The X Factor (US)

Épisode 1 - Auditions No. 1

21 septembre 2011 - 3.7/5

It's time. Simon Cowell's return to U.S. television on "The X Factor" arrives Wednesday night, sporting the largest prize in TV history: a $5 million recording contract. The judges are introduced: In addition to Simon, we've got Nicole Scherzinger, L.A. Reid, Paula Abdul, "and introducing..." Cheryl Cole. The opening sequence features big, dramatic moments -- including Paula sobbing like nobody's business, and Simon saying he's "hating this," the whole thing is some kind of bleeped expletive and it's "just not working." Then we get title music that sounds eerily similar to "America's Got Talent." Host Steve Jones explains the whole deal: The first audition in L.A. has 20,000 people waiting to audition, which Steve calls a record audition turnout for the city. The rules: Anyone over 12 can audition, either solo or in a group. Then the judges are introduced -- again. Simon says he "walked away from the number one show in America to start a new show. The whole thing's a gamble." L.A. Reid says he walked away from his job as chairman at Island-Def Jam Records. Cheryl Cole joins the auditions in L.A., and Paula is back, saying she's "looking forward to sitting next to my partner in crime."

Épisode 2 - Auditions No. 2

22 septembre 2011 - 3.8/5

The premiere season of the "The X Factor" continues its auditions in Miami and Dallas as the quest for the $5 million recording contract winner continues. First up is Miami, where 29-year-old Ashley Sansone wears a glittery dress and says people mistake her for a pop singer. This doesn't seem like it's going to end well and she says she wants to channel all her energy into the audience and shares that her email address is "unstoppable talent." She doesn't want to sing songs about Gummi Bears. She starts singing what sounds like Janis Joplin's "Piece of My Heart." But she might have spared the show some royalties because her lyrics are completely unintelligible. L.A. Reid says he wanted to slit his wrists while she was singing. Simon says he couldn't understand a word she sang. This kicks off a string of bad acts, including a terrible singer who demands an explanation before leaving the stage, a trio of cowboy-hat-wearing fellas, and a mom-and-daughter duet who call themselves "Dreamgirlz, with a 'z'." Gloria Estefan is apparently hoping the rhythm is going to get someone, as she tries to inspire the waiting contestants. Finally, we get a fresh-faced girl who's got a bunch of family with her. Caitlynne Curtis, 16, shows some serious nerves while she sings just the opening bit of Katy Perry's "Firework." Nicole Scherzinger says "there's room to grow." Simon says that's not good news and suggests that she join a group where she doesn't have to "rely on a fantastic vocal." Simon votes no and Caitlynne starts to cry. Paula's worried a breakdown is coming and runs up to the stage to give Caitlynne a supportive hug. Fed up, Simon tells one of the producers, "I hope this is the worst session." The judges take a break and Simon's none too pleased with the talent in Miami. Paula is worried for Simon. Meanwhile, the next contestant tells us his boss fired him for taking time off to go to the audition

Épisode 3 - Auditions No. 3

28 septembre 2011 - 3.9/5

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...

Épisode 4 - Auditions No. 4

29 septembre 2011 - 3.9/5

The final auditions episode features the acts auditioning in Newark.

Épisode 5 - Boot Camp No. 1

5 octobre 2011 - 3.8/5

The first rounds of Boot Camp see the field of hopefuls pared down.

Épisode 6 - Boot Camp No. 2

6 octobre 2011 - 3.9/5

The second night of Boot Camp will reveal the final 32 acts through to the Judges' Homes round, and the judges will find out what category they're mentoring for the rest of the season.

Épisode 7 - Judges' Homes No. 1

13 octobre 2011 - 3.7/5

In the first 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.

Épisode 8 - Judges' Homes No. 2

16 octobre 2011 - 3.7/5

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.

Épisode 9 - Judges' Homes No. 3

18 octobre 2011 - 3.8/5

In the final part of the Judges' Homes round, the judges will reveal which 16 acts are through to the live shows. And there's a bit of a twist involved...

Épisode 10 - Live Performance and Results Show 1

25 octobre 2011 - 4.2/5

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.

Épisode 11 - Live Performance Show 2

2 novembre 2011 - 3.8/5

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.

Épisode 12 - Live Results 2

3 novembre 2011 - 3.5/5

One of the remaining 12 finalists from the four categories – Boys, Girls, Over 30s and Groups – is sent home as the votes are revealed live. Tune in to see who will be sent packing.

Épisode 13 - Live Performance Show 3

9 novembre 2011 - 3.8/5

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.

Épisode 14 - Live Results 3

10 novembre 2011 - 3.5/5

Find out which act will be sent packing on an all-new episode of THE X FACTOR.

Épisode 15 - Top Ten Perform

16 novembre 2011 - 3.8/5

Épisode 16 - 1 of 10 Voted Off

17 novembre 2011 - 3.5/5

Épisode 17 - Top 9 Perform

22 novembre 2011 - 3.6/5

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!

Épisode 18 - 2 of 9 Voted Off

23 novembre 2011 - 3.6/5

A double elimination leaves only seven acts remaining. Also: Kelly Clarkson and Bruno Mars perform.

Épisode 19 - Top 7 Perform

30 novembre 2011 - 3.7/5

The remaining seven acts perform.

Épisode 20 - 2 of 7 Voted Off

1 décembre 2011 - 3.4/5

A finalist gets the boot in a results edition.

Épisode 21 - Top 5 Perform

7 décembre 2011 - 3.9/5

The final six acts hit the stage.

Épisode 22 - 1 of 5 Voted Off

8 décembre 2011 - 3.5/5

Another finalist is voted off the show.

