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X Factor Italy Unveils 2025 Lineup, Stricter Selection Rules, Naples Finale on Dec. 4

The season raises the bar in early rounds by requiring four unanimous 'sì' at Bootcamp, with a single-use X Pass available to each judge.

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Overview

  • The 19th season premieres Thursday, Sept. 11 on Sky with streaming on NOW, with a free-to-air run on TV8 starting Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 21:30.
  • Giorgia returns as host, while Francesco Gabbani joins judges Achille Lauro, Jake La Furia and Paola Iezzi, replacing Manuel Agnelli.
  • Auditions span three episodes from Sept. 11, where contestants need at least three 'sì' to move forward.
  • In the revamped Bootcamp and Last Call, advancing requires four unanimous 'sì' unless a judge spends their X Pass to send an act through to their team.
  • Seven live elimination shows will air from Teatro Repower in Milan starting Oct. 23, with the final set for Dec. 4 in Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples.