X Factor

★ 7.5 /10 12 votes

March 10, 2008 20 Seasons 264 Episodes 180 min Returning Series

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Overview

X Factor is the Italian version of the British musical talent show The X Factor. The first four seasons aired on Rai 2, but since 2011 it has been broadcast on Sky Uno, with reruns on TV8, after Rai dropped the show due to high costs. Sky Italia acquired the format, extending its broadcast until 2024. Starting from the eleventh season, RTL 102.5 became the official radio station, replacing Radio Deejay and Radio 105. The show was hosted by Francesco Facchinetti (2008-2010), Alessandro Cattelan (2011-2020), Ludovico Tersigni (2021), and Francesca Michielin (2022-2023). From 2024 onwards, Giorgia will take over as host. Since the seventh season, the show has been produced by Fremantle Italia without the collaboration of Magnolia, which had produced the selection episodes in the early seasons.

Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

2008 • 12 Episodes

Season 2

2009 • 15 Episodes

Season 3

2009 • 13 Episodes

Season 4

2010 • 12 Episodes

Season 5

2011 • 12 Episodes

Season 6

2012 • 13 Episodes

Season 7

2013 • 12 Episodes

Season 8

2014 • 13 Episodes

Season 9

2015 • 14 Episodes

Season 10

2016 • 14 Episodes

Season 11

2017 • 14 Episodes

Season 12

2018 • 15 Episodes

Season 13

2019 • 14 Episodes

Season 14

2020 • 13 Episodes

Season 15

2021 • 13 Episodes

Season 16

2022 • 13 Episodes

Season 17

2023 • 13 Episodes

The countdown has begun: everything is ready for the new edition of X Factor that sees Fedez, Ambra Angiolini, Dargen D’Amico, and Morgan at the judging table. On stage with them, Francesca Michielin will return to play the hostess.

Season 18

2024 • 13 Episodes

The new edition starts on September 12th with Achille Lauro, Paola Iezzi, Jake La furia and Manuel Agnelli

Season 19

2025 • 13 Episodes

The new edition starts on September 11th with Francesco Gabbani, Paola Iezzi, Jake La Furia and Achille Lauro

Season 20

2026 • 13 Episodes

Key Information

                                    Created By
                                    Simon Cowell
                                

                                    Network
                                    Rai 2
                                

                                    Type
                                    Scripted
                                

                                    Rating
                                    7.5/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    IT
                                

                                    Country
                                    Italy
                                

Cast & Crew

Alessandro Cattelan

Self - Presenter

Morgan

Self - Guest

Fedez

Self - Judge

Mara Maionchi

Self - Judge

Manuel Agnelli

Self - Guest

MIKA

Self - Guest

Simona Ventura

Self - Judge

Elio

Self - Guest

Francesco Facchinetti

Self - Presenter

Giorgia

Self - Presenter

Arisa

Self - Guest

Jake La Furia

Self - Judge

Frequently Asked Questions

What is X Factor about?

X Factor is the Italian version of the British musical talent show The X Factor. The first four seasons aired on Rai 2, but since 2011 it has been broadcast...

How many seasons does X Factor have?

X Factor has 20 seasons with 264 episodes.

When did X Factor premiere?

X Factor premiered on March 10, 2008.

Is X Factor still running?

Yes, X Factor is currently ongoing with new episodes.

Where can I watch X Factor?

X Factor originally aired on Rai 2. Check your local streaming services for availability.

Who created X Factor?

X Factor was created by Simon Cowell.

What is the rating of X Factor?

X Factor has a rating of 7.5/10 based on user reviews.