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The Best Episodes of Dance Moms

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The Best Episodes of Dance Moms

Dance Moms is an American dance reality series that debuted on Lifetime on July 13, 2011. Created by Collins Avenue Productions, it is set in...

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  1. Background image for Same Old Frenemies Part 1
    8.3/10(14 votes)

    #1 - Same Old Frenemies Part 1

    S7:E13

    Part 1 of 2. Abby hits a creative roadblock with the group routine for Nationals. Later, four girls are assigned solos, but two moms aren't happy that none of them are original members; Kendall premieres her music video; and a former ALDC dancer considers visiting her old teammates.

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  2. Background image for ALDC Ain't Dead Yet
    8.1/10(26 votes)

    #2 - ALDC Ain't Dead Yet

    S7:E8

    Abby takes the girls to a cemetery to get them in the spirit for a graveyard-inspired group routine.

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  3. Background image for Abby's Last Dance
    8.1/10(20 votes)

    #3 - Abby's Last Dance

    S7:E28

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  4. Background image for No Clowning Around
    8.0/10(13 votes)

    #4 - No Clowning Around

    S7:E6

    With Nationals only six weeks away, the mothers begin to worry about the ever-changing team, Nia gets her first solo, Abby gives two new dancers a chance to shine and the veteran mothers go on the attack when a new mother insults their children.

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  5. Background image for Abby Flies the Coop
    7.8/10(12 votes)

    #5 - Abby Flies the Coop

    S7:E16

    The moms dispute with Abby over a vegan-inspired routine, while Kendall, Brynn and Kalani compete with head-to-head solos. Also: the team says goodbye to Abby for possibly the last time when she decides to head to Europe one week before her sentencing, making the moms question the future of the ALDC.

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  6. Background image for Everyone's Replaceable
    7.7/10(102 votes)

    #6 - Everyone's Replaceable

    S2:E1

    Abby holds an open audition for her dance group; Holly's career schedule forces her to miss Nia's rehearsals and competitions; Abby must come to terms with Chloe's growing success.

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    7.7/10(15 votes)

    #7 - Battle of the Blondes

    S7:E9

    The ALDC's revolving door continues as Abby auditions a new dancer to be a part of the "Great 8" team heading to Nationals. Brynn, Lilly, and Maesi all go head-to-head with solos. And, the moms are hopeful the new dancer will complete the team, but Ashlee thinks otherwise when her mom insults Brynn

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  9. Background image for Same Old Frenemies Part 2
    7.7/10(21 votes)

    #8 - Same Old Frenemies Part 2

    S7:E14

    Conclusion. In the Season 7 finale, the ALDC compete against the Candy Apples for the title of National Champions. Later, Abby has a breakdown; and an unexpected guest surprises the team.

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  10. Background image for Out with Abby, In with Chloe - Part 1
    7.7/10(13 votes)

    #9 - Out with Abby, In with Chloe - Part 1

    S7:E17

    With Abby away and her sentencing looming over everyone's head, the moms bring in world-renowned choreographer, Laurieann Gibson. Laurieann's intensity and passion shakes things up at the ALDC, but will her unique methods and choreography be enough to win? Meanwhile, ex-ALDC member Chloe returns to the competition world for the first time in two years to dance against her former teammates.

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  11. Background image for Reunion, Part 2
    7.6/10(44 votes)

    #10 - Reunion, Part 2

    S2:E28

    After the most tumultuous dance competition season ever, Abby and the Dance Moms reunite on stage to set the record straight. Unfiltered and unleashed, everyone gets the chance to tell each other what they really think... May the best Dance Mom win. Part 2 of 2.

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  12. Background image for The Best Is Yet to Come
    7.6/10(14 votes)

    #11 - The Best Is Yet to Come

    S7:E27

    Emotions run high as the team prepares for their final Nationals competition as the Irreplaceables. With four solos, the girls go head-to-head to see who can come out on top as the National title winner. As this chapter comes to an end, the moms and girls all contemplate what their future holds.

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  13. Background image for Chloe & Christi's Encore
    7.6/10(17 votes)

    #12 - Chloe & Christi's Encore

    S7:E29

    Dance Moms favorites Christi and Chloe set the record straight on some of the show’s most memorable moments and reveal their side of the story of why they quit, why they returned and what it was like being away for over two years.

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    7.5/10(18 votes)

    #13 - Abby's Worst Nightmare

    S7:E2

    Abby and the ALDC bring an edgy group routine, inspired by Kalani’s 16th birthday, to this week’s competition hoping to overtake Cathy and her Candy Apples for the second week in a row. Kendall dances a Maddie-esque solo determined to beat Nicaya.

