 10/25/2011
The top 17 acts who survived the judges’ homes take the stage for their first LIVE performance. Witness the concert-like performances as the finalists separated into four categories: boys, girls, over 30s and groups set out to win over the country and judges for their chance to win a $5 million recording contract with Syco/Sony Music.
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#25 - Judges' Houses - Part 3
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 10/18/2011
In the final part of the Judges' Houses round, the judges will reveal which 16 acts are through to the live shows. And there's a bit of a twist involved...
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