Factor X is the Spanish version of The X Factor. It had an original two-season run on Cuatro between 2007 and 2008, and was revived in 2018 by Telecinco with a third series. In early 2024, Telecinco announced plans to relaunch the format again, with a fourth series tentatively slated to begin in the spring of the same year.
Judges[]
- Jorge Flo (2007-2008)
- Miqui Puig (2007-2008)
- Eva Perales (2007-2008)
- Laura Pausini (2018)
- Risto Mejide (2018)
- Xavi Martínez (2018)
- Fernando Montesinos (2018)
- Willy Bárcenas (2024)
- Lali (2024)
- Abraham Mateo (2024)
- Vanesa Martín (2024)
Hosts[]
- Nuria Roca (2007-2008)
- Jesús Vázquez (2018)
- Ion Aramendi (2024)
Series 1[]
Main article: Series 1
Series 1 began on May 13, 2007 with a judging lineup of Jorge Flo, Miqui Puig and Eva Perales and hosted by Nuria Roca. This season was eventually won by 18-year-old María Villalón who was mentored by Jorge Flo in the 16-24s category.
Series 2[]
Main article: Series 2
Series 2 began on September 22, 2008, and utilized the same panel from the first season, as well as the host, Nuria Roca. This season was eventually won by six-member male vocal group Vocal Tempo who were mentored by Jorge Flo in the Groups category.
Series 3[]
Main article: Series 3
Series 3 began on April 13, 2018, and featured an all-new panel of judges composed of Laura Pausini, Risto Mejide, Fernando Montesinos and Xavi Martínez. Jesús Vázquez replaced Nuria Roca as host, while Nando Escribano took charge of the Xtra Factor side show. This season was eventually won by 19-year-old Pol Granch who was mentored by Laura Pausini in the Boys category.
Series 4[]
Main article: Series 4
Series 4 began on April 17, 2024 with a new panel of judges composed of singers Willy Bárcenas, Lali, Abraham Mateo and Vanesa Martín, and hosted by Ion Aramendi. This season was eventually won by Aye Alfonso who was mentored by Abraham Mateo.