Britain's Got Talent (2007)

The iconic ITV talent competition where extraordinary acts of every kind compete for a life-changing spot at the Royal Variety Performance.

Britain's Got Talent - Series Information

  • Original Title: Britain's Got Talent
  • First Air Year: 2007
  • Last Air Year: 2026
  • Created by: Ken Warwick, Simon Cowell
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Reality
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 60 minutes
  • Number of Seasons: 19
  • Number of Episodes: 291
  • Status: Returning Series
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English
  • First Air Date: June 9, 2007 (United Kingdom - PG), June 9, 2007 (Brazil - 12)
  • Networks: ITV1
  • Alternative Titles: British Idol (US), BGT (UK)
  • Production Companies: Syco Entertainment, ITV
  • Production Countries: United Kingdom

Britain's Got Talent - Plot

Britain's best (and worst) variety acts compete to win a spot at the Royal Variety Show.

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Britain's Got Talent - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

  • Ken Warwick
  • Simon Cowell

Main Cast

  • Simon Cowell
  • Amanda Holden
  • Declan Donnelly
  • Anthony McPartlin
  • Alesha Dixon
  • David Walliams
  • Piers Morgan
  • Bruno Tonioli
  • KSI
  • David Hasselhoff

Executive Producers

  • Nigel Hall
  • Amelia Brown
  • Richard Holloway
  • Lee McNicholas

Britain's Got Talent - FAQs

Who are the main judges on Britain's Got Talent?

Britain's Got Talent features a rotating panel of judges. Long-standing judge Simon Cowell and Amanda Holden have appeared throughout the show's run. Past judges include Piers Morgan, David Walliams, Alesha Dixon, Bruno Tonioli, and David Hasselhoff, with newer additions such as KSI joining in recent series.

When did Britain's Got Talent first air?

Britain's Got Talent first aired on June 9, 2007, on ITV1 in the United Kingdom. Created by Ken Warwick and Simon Cowell, the show quickly became one of the most-watched programmes on British television and has continued airing new series ever since.

Has Britain's Got Talent been cancelled or renewed?

Britain's Got Talent is currently a returning series and remains in production. As of the latest available information, the show has completed 19 seasons and continues to air on ITV1, with no cancellation announced. Series 19 has aired, and the show is ongoing.

What is Britain's Got Talent about?

Britain's Got Talent is a reality competition series on ITV1 where performers of all ages and backgrounds — from singers and dancers to magicians and novelty acts — audition before a panel of celebrity judges. The ultimate prize is a coveted spot performing at the prestigious Royal Variety Performance.

How many seasons does Britain's Got Talent have?

Britain's Got Talent has 19 seasons, comprising 291 episodes in total. Each season typically features audition rounds, semi-finals, and a grand final. The show also includes a collection of specials. It has been airing continuously since its 2007 debut on ITV1.

Did Susan Boyle win Britain's Got Talent?

Susan Boyle did not win Britain's Got Talent. She finished as runner-up in Series 3 (2009), losing to dance troupe Diversity. However, her audition performance of "I Dreamed a Dream" became one of the most viral television moments in history, launching a hugely successful international recording career.

Where to watch Britain's Got Talent online?

Britain's Got Talent airs on ITV1 in the United Kingdom and is available to stream via ITVX. For international viewers, streaming availability varies by region. You can compare all current viewing options, including subscription and free streaming services available in your area, through JustWatch.

What are shows similar to Britain's Got Talent?

Fans of Britain's Got Talent often enjoy America's Got Talent (2006), which follows the same format in the United States, as well as American Idol (2018). For more variety competition content, The Traitors (2022) and The 1% Club (2022) offer engaging competitive entertainment in a similar vein.

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