Star Search Is Back, and It’s Live on Netflix — Here’s Everything to Know
Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
Tiana S. reports from Netflix’s new show, Star Search at a live screening at the Tudum Theater inside Netflix House Philadelphia – the live series premiere screening of Star Search on Tuesday, January 20th, 2026!
For many, Star Search may bring back memories of the original series hosted by Ed McMahon (1983–1995) or the early 2000s relaunch. This event celebrates the next rendition of the fan-favorite show, reimagined for a new generation with judges Jelly Roll, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Chrissy Teigen.
Star Search will premiere live on January 20, 2026. Episodes will air live Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT.
One of the biggest updates to the Star Search format is live fan voting on Netflix.
For the first time ever, viewers can participate in real time and help determine who advances.
“The live voting feature is a total game-changer,” says Anderson.
“Knowing that fans from all over the world can cast their votes in real time adds a whole new layer of excitement and participation to the mix. It’s like we’re all part of the show and get to be one of the judges.”
For step-by-step instructions, visit Tudum’s Star Search How to Vote hub. https://www.netflix.com/tudum/features/star-search-how-to-vote-netflix
The series comes from Jesse Collins Entertainment — the team behind Rhythm + Flow, the Primetime Emmy Awards, the American Music Awards, the Super Bowl Halftime Show, and Hollywood Squares. Executive producers include Jesse Collins, Dionne Harmon, Madison Merritt, and Elaine Metaxas.
