TV series
Popstars
1999–2021, English, on TVNZ 2. Created by Jonathan Dowling & Bill Toepfer.
Popstars is an international reality television franchise and a precursor to the Idol series. The series first began in New Zealand in 1999 when producer Jonathan Dowling formed the five member all-girl group TrueBliss. Popstars remains one of the most successful TV show formats of all time with the format being sold to more than 50 countries. The show was the inspiration for Simon Fuller's Pop Idol franchise.
- Seasons
- 2
- Episodes
- 11
- Episode length
- Varies
- Status
- Ended in 2021
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Latest episode
S2 E2: Episode 2
Aired 18 April 2021
Seasons 2
Cast & crew
Details
- First aired
- 20 April 1999
- Last aired
- 18 April 2021
- Network
- TVNZ 2
- Language
- English
- Country
- New Zealand
- Type
- Reality
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Popstars: quick answers
Is Popstars worth watching?
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How many seasons of Popstars are there?
Popstars has 2 seasons and 11 episodes.
Is Popstars finished?
Yes. Popstars ended in 2021, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Popstars on?
Popstars isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
Popstars parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Popstars yet.
What shows are like Popstars?
If you liked Popstars, try The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, The Incredible Dr. Pol, The F Word.
Who created Popstars?
Popstars was created by Jonathan Dowling and Bill Toepfer and stars Peter Urlich, Mark Tierney, Joe Cotton.