Storyline
RuPaul has made the trip across the pond in search of a queen with the most charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent in all the land.
Episodes
Specials
Special installments of the series.
Meet the Queens: Series 1
Sep 03, 2019
Mama Ru has made the trip across the pond in search for a queen with the most charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent in all the land. Here are our RuPaul's Drag Race UK queens!
It's a Wrap!
Nov 29, 2019
Witness the reactions of the finalists of RuPaul's Drag Race UK as they watch the final episode for the very first time, awaiting the big Ru-veal.
Meet the Queens: Series 2
Dec 16, 2020
Ahead of the long-awaited second series, Mama Ru introduces the 12 fabulous new queens competing for the title of the UK’s next Drag Race superstar.
Queens on Lockdown
Feb 12, 2021
A look into the lockdown lives of the queens of RuPaul's Drag Race UK when they were sent home for a seven-month break in filming due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Meet the Queens: Series 3
Aug 18, 2021
Ahead of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK series 3, it’s time to Meet the Queens! In this special preview, RuPaul introduces the hotly anticipated twelve new queens due to compete for the coveted title of The UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar. Snatch a glimpse of their charisma, beauty and varied skill sets as they share their dreams, ambitions and fears for the forthcoming competition. Place your bets now and may the best Drag Queen win!
Meet the Queens: Series 4
Sep 07, 2022
Ahead of the return of the next series of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK Series 4, get ready to meet the queens! RuPaul unleashes a brand new cast, introducing 12 fabulous new queens ready to compete for the title of the UK’s next Drag Race superstar. Here the queens flash their uniqueness, charisma, nerve and talent for all to see as they share their hopes - and fears - about what the competition may have in store. May the best Drag Queen win!
Meet the Queens: Series 5
Sep 11, 2023
RuPaul presents the new queens competing to be the UK’s next Drag Race superstar.
Meet the Queens: Series 6
Sep 03, 2024
Meet the Queens: Series 7
Aug 22, 2025
Series 1
RuPaul brings the award-winning global phenomenon to the UK for the first time. Ten of the country’s most fabulous drag queens will compete in the Olympics of drag in the hope that RuPaul, queen of queens, will crown them as the UK’s first Drag Race Superstar.
Episode 1
Oct 03, 2019
Ten of the UK's most fabulous drag queens will compete in the Olympics of drag in the hope that RuPaul, queen of queens, will crown them as the UK’s first Drag Race superstar.
Episode 2
Oct 10, 2019
The queens' acting skills are put to the test as they star in a sumptuous new comedy costume drama – Downton Draggy.
Episode 3
Oct 17, 2019
This week RuPaul tests the queens’ sewing skills and fashion sense as they are challenged to create show stopping outfits from junk found at a car boot sale.
Episode 4
Oct 24, 2019
This week the queens take on the iconic Snatch Game challenge where they must deliver their best celebrity impersonations against a classic TV game show backdrop.
Episode 5
Oct 31, 2019
The remaining queens are split into two teams for a girl group battle.
Episode 6
Nov 07, 2019
This week the queens’ creative marketing skills are put to the test as they are asked to create an advert and brand themselves.
Episode 7
Nov 14, 2019
Only four queens remain. Tensions are high and emotions are charged as they are challenged to give family members a very special drag makeover.
Episode 8
Nov 21, 2019
Strictly Come Dancing’s AJ Pritchard and his brother Curtis choreograph the three queens as they take on an all-singing, all-dancing final challenge.
Series 2
The award winning RuPaul’s Drag Race UK returns for a second series. Over the course of ten weeks twelve of the country’s most fabulous drag queens will compete to be crowned the UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar.
Episode 1
Jan 14, 2021
The queens enter the werk room for the first time and quickly take on their first challenge – a photo shoot with Ru. Then, in an added twist, the queens are asked to serve two looks on the Drag Race runway. Actress and fashion icon Elizabeth Hurley joins Michelle Visage and Graham Norton on the judging panel as the first queen sashays away from the competition.
Episode 2
Jan 21, 2021
RuPaul’s search for the UK’s next Drag Race superstar continues. The queens are settling in, but the pressure is on as their singing, acting and dancing skills are truly challenged in Rats – The Rusical, Drag Race’s first ever live musical. West End star Sheridan Smith joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel as another queen exits the competition.
Episode 3
Jan 28, 2021
The search for the UK's Next Drag Race Superstar continues. This week RuPaul tests the queens' creative sewing skills – and their friendships – as they're pitted against each other in a design challenge called Who Wore it Best? Supermodel Jourdan Dunn joins Michelle Visage and Graham Norton as a third queen leaves the competition.
Episode 4
Feb 04, 2021
RuPaul’s search for the UK’s next Drag Race superstar continues. This week, the queens’ presenting skills are challenged as they host their own daytime magazine show, Morning Glory. The queen of British daytime TV, Lorraine Kelly, joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel as a fourth queen exits the competition.
