Simon Cowell has never strayed far from the spotlight—whether judging “American Idol”, “The X Factor”, or “America’s Got Talent”, he’s been a constant force in music competition TV. But now, the sharp-tongued Brit is stepping back into what he does best: discovering and building world-famous vocal groups.
(Photo by Ian Gavan/Getty Images for Sony Pictures)Famous for forming ‘One Direction’, ‘Fifth Harmony’, and ‘Il Divo’, Cowell is returning to his roots with “Simon Cowell: The Next Act,” a brand-new Netflix docuseries that promises to take viewers behind the scenes of his most personal project yet.
What Is ‘Simon Cowell: The Next Act’?
(Photo by Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images)Netflix describes the upcoming series as: “In this brand-new Netflix docu-series, cameras follow Simon everywhere as he sets out to try and create the next global boy band sensation. This is unlike any show he has made before.
From raw open casting calls to the release of their debut single, this is an all-access pass for viewers to catch every moment of Simon’s next chapter. Will he strike gold once again?” The six-episode series will chronicle everything from auditions to the group’s debut single, giving fans front-row access to Cowell’s signature talent-scouting process.
When Will The Next Act Be Released?
Netflix plans to premiere “Simon Cowell: The Next Act” in December 2025, although the platform has not yet announced an exact date.
How Many Episodes Will There Be?
The docuseries will feature six episodes, documenting every key moment of Cowell’s global talent search. As of now, Netflix hasn’t revealed the contestants competing in “The Next Act”. However, with open casting calls underway, more updates are expected to be released soon.
What Will the Winners Get?
The series description hints that the winning group will debut a first single, suggesting that Netflix and Cowell may award a recording contract and a full music rollout. However, they haven’t officially confirmed a prize.
Where to Watch ‘Simon Cowell: The Next Act’?
“The Next Act” will stream exclusively on Netflix, marking Cowell’s first major streaming partnership for an unscripted series.
Simon Cowell’s Legacy in Talent Discovery
Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)With a career spanning over two decades, Cowell has become a household name in both music & television. He has been instrumental in launching the careers of global stars and transforming reality TV moments into music history.
And now, with “The Next Act”, he’s hoping to do it all again—with cameras capturing every step.
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Simon Cowell Reveals His Surprising Next Career Move