Star Search (2026)

Bigger talent. Higher stakes. Your vote. Anthony Anderson hosts the iconic competition show for a new generation – live. The search is on.

Next episode

Episode 5
Feb 03, 2026

Last episode

Vote With Your Remote
Jan 28, 2026

Seasons

Jan 20, 2026

1. The Search Begins

The competition kicks off with head-to-head matchups in juniors music, dance, variety and music group. Champions from each category advance to Week 2.

Jan 21, 2026

2. From Challenger to Champion

Head-to-head matchups continue in the juniors variety, comedy, variety and music solo categories. The field of champions is set for Week 2.

Jan 27, 2026

3. Meet Your Competition

The search continues as returning champions in the music group, juniors music, variety and dance categories face a lineup of new challengers.

Jan 28, 2026

4. Vote With Your Remote

The competition heats up. Fresh challengers step into the spotlight in the music solo, variety, comedy and juniors variety categories.

Feb 03, 2026

5. Episode 5

Feb 04, 2026

6. Episode 6

Feb 10, 2026

7. Episode 7

Feb 11, 2026

8. Episode 8

Feb 17, 2026

9. Episode 9