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  15. Background image for New Kid on the Block
    7.5/10(17 votes)

    #14 - New Kid on the Block

    S7:E5

    Abby brings in a new dancer with an eccentric mother; Abby encourages Brynn to lead Kalani and Kendall in their trio; the mothers are nervous when Abby assigns the first hip-hop routine since the elites walked out.

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  16. Background image for There's a New Team in Town (Part 1)
    7.5/10(15 votes)

    #15 - There's a New Team in Town (Part 1)

    S7:E23

    The Irreplaceables and the ALDC go head to head at a competition for the first time; Abby's team competes with a fan-favorite group number; the older girls shock the audience with a mature routine.

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  17. Background image for There's Only One Star
    7.4/10(71 votes)

    #16 - There's Only One Star

    S1:E12

    Abby brings everyone back to Los Angeles and the girls audition and are cast for a music video. The girls compete against each other because only one girl can be cast as the lead in the video. The directors end up casting Chloe as the lead because she looks the part.

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  18. Background image for Return of the Rotten Apples
    7.4/10(17 votes)

    #17 - Return of the Rotten Apples

    S7:E3

    Abby and the ALDC bring an edgy group routine, inspired by Kalani’s 16th birthday, to this week’s competition hoping to overtake Cathy and her Candy Apples for the second week in a row. Kendall dances a Maddie-esque solo determined to beat Nicaya.

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  19. Background image for Ashlee's Big Decision Part 1
    7.4/10(13 votes)

    #18 - Ashlee's Big Decision Part 1

    S7:E21

    Abby makes an unexpected return to her studio; Chloe performs for the first time in front of Abby in two years, but struggles with missing her old teammates; Ashlee makes a decision that shocks the group.

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  20. Background image for Under Cheryl's Spell
    7.4/10(14 votes)

    #19 - Under Cheryl's Spell

    S7:E26

    Cheryl adds an old rival to the team, but the mothers are not happy with sharing the spotlight; Kalani suffers a catastrophic injury, putting her solo and the group routine in jeopardy; the pressure of winning brings Camryn to her breaking point.

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  21. Background image for Cheerleader Blues
    7.3/10(82 votes)

    #20 - Cheerleader Blues

    S1:E3

    The Dance Moms need to win this week's competition to stay in the game, but chaos ensues when Mom Kelly's daughter wants to drop out of dance as she hurts her hip and she wants to be a cheerleader. Kelly convinces her daughter to stay in dance, pushing her so far that it may cause permanent injuries.

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  22. Background image for The Beginning of the End
    7.3/10(75 votes)

    #21 - The Beginning of the End

    S3:E1

    The new competition season is underway, but Abby is extremely disappointed in the girls because they blew off dance class during the break. So, Abby holds an open audition to bring new blood to the team hoping to replace Brooke and Paige and teach the girls a lesson. To everyone's dismay, Abby welcomes new dancer Ally and new mom Shelly to the group. The whole team misses Kelly, Brooke and Paige, but they soldier on to compete at In10sity Dance in Denver. Abby also pits Chloe and Maddie head-to-head, putting a lot of pressure on Chloe who just beat Maddie out of a national title.

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  23. Background image for Stamina, Stamina, Stamina
    7.3/10(13 votes)

    #22 - Stamina, Stamina, Stamina

    S7:E20

    Laurieann Gibson returns and is more determined than ever to win. With two duets and a group, the girls struggle with stamina as well as their new leader’s cutthroat attitude. Laurieann loses her patience with the moms.

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  24. Background image for Love On The Dance Floor
    7.2/10(65 votes)

    #23 - Love On The Dance Floor

    S1:E8

    Abby plays cupid with Brooke and her duet partner.

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  25. Background image for Night of the Living Dancers
    7.2/10(41 votes)

    #24 - Night of the Living Dancers

    S2:E15

    Kelly makes a drastic decision moments before her daughters take the stage; Maddie struggles to find confidence; Holly tries to create elaborate costumes for a group number.

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  26. Background image for The Fresno Curse
    7.2/10(17 votes)

    #25 - The Fresno Curse

    S7:E7

    Abby and the ALDC try to break the long standing losing streak in Fresno, CA. Holly's nerves are frayed when Abby announces the theme for a controversial and racially-charged group dance. Meanwhile, Elliana and Maesi's duet brings out the worst in Yolanda and Jamie's already toxic relationship.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Same Old Frenemies Part 1" is the best rated episode of "Dance Moms". It scored 8.3/10 based on 14 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/21/2017. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "ALDC Ain't Dead Yet".