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In shady times, let there be light.
Join RuPaul, the world's most famous drag queen, as the host, mentor and judge for the ultimate in drag queen competitions. The top drag queens in the U.S. will vie for drag stardom as RuPaul, in full glamazon drag, will reign supreme in all judging and eliminations while helping guide the contestants as they prepare for each challenge.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
RuPaul's Drag Race is available to stream on DirecTV On Demand, Paramount+, Paramount+ (Via Amazon Prime), Paramount+ (Via Apple TV), Philo, Prime Video, YouTube TV, Fubo, Pluto TV, and Spectrum On Demand in United States. You can also rent or buy it from Google Play, Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
Join RuPaul, the world's most famous drag queen, as the host, mentor and judge for the ultimate in drag queen competitions. The top drag queens in the U.S. will vie for drag stardom as RuPaul, in full glamazon drag, will reign supreme in all judging and eliminations while helping guide the contestants as they prepare for each challenge.
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Episode 1
What does it really take to become America's next drag superstar? From fabulous divas to outrageous flops, RuPaul gives a behind-the-scenes look at casting for Drag Race.
Directed by Nick MurrayGuest stars Venus D-Lite, Brian "Phoenix" Trapp, Mimi Imfurst, India Ferrah, Mariah Balenciaga, Stacy Layne Matthews, Delta Work, Carmen Carrera
Episode 2
Aren't the holidays such a drag? Brighten up your night with a fierce Christmas challenge on tonight's RuPaul's Drag Race. The claws come out in the first challenge of the season when the girls are asked to create a holiday look with nothing but some tinsel, ornaments and a little well placed mistletoe. Guest Judges: Vanessa Williams / Mike Ruiz
Directed by Nick MurrayGuest stars Santino Rice, Venus D-Lite, Brian "Phoenix" Trapp, Mimi Imfurst, India Ferrah, Mariah Balenciaga, Stacy Layne Matthews, Delta Work
Episode 3
The queens face the final frontier as they shoot two out-of-this-world sci-fi movie trailers. RuPaul is joined by extra special guest judges the legendary Lily Tomlin and Caprica's Alessandra Torresani.
Directed by Nick MurrayGuest stars Santino Rice, Brian "Phoenix" Trapp, Mimi Imfurst, India Ferrah, Mariah Balenciaga, Stacy Layne Matthews, Delta Work, Carmen Carrera
Episode 4
The girls get physical as they produce their own inspirational workout videos directed by fitness guru Susan Powter. RuPaul & Susan Powter are joined by extra special guest judge La Toya Jackson.
Directed by Nick MurrayGuest stars Mimi Imfurst, India Ferrah, Mariah Balenciaga, Stacy Layne Matthews, Delta Work, Carmen Carrera, Yara Sofia, Alexis Mateo
Episode 5
The queens get a wake up call in the competition when they're asked to produce two morning news shows. RuPaul is joined by extra special guest judges Big Love's Chloë Sevigny and Debbie Matenoupolous.
Directed by Nick MurrayGuest stars Debbie Matenopoulos, Chloë Sevigny, India Ferrah, Mariah Balenciaga, Stacy Layne Matthews, Delta Work, Carmen Carrera, Yara Sofia
Episode 6
The queens compete in a star-studded TV game show where they must pull out their best celebrity impersonations. RuPaul is joined by extra special guest judges actress-comedienne Aisha Tyler & Amber Rose.
Directed by Nick MurrayGuest stars Santino Rice, Mariah Balenciaga, Stacy Layne Matthews, Delta Work, Carmen Carrera, Yara Sofia, Alexis Mateo, Shawn Morales
Episode 7
The queens look good enough to eat in this episode where they're challenged to find fashion inspiration from the world of cakes. RuPaul is joined by extra special guest judges actress Eliza Dushku & Sara Rue.