Episode 5
Feb 11, 2021
RuPaul and the queens return from their lockdown hiatus and the search for the UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar resumes. With the queens reunited and added twists, there is much excitement in the air, but the competition picks up quickly as the queens form two groups for a Europop battle – The RuRuvision Song Contest. In a glorious homage to Eurovision, the queens record and perform the same catchy song, but can they swerve the dreaded nul points?! MNEK joins Michelle Visage and Graham Norton on the judging panel as a fifth queen sashays away from the competition.
Episode 6
Feb 18, 2021
This week the queens showcase their best celebrity impressions and improv skills, as they take on the iconic Snatch Game. Gemma Collins plays along too, but can the queens match her blankety blank? On the judging panel singer Jessie Ware joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr as another queen sashays away...
Episode 7
Feb 25, 2021
This week, RuPaul challenges the queens to create show-stopping superhero outfits. US Drag Race star Raven pops in for moral support, and TV presenter Maya Jama joins Michelle Visage and Graham Norton on the judging panel, as Ru decides which queens should lip sync for their lives.
Episode 8
Mar 04, 2021
This week the queens face one of their toughest challenge, yet as they are asked to write and perform their own comedy stand up routines. Comedy legend Dawn French joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel as another queen takes her leave.
Episode 9
Mar 11, 2021
This week the queens’ acting skills are put to the test as they star in a new soap opera BeastEnders. To help them with their roles, EastEnders legend Natalie Cassidy, aka Sonia, gives the girls a soap acting masterclass whilst Michelle Visage and Graham Norton and an extra special guest judge join RuPaul to deliberate the fate of the remaining queens.
Episode 10
Mar 18, 2021
It’s the Finale! The competition concludes in an all singing all dancing extravaganza fight for the crown. Choreographer Jay Revell coaches the queens through their intense final challenge, and Michelle Visage, Alan Carr, Graham Norton and all of the eliminated queens return to witness who RuPaul awards the coveted title of UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar.
Series 3
The multi award winning RuPaul’s Drag Race UK is back for series 3! Over the course of ten weeks twelve fabulous drag queens will compete to be crowned The UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar.
Episode 1
Sep 23, 2021
In this opening episode, Judge Supremo, RuPaul ushers a brand new set of queens into the werk room, sets them their first cheeky challenge, and asks the queens to take to the runway to serve not one, but two looks. Comedy legend Matt Lucas joins Michelle Visage and Graham Norton on the judging panel.
Episode 2
Sep 30, 2021
RuPaul’s search for the UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar continues. The queens are settling in, but the pressure is on as their werk out skills are put to the test in the high energy dance challenge. Two-time Strictly champion Oti Mabuse puts the queens through their paces for the dance performance. Later, Oti joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel.
Episode 3
Oct 07, 2021
The search for the UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar continues. The queens camp it up as RuPaul tests their sewing skills – in a Great Outdoors themed design challenge. US Drag Race All Star Raven is on hand to offer the queens makeup advice while Bridgerton’s Nicola Coughlan joins Michelle Visage and Graham Norton on the panel as a third queen leaves the competition.
Episode 4
Oct 14, 2021
The search for the UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar steps up with the return of the now iconic Girl Group challenge. With on hand support from pop superstars Steps, the queens split into two groups to record and perform a brand new single. Spice Girls legend Emma Bunton joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel.
Episode 5
Oct 21, 2021
RuPaul’s search for the UK’s first Drag Race Superstar continues. This week the queens’ marketing skills are put to the test as they produce adverts for a brand new in-home smart assistant - Draglexa. Little Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel as another queen exits the competition.
Episode 6
Oct 28, 2021
The search for the UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar continues. This week the queens showcase their best celebrity impressions as they take on the ultimate comedy improv challenge - the Snatch Game. Loose Woman Judi Love and pop icon Nadine Coyle join in the fun.
Episode 7
Nov 04, 2021
In a Drag Race first, Ru tests the queens’ showstopping stamina as they are challenged to serve three separate looks on the runway - all against the clock. The pressure is on, but thankfully fashion icon and internet sensation Charity Shop Sue is on hand to share her extensive fashion retail experience.
Episode 8
Nov 11, 2021
This week the queens’ over acting skills are put to the test as they star in a new sci-fi blockbuster: Bra Wars - The Fempire Claps Back. Actor, Russell Tovey joins RuPaul as his extra special guest judge, alongside Michelle Visage and Graham Norton as the queens once again fight for their survival.
Episode 9
Nov 18, 2021
It’s the Semi Finals! The remaining queens take to the mic, writing their own material for a stand up comedy challenge that sees them roasting the most challenging of victims - themselves. Comedy legend Kathy Burke joins RuPaul as his extra special guest judge alongside, Michelle Visage and Alan Carr as another queen is asked to sashay away.
