By Griff GriffinShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberBritney Spears, Adam Sandler and Beyoncé all rose to fame on a legendary talent show from the ‘80s and ‘90s. Now Netflix is bringing it back with a modern twist.
As per the steamer’s official synopsis, its new “Star Search” reboot has “Bigger talent. Higher stakes. Your vote. Anthony Anderson hosts the iconic competition show for a new generation – live. The search is on.”
The original show, which was later known as “Ed McMahon's Star Search,” ran from 1983 to 1995. In that time, icons such as Dave Chappelle, Christina Aguilera, and Justin Timberlake got a boost on their way to superstardom.
...Netflix's “Star Search” is also attempting to discover a new generation of talent, but it sets its sights a little broader. It's not just permitting musical artists this time, but dancers, comedians, and kids’ acts, all together on a live stage.
Who is the ‘Star Search’ Host?
Anthony Anderson is the new host of “Star Search” on Netflix. He currently hosts the Fox game show “We Are Family,” and hosted the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards in January 2024.
“I’m super excited to host this new chapter of Star Search and to introduce such an iconic format to a whole new generation, especially on a global stage like Netflix,” Anderson told Tudum. “The range of talent we’re going to see is going to blow you away, and I can't wait for audiences to experience all the performances, surprises and sheer excitement that this new era of Star Search will deliver.”
‘Star Search’ Trailer
Netflix has released the first trailer for “Star Search.” It gives us a closer look at the show's legendary lineage, which featured pop icons such as Britney Spears and Beyoncé.
‘Star Search’ Reactions
Not everyone is excited about the show, however. On YouTube, @Nathan93Baker commented: “How many of these talent shows do we need!?;
@TheChefComic wrote: “It's hilarious how Netflix consistently misses the mark. I would have watched this if this was a documentary.”
@Wetumpka.Alabama wrote: “I thought we were about to get some behind the scenes dirt.”
‘Star Search’ Release Date
“Star Search” will premiere live on Tuesday, January 20th, 2026. Episodes will air live Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT.
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