RuPaul
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Series
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Synopsis
“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.
Episodes
Season 1
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- Season 4
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- Season 9
- Season 10
- Season 11
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- Season 13
- Season 14
- Season 15
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- Season 17
- Season 18
1. Drag on a DimeNow viewing2009-02-0245m5.6Nine contestants must re-invent their glam drag looks using thrift store clothing and tschotchkes from the 99-cent store. Guest judge Bob Mackie stops by to help RuPaul weed out the drag queen with the least style.
2. Girl Group Challenge2009-02-0945m5.9Wigs fly when the contestants split up into 2 rival girl groups, something guest judge Michelle Williams of Destiny's Child would know plenty about. Can the girls impress RuPaul with their lip-synching skills?
3. Queens of All Media2009-02-1645m5.5The queens are tested on their multi-media prowess as they show off their talents as newscaster, product spokesperson, and talk show host to RuPaul and guest judge Debra Wilson of MADtv.
4. MAC/Viva Glam Challenge2009-02-2345m5.0Hoping to follow in the footsteps of MAC Cosmetics' first Viva Glam girl, RuPaul, the queens make their own Viva Glam screen test. Jenny Shimizu joins the panel to help judge the girls' drag queen status.
5. Drag School of Charm2009-03-0246m5.7The contestants make over a group of female extreme fighters into their drag daughters. Xena herself, Lucy Lawless, makes a guest appearance to judge the girls' combat prowess.
6. Absolut Drag Ball2009-03-0946m5.8RuPaul makes the queens hit the floor in a good old fashioned drag ball inspired by Absolut's real fruit flavored vodkas.
7. Extra Special Edition2009-03-1646m4.8Look back at the highlights, lowlights, and previously unseen footage from the first six episodes as we race toward the climactic grand finale!
8. Grand Finale2009-03-2346m5.5The last 3 queens face their final challenge while shooting the music video for RuPaul's new single "Cover Girl (Put The Bass In Your Walk)." Out artist Cazwell stops by to help the judges cast their final vote.
9. Reunited!2009-03-2345m5.6In this reunion special, all nine contestants return to give their take on what happened during the show. Plus, the girls confront the judges...and each other!
Cast
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Michelle Visage
Self - Judge
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is RuPaul's Drag Race available to watch online?
Yes - see the "Where to watch legally" section on this page for streaming, rental and purchase options.
How many seasons does RuPaul's Drag Race have?
RuPaul's Drag Race has 18 seasons and 255 episodes.
When did RuPaul's Drag Race first air?
RuPaul's Drag Race first aired in 2009.
Is RuPaul's Drag Race still running?
Yes, RuPaul's Drag Race is an ongoing series.
What genre is RuPaul's Drag Race?
RuPaul's Drag Race is classified as Reality.