Directed by Nick MurrayGuest stars Stacy Layne Matthews, Delta Work, Carmen Carrera, Yara Sofia, Alexis Mateo, Billy B., Shawn Morales, Jason J. Carter
Episode 8
The queens perform stand-up comedy routines in front of a live studio audience. RuPaul is joined by extra special guest judges comedienne Rita Rudner and MADTV's Arden Myrin.
Directed by Nick MurrayGuest stars Santino Rice, Delta Work, Carmen Carrera, Yara Sofia, Alexis Mateo, Shawn Morales, Jason J. Carter, D.J. 'Shangela' Pierce
Episode 9
Get ready for a red, white, and blue spectacular! In this patriotic challenge, the queens are tasked with creating heartfelt and hilarious video messages to uplift our troops. RuPaul is joined by extra special guest judges Cheryl Tiegs and Johnny Weir.
Directed by Nick MurrayGuest stars Santino Rice, Carmen Carrera, Yara Sofia, Alexis Mateo, Shawn Morales, Jason J. Carter, D.J. 'Shangela' Pierce, Manila Luzon
Episode 10
The dolls record a single and perform before a live audience. RuPaul is joined by extra special guest judges Jody Watley & Carmen Electra.
Directed by Nick MurrayGuest stars Carmen Carrera, Yara Sofia, Alexis Mateo, Shawn Morales, Jason J. Carter, D.J. 'Shangela' Pierce, Jeffrey Moran, Manila Luzon
Episode 11
The queens wig out when they have to compete in a fantasy hair show. RuPaul is joined by extra special guest judges American Idol Fantasia Barrino & comedian-TV host Wayne Brady.
Directed by Nick MurrayGuest stars Santino Rice, Yara Sofia, Alexis Mateo, Shawn Morales, Jason J. Carter, D.J. 'Shangela' Pierce, Manila Luzon, Raja Gemini
Episode 12
The queens must transform a group of All-American straight jocks into their drag sisters. RuPaul is joined by extra special guest judges Sharon Osbourne & Margaret Cho.
Directed by Nick MurrayGuest stars Carmen Carrera, Yara Sofia, Alexis Mateo, Shawn Morales, Jason J. Carter, Mike Ruiz, Manila Luzon, Raja Gemini
Episode 13
The dolls break the bank as they perform in a pageant of dresses made out of money. RuPaul is joined by extra special guest judges LaToya Jackson & author-TV host Gigi Levangie Grazer.
Directed by Nick MurrayGuest stars Yara Sofia, Alexis Mateo, Shawn Morales, Jason J. Carter, Gigi Levangie, Mike Ruiz, Manila Luzon, Raja Gemini
Episode 14
Take a look back at the highlights, low-lights and previously unseen footage from the first 12 episodes as we race toward the climactic grand finale!
Directed by Nick MurrayGuest stars Sharon Osbourne, Debbie Matenopoulos, Margaret Cho, La Toya Jackson, Chloë Sevigny, Aisha Tyler, Vanessa Williams, Susan Powter
Episode 15
The remaining three queens face their final challenge when they're asked to transform into video vixens for the music video to Ru's latest single, "Champion."
Directed by Nick MurrayGuest stars Santino Rice, Alexis Mateo, Mathu Andersen, Shawn Morales, Ryan Heffington, Jason J. Carter, Manila Luzon, Raja Gemini
Episode 16
The queens get together to spill the tea one more time.
Directed by Nick MurrayGuest stars Venus D-Lite, Brian "Phoenix" Trapp, Mimi Imfurst, India Ferrah, Mariah Balenciaga, Stacy Layne Matthews, Delta Work, Carmen Carrera
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
RuPaulSelf - Host
Michelle VisageSelf - Judge
Carson KressleySelf - Judge
Ross MathewsSelf - Judge
Santino RiceSelf - Judge
Merle GinsbergSelf - Judge
Latrice RoyaleSelf - Contestant
Vanessa VanjieSelf - Contestant
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