Viewers of the ITV talent show were stunned as ‘vile’ performances left children ‘screaming,’ prompting others to question why it was permitted to air before 9 p.m.

Britain’s Got Talent is typically seen as a lovely family program, but fans have been outraged after a ‘vile’ act left children ‘screaming’ in terror.

Simon Cowell and his team returned for a new season this weekend, but some of the performers shown left viewers disappointed.

Viewers questioned if younger fans had been consulted when the brilliant hopefuls were chosen, with families furious that the chosen competitors had upset their children.

The performance airs at 7 p.m., far before the 9 p.m. watershed.

Akira, the first performer to stir up controversy, performed a farcical act in which he appeared entirely naked.

He appeared on stage wearing a silver plate to conceal his modesty before switching it out for items such as a beach ball and tissue box.

Viewers of the ITV broadcast at home were spared the sight of his naked behind because producers used a Union Jack flag to cover it up, but audience members at the theater were not so fortunate.

The performer’s selection for a family show disappointed parents. On YouTube, one user wrote, “Absolutely ridiculous!” I had to tell my own kids to look away! “The kids are watching this!”

Another said, “How did this go through screening? Isn’t it past 9 p.m.?”

“Why is there a bum on my TV at 19:53 on a Saturday?” a worried viewer inquired.

“It could be funny for grownups. Nonetheless, not at this hour of the evening on mainstream television,” said another.

A gothic daredevil performance reportedly left the youngsters “screaming.”

The artist, named Auzzy Blood, emerged in black and crimson make-up, and a warning flashed up on the screen, asking spectators not to do what they were about to witness at home—just in case you thought putting gigantic corkscrews through your face was a good idea.

The stunning act, a three-time Guinness World Record holder, has been on both America’s Got Talent and the show’s Spanish edition.

Viewers were terrified as the performer used two massive spirals, the first of which he inserted into one nostril and out the other.

After inserting the second spiral into his mouth and out through his nose, fans thought it couldn’t get worse.

Auzzy Blood’s eyebrow-raising technique continued as he inserted a plastic pipe through his nose and requested Simon Cowell to sip from it.

He then placed another hook into his nose and hoisted himself up with a rope.

“I do not dislike these behaviors and enjoy seeing them. But again, is this really appropriate content for a family watching on a Saturday evening?” said one enthusiast.

“Noooo nooooo, I’m definitely having nightmares tonight,” said another.

“I have one kid screaming. One youngster is in amazement. “One parent claimed that a child was hiding behind a pillow, while another parent angrily demanded, “Is this family-friendly?”

Television should not broadcast this act. It is disgusting! “Kids, watch this!” screamed another.

Simon Cowell defended his decision to broadcast Auzzy, saying, “It’s spooky horror that you don’t want to watch, but you do want to watch.” That is clearly why we are going to show it. We’ll undoubtedly get some complaints. Hopefully.”

He went further: “I love it when they say, “Don’t try this at home,” like we’ve all got screws and things just waiting to do that.”