Season 11

23 episodes · 2016

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.

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.

More emotional, jaw-dropping and hilarious acts give their all for the judges. Another performance garners a coveted Golden Buzzer.

Simon, Howie, Heidi and Mel B judge another round of awe-inspiring acts - and the notoriously tough Simon finally uses his Golden Buzzer!

The fun never stops as the judges see a new slew of diverse and inspiring talents.

The auditions continue.

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.

Superstar Ne-Yo joins America's Got Talent as a guest judge for the first round of Judge Cuts.

Country superstar Reba McEntire joins America's Got Talent as a guest judge for the second round of Judge Cuts.

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

The fun and surprises keep coming on the final night of Judge Cuts before the live shows. Louis Tomlinson of One Direction joins as a guest judge.

The first 11 of the remaining 21 acts perform for a chance to win $1 million and be named the most talented act in America.

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.

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.

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

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

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.