Star Search Is Back on Netflix — Here’s How to Vote Live

Legendary talent competition Star Searchis back — and this time, you’re part of the show. Hosted by Emmy- and Golden Globe–nominated actor Anthony Anderson, with judges Jelly Roll, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Chrissy Teigen, the 2026 Star Search reboot introduces a new era of live, high-stakes competition where musicians, dancers, comedians, juniors, and variety acts perform onstage — and for the first time ever, viewer votes on Netflix will determine, in real time, who advances in the competition and who is knocked out.

Below, find everything you need to know before the premiere, including how to vote, what’s new in the reboot, when episodes air, and how the live format works across devices.