Episode 10
Nov 25, 2021
It’s the grand finale, and a Christmas wish is about to come true for one lucky queen, as the search to find the UK’s Next Drag Race superstar concludes with a festive fight for the crown. Choreographer Jay Revell returns to coach the finalists through their all singing, all dancing final challenge, while Michelle Visage, Alan Carr, Graham Norton are on hand as RuPaul chooses his winner and awards the coveted title of UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar.
Series 4
RuPaul presides as twelve queens compete to be crowned the next Drag Race UK superstar.
Episode 1
Sep 22, 2022
Twelve fabulous new drag queens enter the werk room for the first time. Dame Joanna Lumley joins Michelle Visage and Graham Norton as RuPaul determines which queen is the first to go.
Episode 2
Sep 29, 2022
Girl Group week comes early! FKA twigs joins Ru, Michelle Visage and Graham Norton on the panel, and Cathy Dennis pops by to share her song writing wisdom.
Episode 3
Oct 06, 2022
Supermodel Leomie Anderson joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel as the queens tackle a bingo-themed design challenge.
Episode 4
Oct 13, 2022
The queens’ improv skills are tested as they star on Alan Carr’s chat show Catty Man. Queen of daytime TV Alison Hammond guest judges.
Episode 5
Oct 20, 2022
It’s Rusical week! Star of stage and screen Hannah Waddingham joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel as the curtain falls on another queen.
Episode 6
Oct 27, 2022
Strictly stars Tess Daly and AJ Odudu play the iconic Snatch Game, while Spice Girl Mel B joins RuPaul as his extra special guest judge alongside Michelle Visage and Alan Carr.
Makeover Challenge
Nov 03, 2022
It’s the return of the much-loved makeover challenge as the queens share the art of drag with six very special makeover subjects. Boy George and US Drag Race star Raven join the fun.
The Squirrel Games
Nov 10, 2022
The queens’ acting skills are tested as they star in a murderous twist on a reality TV classic. Celebrity chef Lorraine Pascale guest-judges alongside Michelle Visage and Alan Carr.
Comedy Queens
Nov 17, 2022
The queens' stand-up skills are tested as they campaign for a place in the grand finale. Comedy star Aisling Bea and actor and singer Olly Alexander guest-star.
Grand Finale
Nov 24, 2022
It’s the grand finale! Michelle Visage, Alan Carr, Graham Norton and the eliminated queens are all on hand as RuPaul crowns the UK’s next Drag Race superstar.
Series 5
A brand spanking new series of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK returns! Over the next ten weeks, a cast of fabulous new drag queens will compete for RuPaul’s seal of approval and the much coveted title of UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar.
Episode 1
Sep 28, 2023
A new cast of queens enter the workroom and RuPaul sets their first surprise challenge. Supermodel Kristen McMenamy, Michelle Visage and Alan Carr join Ru on the judging panel.
Episode 2
Oct 05, 2023
Editor of British Vogue Edward Enninful and Heartstopper star Yasmin Finney drop by to help RuPaul as the queens showcase their creative skill and style in the design challenge.
Episode 3
Oct 12, 2023
The queens take on a 90s rave banger for the girl group challenge. Pop legend Sophie Ellis-Bextor joins RuPaul, Michelle Visage and Graham Norton on the judging panel.
Episode 4
Oct 19, 2023
The queens attempt to make Mama Ru laugh her heels off with a masterclass in Love, Werk and Play. RuPaul's Drag Race fan and actor Suranne Jones joins the judging panel.
Episode 5
Oct 26, 2023
Prepare for panto - Drag Race style! It's Rusical week, and screen star Cush Jumbo joins the fun as guest judge alongside RuPaul, Michelle Visage and Graham Norton.
Episode 6
Nov 02, 2023
Carol Vorderman and Alexandra Burke play the iconic Snatch Game. Alexandra joins RuPaul, Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel to determine the fate of another queen.
Episode 7
Nov 09, 2023
The melodrama continues as the queens’ over acting skills are tested with romantic drama. Comedian Joel Dommett joins RuPaul, Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel.
Episode 8
Nov 16, 2023
The queens are tasked with giving drag makeovers to some extra special makeover subjects, and fashion doyenne Daphne Guinness joins RuPaul on the judging panel.
Episode 9
Nov 23, 2023
It's the semi-final! In a Gladiators-themed roast, our ru-maining contenders step into the ring and wrestle for a place in the finale. Comedian Aisling Bea joins as guest judge.
Episode 10
Nov 30, 2023
It’s the grand finale! Michelle Visage, Alan Carr, Graham Norton and the eliminated queens all return to bear witness as RuPaul crowns the UK’s next Drag Race Superstar.
