Popstars
Series Overview
Popstars is a UK talent show series that was broadcast on ITV in early 2001. It was the first UK series of the international Popstars franchise, and was billed as a documentary on the formation of a modern pop group. The series began with audition rounds of aspiring singers performing songs before a panel of judges. The best performers were selected to come to London for further rounds of auditions. Over the weeks, the judges eliminated various singers from the auditions until just a few singers were left in contention. In the final weeks, five contestants were chosen by the judges to form the new pop group Hear’Say. The programme then showed the group recording and promoting their first single, documenting their first ventures into the music industry. The first series of Popstars proved popular with audiences, and a second series followed in 2002.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 13 Episodes
2001 – 2001
Premiered: Wed, Jan 10, 2001
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 13: “Episode 13”
A live show tied in with the Top 40 chart to reveal the position of their first single
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jonathan Dowling, Bill Toepfer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Popstars
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What is Popstars about?
Popstars is a UK talent show series that was broadcast on ITV in early 2001. It was the first UK series of the international Popstars franchise, and was billed as a documentary on the formation of a modern pop group. The series began with audition rounds of aspiring singers performing songs before a panel of judges. The best performers were selected to come to London for further rounds of auditions. Over the weeks, the judges eliminated various singers from the auditions until just a few singers were left in contention. In the final weeks, five contestants were chosen by the judges to form the new pop group Hear’Say. The programme then showed the group recording and promoting their first single, documenting their first ventures into the music industry. The first series of Popstars proved popular with audiences, and a second series followed in 2002.
How many seasons does Popstars have?
Popstars comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Popstars?
Key cast members in Popstars include Nigel Lythgoe, Nicki Chapman, Paul Adam, Darius Campbell, Danny Foster.
Who created or directed Popstars?
Popstars was developed and directed by Jonathan Dowling, Bill Toepfer.