RuPaul's Drag Race

10 Best Episodes of RuPaul's Drag Race

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.

Written by Sophie and last updated on apr 08, 2023.

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RuPaul's Drag Race - S9E12

#15 - Category Is (Season 9 - Episode 12)

The queens must write and perform a rap on RuPaul’s new hit single, and guest on RuPaul’s podcast with Michelle Visage. Style superstar Carson Kressley and the hilarious Ross Mathews guest judge.

The episode was rated 8.23 from 301 votes.

RuPaul's Drag Race - S7E8

#14 - Conjoined Queens (Season 7 - Episode 8)

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The queens pair up to give each other conjoined drag-twin makeovers. With guest judges LeAnn Rimes and Nelsan Ellis (True Blood's Lafayette).

The episode was rated 8.25 from 198 votes.

RuPaul's Drag Race - S6E5

#13 - Snatch Game (Season 6 - Episode 5)

The queens impersonate celebrities in a quick-witted TV game show. With guest judges Gillian Jacobs (Community) and Heather McDonald (Chelsea Lately).

The episode was rated 8.26 from 230 votes.

RuPaul's Drag Race - S5E9

#12 - Drama Queens (Season 5 - Episode 9)

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The competition gets spicy as the queens star in a sexy Latin telenovela acting challenge, Casa de Locos.

The episode was rated 8.26 from 172 votes.

RuPaul's Drag Race - S5E14

#11 - Reunited (Season 5 - Episode 14)

Wigs fly as the queens return to discuss the drama of the season.

The episode was rated 8.27 from 142 votes.

RuPaul's Drag Race - S8E10

#10 - Grand Finale (Season 8 - Episode 10)

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Tensions run high as the queens return to discuss the drama of the season. Plus, both "America's Next Drag Superstar" and "Miss Congeniality" are crowned.

The episode was rated 8.28 from 254 votes.

RuPaul's Drag Race - S5E11

#9 - Sugar Ball (Season 5 - Episode 11)

The race gets sticky and sweet, when the queens compete in a pageant of candy inspired couture.

The episode was rated 8.28 from 155 votes.

RuPaul's Drag Race - S15E12

#8 - Wigloose: The Rusical! (Season 15 - Episode 12)

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This season’s Rusical is set in the small town of West Bumtuck, where drag has been outlawed. An underground alliance forms to try and defeat the bigots. Country music sensation Orville Peck guest judges.

The episode was rated 8.28 from 88 votes.

RuPaul's Drag Race - S5E10

#7 - Super Troopers (Season 5 - Episode 10)

The dolls get patriotic, as they are paired up with gay veterans for a drag runway makeover.

The episode was rated 8.29 from 161 votes.

RuPaul's Drag Race - S6E12

#6 - Sissy That Walk (Season 6 - Episode 12)

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The queens compete in their final challenge - starring in the music video for RuPaul's hit "Sissy That Walk." With special guests Jamal Sims and Mathu Andersen.

The episode was rated 8.39 from 171 votes.

RuPaul's Drag Race - S6E8

#5 - Drag Queens of Comedy (Season 6 - Episode 8)

The queens must write and perform a stand-up comedy routine in front of a live audience. With guest judges Jaime Pressly (My Name Is Earl) and comedy writer Bruce Vilanch.

The episode was rated 8.39 from 203 votes.

RuPaul's Drag Race - S5E7

#4 - RuPaul Roast (Season 5 - Episode 7)

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The dolls comedy skills are put on the spot as they must roast RuPaul and the celebrity judges in front of a live audience.

The episode was rated 8.53 from 189 votes.

RuPaul's Drag Race - S9E14

#3 - Grand Finale (Season 9 - Episode 14)

In an epic, show-stopping finale, RuPaul crowns America’s Next Drag Superstar.

The episode was rated 8.55 from 317 votes.

RuPaul's Drag Race - S3E12

#2 - Jocks in Frocks (Season 3 - Episode 12)

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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.

The episode was rated 8.70 from 125 votes.

RuPaul's Drag Race - S6E14

#1 - Reunited! (Season 6 - Episode 14)

Wigs fly as the queens return to discuss the drama of the season. Plus, both "America's Next Drag Superstar" and "Miss Congeniality" are crowned.

The episode was rated 8.79 from 174 votes.

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