Series 6
Mama Ru is back with a hot new cast of rambunctious drag queens ready to do battle for the crown! Over the next ten weeks, the queens compete in a range of spicy challenges designed to test their drag mettle as they bid for the coveted title of the UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar.
Cabaret Talent Show
Sep 26, 2024
A hot new cast of queens enter the werk room as RuPaul kicks off his legendary race. And ooh la la, Alison Goldfrapp, Michelle Visage and Alan Carr join Ru on the judging panel.
Stitch & Strut
Oct 03, 2024
Supermodel Kristen McMenamy joins Mama Ru, Michelle Visage and Graham Norton on the judging panel as the queens are asked to turn rags into riches for the iconic Design Challenge!
Brit-flicks
Oct 10, 2024
There's high drama and dirty laundry as the queens star in hot new Brit-flick romcoms! Duran Duran legend Simon Le Bon guest judges alongside Ru, Michelle Visage and Alan Carr.
Ghoul Power
Oct 17, 2024
The Girl Group Challenge gets a fiendish twist as the queens serve up a spooktacular Halloween monster banger! Pop stars Alexandra Burke and Mabel join in the fun and fabulosity.
Sofa Showdown
Oct 24, 2024
The queens take to the sofa for a special edition of The Graham Norton show, but who can serve the most charisma and star power? Steps star Claire Richards adds to the fabulosity.
Snatch Game
Oct 31, 2024
It’s an S Club party as Jon Lee and Rachel Stevens play the Snatch Game, and Amanda Holden joins the judging panel alongside her bestie, Alan Carr, RuPaul and Michelle Visage.
Pop of the Tops: Live - The Rusical
Nov 07, 2024
It’s Rusical week! Pop diva and West End star Beverley Knight joins Mama Ru, Michelle Visage, and Graham Norton on the judging panel as the curtain comes down on yet another queen.
All in the Drag Family
Nov 14, 2024
The queens are tasked with giving drag makeovers to some extra special subjects - their own family members. AJ Odudu joins RuPaul on the judging panel.
Send in the Clowns
Nov 21, 2024
It's the semi-finals! Derry Girls' Siobhan McSweeney joins Ru as he asks the queens to show off their best stand-up skills in a roast challenge to secure a place in the finale.
Grand Finale
Nov 28, 2024
It’s the grand finale! Michelle Visage, Alan Carr, Graham Norton and the eliminated queens are all on hand as RuPaul crowns the UK’s next Drag Race superstar.
Series 7
Rest Easy. Mama's back! Start your engines, as a brand new set of fabulous queens enter the werkroom, hoping to win Mama Ru's seal of approval and take home the crown.
Queens of the Brit Gala
Sep 25, 2025
A hot new cast of queens enter the werk room as RuPaul kicks off his legendary race. Joel Dommett joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel.
Rumble in the Jumble
Oct 02, 2025
Supermodel turned comedy star Michelle de Swarte joins Mama Ru, Michelle Visage and Graham Norton on the judging panel as the queens take on the iconic Design Challenge.
Battle of the Brats
Oct 09, 2025
The queens take on a hyperpop banger for the Girl Group challenge. Girls Aloud legend Nadine Coyle joins RuPaul, Michelle Visage and Graham Norton on the judging panel.
Sweety Darlings!
Oct 16, 2025
There’s bonk-busting drama as actor Jane Horrocks joins Ru, Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel, and the queens star in an absolutely fabulous acting challenge.
Talent Ahoy!
Oct 23, 2025
The queens take to the high seas for a cruise-themed talent show. Derry Girl Jamie-Lee O’Donnell joins RuPaul, Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel.
Peter Pansy: The Rusical
Oct 30, 2025
It’s Rusical week! West End musical theatre legend Mazz Murray joins Mama Ru, Michelle Visage and Graham Norton on the judging panel as the curtain comes down on yet another queen.
Snatch Me Out!
Nov 06, 2025
Susan Wokoma, Jordan North, Michelle Visage and Alan Carr all join Ru as the queens fight it out to prove they have the best celebrity dating and improv skills on Snatch Me Out!
The Hun Makeover
Nov 13, 2025
The queens give drag makeovers to hun legends Diane Parish, Shobna Gulati, Charlotte Church, Michelle McManus, Dani Harmer and David Potts. Mutya Buena joins the judging panel.
Comedy is a Bitch
Nov 20, 2025
It's the semi-finals! BAFTA winner Sophie Willan joins RuPaul as the queens to show off their best stand-up skills in a roast challenge to secure a place in the finale.
Sing for the Crown
Nov 27, 2025
It’s the grand finale! Michelle Visage, Alan Carr, Graham Norton and the eliminated queens are all on hand as RuPaul crowns the UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar.
Series Info
Status
Returning Series
Seasons
7
Episodes
68
Language
en
Networks
