We have a lot to watch tonight, gang. The latest episode of Ted Lasso on Apple TV; the newest installment of Reacher is now on Prime Video; and an intriguing new docuseries, Death of the Pastor’s Wife, is now on Netflix.
In terms of network television, Wednesdays tend to belong to reality TV. We have Big Brother on CBS, MasterChef on FOX, and, yep, you guessed it, America’s Got Talent on NBC!
We’re nearing the end of the road for Season 21 of AGT. The quarterfinals will run through September 8, with the semifinals scheduled for September 15 and 16. All of the action culminates with the finals, which will air on September 22 and 23.
If you watched last night’s episode, you already know that Simon Cowell was absent from the judges’ table. Where is Simon? Will the legendary reality TV staple be on tonight’s all-new episode of America’s Got Talent? Here’s everything you need to know.
What Time Is AGT on Tonight (August 26)?
Tonight’s new episode of AGT airs from 8:00-9:00 p.m. ET on NBC.
Where Is Simon on AGT Tonight?
During last night’s episode, it was revealed that Simon Cowell would be missing the next few installments of America’s Got Talent.
“You noticed that Simon Cowell is not here,” host Terry Crews told viewers. “He’s having an operation that cannot be postponed. It’s not an emergency, but it can’t be put off. Simon, we are sending you our very best wishes for a speedy recovery, and we’re looking forward to seeing you back at the judges’ desk very soon.”
TMZ reports that Cowell will miss the “next couple of weeks” of episodes while he undergoes a routine back procedure. Get well soon, Simon!
How To Watch America’s Got Talent Live:
You can watch AGT live on NBC, the NBC website, or via an over-the-top streaming service that offers NBC. We suggest DIRECTV!
The only way to watch shows airing live without cable is by using a live TV streaming service. Our favorite is DIRECTV, which comes with a five-day free trial before payment begins.
DIRECTV offers a number of flexible subscription options, including Genre Packs, so you can best choose which streaming plans fit your needs and budget. Packs start at $19.99/month.
You can also stream NBC live with an active subscription to FuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, or Sling TV.
America’s Got Talent on Peacock Streaming Info:
New episodes of AGT are available for next-day streaming on Peacock.
Peacock currently offers two subscription types: Premium with ads and Premium Plus ad-free. Peacock Premium costs $12.99/month, while Premium Plus costs $19.99/month.
You can save a bit by subscribing to one of Peacock’s annual plans, which give you 12 months for the price of 10. These cost either $129.99 with ads or $199.99 without ads.
Peacock Premium Plus is also available to subscribe to via Prime Video with a seven-day free trial that you can’t get by subscribing directly on Peacock.
The next new episode of America’s Got Talent airs Wednesday, August 26 at 8:00 p.m. ET.
