If you’re an American who misses Simon Cowell and his show The X Factor, the American version of which was canceled by FOX last year, you’ll have your chance to enjoy the original incarnation of the singing competition series when the new season of The X Factor UK begins airing on AXS TV starting Aug. 31. This marks the first time that the flagship version of the show will air in the United States.
Season 11 of The X Factor UK will feature a pair of famous faces that will be instantly recognizable to American audiences, as Simon Cowell makes his much anticipated return to the panel for the first time in three years. Additionally, former Spice Girl and America’s Got Talent fan-favorite Mel B will make her first appearance as a full-time judge, after previously serving as a guest on the series. Joining the duo is UK pop singer Cheryl Fernandez-Versini, who is also returning for the first time in three years, and esteemed music manager Louis Walsh, making his 11th consecutive appearance since 2004. Award-winning broadcaster and host, Dermot O’Leary, hosts the festivities.
The X Factor UK contestants compete in two sets of audition rounds, taking place across the UK in Manchester, London, Newcastle, and Edinburgh. In the initial closed room auditions, contestants will find themselves face-to-face with the judges for the first time. If they impress the panel and receive three or more “yes” votes, they will move on to perform in a packed arena in front of a live audience. AXS TV will air all 34 episodes of the series, beginning with the opening audition shows, in addition to special boot camp installments and live broadcasts.
“The X Factor UK is a perfect addition to the AXS TV lineup, as we continue to showcase the best music programming on television,” said AXS TV founder Mark Cuban. “The level of talent that the series has produced is unprecedented, and to have Simon Cowell back as a judge – I’m confident that our audience will embrace these new stars wholeheartedly. I’m proud that AXS TV has the opportunity to be at the forefront of this popular music franchise to showcase talented vocalists.”
The X Factor UK premieres on AXS TV Aug. 31 at 8pm ET, with a same night re-air.
The American version of The X Factor deserves a second chance.
I want the American version of The X Factor back.
And let’s have a American versions of other game shows from around the world.
Like Tipping Point, Tipping Point Lucky Stars, Spin Star, Ejector Seat, The Vault, Big Star’s Little Star, Gift Wrapped, The 21st Question, Millionaire Hot Seat, Million Dollar Minute, A Question of Sport,
Draw It!, BrainTeaser, Catchword, Chain Letters, Memory Bank, Wordplay, Countdown, Golden Balls, Mr. and Mrs.
and All Star Mr & Mrs.
I’ve read them on Wikipedia.
OK, Here’s the deal.
To Fox,
Keep American Idol on the air until 2017.
To NBC,
Keep America’s Got Talent on the air until 2021 and keep The Voice on the air until 2026.
Get Game Show Network to bring Deal or No Deal back for a seventh season and keep it on the air for nine more seasons.
Get GSN or Syndication to bring Celebrity Family Feud back for a second season and keep it on the air for 12 more seasons.
USA Network or E! or TNT or MTV or The CW or AXS TV should bring The X Factor back for a fourth season by 2016 and keep it on the air until 2032.
OK? Agree?
Bring back Futurama!
I agree with you, Davey.
Bring Back The X Factor USA
Bring Back Celebrity Family Feud
Bring Back Take Me Out
Bring Back Deal or No Deal
Bring Back Fun House
Bring Back I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!
Bring Back America’s Most Wanted
Bring Back The Dating Game
Bring Back Catchphrase
Bring Back Strike It Rich
Bring Back The Jeremy Kyle Show
Bring Back College Bowl
Bring Back The Real Housewives of D.C.
Bring Back American Gladiators
Bring Back The Weakest Link
Bring Back Beauty and the Geek
Bring Back MADtv
Bring Back Forensic Files
Bring Back Unsolved Mysteries
Bring Back Hollywood Squares
Bring Back Live to Dance
Bring Back Soul Train
Bring Back American Bandstand
Bring Back Skating with Celebrities
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Bring Back Minute to Win It
Bring Back Wanna Bet?
Bring Back Press Your Luck
Bring Back What’s My Line?
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Bring Back Supermarket Sweep
Bring Back Battle Dome
Bring Back American Wrestling Association
Bring Back World Championship Wrestling
Bring Back Extreme Championship Wrestling
Bring Back XFL
Bring Back Top of the Pops
Bring Back The Trisha Goddard Show
Bring Back The Ricki Lake Show
Bring Back Primeval: New World
Bring Back The Tomorrow People
Bring Back The Carrie Diaries
Bring Back Star-Crossed
Bring Back No Ordinary Family
Bring Back Chasing the Saturdays
Bring Back Hello Ross
Good idea, Imogen.
I mean, Good thinking.
That’s good news! I’ll be looking forward to watch The X Factor UK.
What about The X Factor Australia?
I just hope AXS TV will have plans to bring The X Factor USA back for a fourth season next year. They just need to get rid of the four chair challenge and bring back the boot camp and bring back the judges’ houses. What season four needs is a charity single.