Got What It Takes? is a British talent show that began airing on CBBC on 6 January 2016. Originally presented by Lauren Platt for the first three series, Got What It Takes? has been hosted by Anna Maynard since 2018. In 2021, Melvin Odoom joined Maynard as a co-host. The series sees contestants compete against each other in challenges such as writing songs, performing for celebrity guests and learning choreography. The winner of each series is given the chance to perform at BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend, and as of 2020, the five winners are Amaria Braithwaite, Jorja Douglas, Rio Donkin, Lauren Mia Jones and Georgie Mills.
Genre | Talent show |
Based on | Mom Made Me a Star (Romania) |
Presented by | Lauren Platt (2016–2018), Anna Maynard (2018–present), Melvin Odoom (2021) |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Original language(s) | English |
No. of series | 6 |
No. of episodes | 50 |
Executive producer(s) | Hayden King, Sheldon Lazarus |
Location(s) | dock10 studios, St Margaret's, Metropolis Studios |
Editor(s) | Darren King |
Running time | 30–45 minutes |
Production company(s) | Media Factory, Fulwell 73 |
Distributor | Small World |
Original network | CBBC |
Picture format | 16:9 |
Audio format | Stereo |
About Got What It Takes?
Presented by Lauren Platt, this children's talent show features eight amateur youth singers. Three of them are chosen to compete in "The Sing-Off."
Achievement of Got What It Takes?
The show is based on the Romanian series Mom Made Me a Star. Anna Maynard took over hosting duties in 2018.
Top Facts You Did Not Know About Got What It Takes?
Singing talent shows.
Latest information about Got What It Takes? updated on July 28 2021.