Massive media attention? Check. Superstar judges and a monstrous $5 million prize? Check. Guaranteed success? Ehhhh… we'll get back to you.
There's no doubt Fox's The X Factor is the most-hyped series of the fall. Reuniting two of the stars that made American Idol a powerhouse, the network (and fans) have high hopes. But will The X Factor live up to the hype?