Épisode 23 - Top 4 Perform

14 décembre 2011 - 3.8/5

Épisode 24 - Live Results

15 décembre 2011 - 3.8/5

Épisode 25 - Season Finale Part I

21 décembre 2011 - 3.9/5

Épisode 26 - Season Finale Part 2

22 décembre 2011 - 4/5

Épisode 1 - Auditions No. 1

12 septembre 2012 - 4.5/5

Épisode 2 - Auditions No. 2

13 septembre 2012 - 4.6/5

Épisode 3 - Auditions No. 3

19 septembre 2012 - 4/5

Épisode 4 - Auditions No. 4

20 septembre 2012 - 4.1/5

Épisode 5 - Auditions No. 5

26 septembre 2012 - 4.2/5

Épisode 6 - Auditions No. 6

27 septembre 2012 - 4.2/5

Épisode 7 - Boot Camp No. 1

3 octobre 2012 - 4.4/5

Épisode 8 - Boot Camp No. 2

4 octobre 2012 - 4.1/5

Épisode 9 - Boot Camp No. 3 / Judge's House No. 1

10 octobre 2012 - 4.4/5

The final boot camp in Miami for the contestants, who are judged on their singing, dancing and performance styles. Also, mentoring by the judges.

Épisode 10 - Judge's House No. 2

11 octobre 2012 - 4.6/5

Épisode 11 - Judge's House No. 3

17 octobre 2012 - 4.3/5

Épisode 12 - Top 16 Performances

31 octobre 2012 - 4.4/5

The live portion of season two gets underway as the groups and individuals that made it through several grueling rounds of the competition gather in Los Angeles for the chance to perform; Mario Lopez and Khloe Kardashian-Odom kick off hosting duties.

Épisode 13 - Finalists Chosen #1

1 novembre 2012 - 4.1/5

Épisode 14 - Top 12 Perform

7 novembre 2012 - 4.6/5

Épisode 15 - LIVE Results Show #1

8 novembre 2012 - 4.4/5

Épisode 16 - Top Finalists Perform LIVE Show #2

14 novembre 2012 - 4.2/5

Épisode 17 - LIVE Results Show #2

15 novembre 2012 - 4.3/5

Épisode 18 - Top Finalists Perform LIVE Show #3

21 novembre 2012 - 4.3/5

Épisode 19 - LIVE Results Show #3

22 novembre 2012 - 4.2/5

Épisode 20 - Top Finalists Perform LIVE Show #4

28 novembre 2012 - 4.4/5

Épisode 21 - LIVE Results Show #4

29 novembre 2012 - 4.3/5

Épisode 22 - Top Finalists Perform LIVE Show #5

5 décembre 2012 - 4.3/5

Épisode 23 - LIVE Results Show #5

6 décembre 2012 - 4.3/5

Épisode 24 - Top Finalists Perform

12 décembre 2012 - 4.1/5

Épisode 25 - Live Results

13 décembre 2012 - 3.9/5

Épisode 26 - Season Finale, Part One

19 décembre 2012 - 4.3/5

Épisode 27 - Season Finale, Part Two

20 décembre 2012 - 4.5/5

Épisode 1 - Auditions No. 1

11 septembre 2013 - 4.2/5

Épisode 2 - Auditions No. 2

12 septembre 2013 - 4.3/5

Épisode 3 - Auditions No. 3

18 septembre 2013 - 4.3/5

Épisode 4 - Auditions No. 4

19 septembre 2013 - 4.6/5

Épisode 5 - Auditions No. 5

25 septembre 2013 - 4.4/5

Épisode 6 - Auditions No. 6

26 septembre 2013 - 4.4/5

Épisode 7 - The Four-Chair Challenge Part 1

2 octobre 2013 - 4.3/5

Épisode 8 - The Four-Chair Challenge Part 2

3 octobre 2013 - 4.8/5

Épisode 9 - The Four-Chair Challenge Part 3

9 octobre 2013 - 4.4/5

Épisode 10 - The Four-Chair Challenge Part 4

10 octobre 2013 - 4.6/5

Épisode 11 - Contestants Narrowed

29 octobre 2013 - 4.3/5

Épisode 12 - Meet the Top 12

31 octobre 2013 - 3.8/5

THE X FACTOR introduces the Top 12 Finalists.

Épisode 13 - Top 12 Perform

6 novembre 2013 - 4.1/5

The Top 12 finalists from the four categories - Demi Lovato's Girls, Paulina Rubio's Boys, Kelly Rowland's Over 25s, and Simon Cowell's Groups - perform live for their chance to win THE X FACTOR. After the performances, it's up to America to vote to keep their favorite acts safe in the competition.

Épisode 14 - Top 12 Perform Again

7 novembre 2013 - 4.3/5

The Top 12 Acts perform again for your votes due to a technical snafu.

Épisode 15 - Top 10 Perform/12 Results

13 novembre 2013 - 4.1/5

Épisode 16 - Top 10 Results

14 novembre 2013 - 4/5

Épisode 17 - Top Finalists Perform

20 novembre 2013 - 4/5

Épisode 18 - Live Results

21 novembre 2013 - 4/5

Épisode 19 - Performance Show

27 novembre 2013 - 4.4/5

Épisode 20 - Results Show

28 novembre 2013 - 4.2/5

Épisode 21 - Top 7 Perform

4 décembre 2013 - 4.4/5

Épisode 22 - Results Show

5 décembre 2013 - 3.8/5

Épisode 23 - Top 5 Perform

11 décembre 2013 - 4.5/5

Épisode 24 - Results Show

12 décembre 2013 - 4.2/5

Épisode 25 - Season Finale Part 1

18 décembre 2013 - 4.5/5

Épisode 26 - Season Finale Part 2

19 décembre 2013 - 4.5/5