The X Factor (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Series · ★ 7
Released in 2013, The X Factor is a notable series.
What it’s about. The X Factor is a New Zealand television reality music competition, originating from the original UK series and based on the Australian The X Factor production format. The first series premiered on the TV3 channel on 21 April 2013, with regular Sunday and Monday screenings weekly. The show is open to anyone aged 14 and over, and the winner will be signed to Sony Music Entertainment New Zealand. The contestants are split into the show's four traditional categories: Boys, Girls, Over-25s and Groups. The first series is hosted by Dominic Bowden, with recording artists Daniel Bedingfield, Melanie Blatt, Ruby Frost and Stan Walker, as the show's four judges. In early 2013, a pre-audition tour of 27 towns and cities across New Zealand was held to find the contestants for the judges auditions. Successful contestants from the judges auditions then progressed to the bootcamp round filmed in March.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The X Factor has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The X Factor page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The X Factor (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The X Factor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The X Factor worth watching?
- The X Factor holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The X Factor released?
- The X Factor was released in 2013.