Star Search 2026 Contestants
The Star Search 2026 contestants are a mix of singers, dancers, comics, magicians, variety acts, and juniors, all performing live with real-time voting on Netflix.
Each episode introduces new faces, from tween country singers to tight, Vegas-ready dance crews, with some acts already emerging as early favorites in fan discussions.
A standout so far is Filipino‑Australian girl group H3RIZON, whose R&B‑pop performance in the premiere drew big reactions from both the judges and viewers, quickly framing them as “ones to watch” in the competition.
On X, @girlgrouphive shared that H3rizon have revealed themselves as contestants on Netflix’s rebooted talent competition series “Star Search,” premiering January 20, 2026, with episodes airing every Tuesday and Wednesday.
The show leans into that old‑school talent‑show feeling but with a live, global audience tapping to vote in seconds, which gives lesser‑known acts a real shot at breaking out overnight.
Who Hosts Star Search 2026?
Star Search 2026 is hosted by actor and comedian Anthony Anderson, who guides the live episodes and keeps the mood loose even when the competition is tense.
He works alongside a high‑profile judging panel: country star Jelly Roll, actor Sarah Michelle Gellar, and TV personality Chrissy Teigen, who react in very different ways to each act, from technical notes to off‑the‑cuff jokes.
The dynamic feels intentionally casual at times, almost like a live hangout, which helps the show avoid coming across as overly staged even with the big Netflix production behind it.
How Long Is Star Search Tonight on Netflix?
Star Search episodes run as live broadcasts at about 50 minutes each, airing at 9 p.m. ET (6 p.m. PT) on Netflix on their scheduled nights.
The 2026 reboot is structured as a five‑week live event, with new episodes rolling out on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from the January 20, 2026 premiere through the live finale on February 17, 2026.
On X, @netflix announced that viewers can “watch live to vote live” as STAR SEARCH returns to Netflix with a live episode tonight at 9 PM ET / 6 PM PT.
This consistent prime‑time slot makes it easier for viewers to plan watch parties or follow along on social media in real time, which Netflix leans on heavily for engagement.
How Long Is Each Star Search Episode?
Each Star Search 2026 episode is listed with a runtime of around 50 minutes, fitting the typical live competition format where performances, judge comments, and voting all happen in a tight window.
Across the season, Netflix has scheduled nine live episodes over those five weeks, with the early episodes focused on showcasing a wide range of contestants and the later ones narrowing the field to a final four before the winner is crowned.
Because voting happens multiple times within an episode, the pacing stays relatively brisk, with very little dead time between acts.
How to Watch Star Search on Netflix in 2026
Star Search 2026 can be watched live on Netflix, with new episodes streaming at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT on Tuesdays and Wednesdays during its January–February 2026 run.
Viewers in supported regions can participate in real‑time voting directly through the Netflix app or compatible TV devices, casting multiple votes per episode as acts perform.
All episodes are available on demand after the live broadcast window, which helps those in different time zones or with late workdays catch up before the next night’s results shift the standings.
Disclaimer: The Details about Star Search 2026 contestants, schedule, and live voting are based on currently available reports and may change if Netflix updates timings or episode plans. Viewers are advised to double‑check the latest information directly on Netflix or its official news pages before planning watch parties or coverage.
