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The Best Episodes of Dance Moms

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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 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, at the Abby Lee Dance Company, and follows

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    Dance Moms Season 1 Episode 1 - The Competition Begins
    10.0/10(2 votes)

    #1 - The Competition Begins

    S1:E1

    Meet the dance instructor Abby Lee Miller, the dance moms and their daughters as the competition season begins and they travel from Pittsburgh to Phoenix.

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  2. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 8 - ALDC Ain't Dead Yet
    10.0/10(1 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. Dance Moms Season 3 Episode 22 - Two Girls, One Solo
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - Two Girls, One Solo

    S3:E22

    Abby decides to have Maddie and Chloe dance the exact same solo shocking the moms to see who really is the best dancer at the Abby Lee Dance Company. Chloe ends up winning first, and Maddie ends up taking second. Abby Is upset with Maddie losing, she go to the competion director and tells them the counted it wrong, the director comes in an gives Maddie first and Chloe second. Abby then lies saying the director pointed the mistake out but when the director comes back in the room and thanks abby for pointing out the mistakes the moms look horrified. Asia and Mackenzie go head to head as well, but Asia comes in first, while Macknenzie places second. After last week's big fight Christi and Kelly find that their friendship will never be the same again. Abby notices this and makes the two go down stares and die the pink ribbon together alone. Meanwhile, the theme of the group dance causes Abby to have painful memories to Abby and the moms.

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  4. Dance Moms Season 3 Episode 3 - But I'm a National Champion!
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #4 - But I'm a National Champion!

    S3:E3

    The real moms are back and the replacements are out, with the exception of one, Sophia Lucia.

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  5. Dance Moms Season 3 Episode 15 - The Politics of Dancing
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - The Politics of Dancing

    S3:E15

    In this patriotic episode, Abby assigns the girls dances inspired by the political state of America, but all is not fair in politics...especially in the dance world. Maddie and Chloe compete head-to-head and continuing with the political theme Abby has the Abby Lee Dance Company vote on who gave the best performance. Forced to sit on the sidelines, injured Mackenzie must watch her coveted spot on the team be taken over by ALDC's newest little powerhouse, Asia.

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  6. Dance Moms Season 3 Episode 32 - Gone, Abby Gone
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #6 - Gone, Abby Gone

    S3:E32

    Kelly sneaks her children back into Abby Lee Dance Company; Brooke's return threatens Payton's position on the team; Maddie helps to make a girl's dream come true.

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  7. Dance Moms Season 2 Episode 4 - No One Likes A Bully
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #7 - No One Likes A Bully

    S2:E4

    Abby choreographs a bully-themed dance; Abby replaces Brooke with Payton. Abby puts Jill, Kendall, Leslie, and Payton all on probation as they batttle for the one spot on ALDC. Payton ruined her chances with staying on their dance team by making a rude comment to the group stating that she is better than all the other dancers because she is the oldest. Jill doesn't think Payton should be on the team because she is too tall and stands out from the other girls. Their group dance "What Comes Around" places 1st in the age group but it is not seen on the show.

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  8. Dance Moms Season 3 Episode 10 - All's Fair in Love and War
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #8 - All's Fair in Love and War

    S3:E10

    The Abby Lee Dance Company heads to New Jersey with a group number all about love. Before they leave for the competition, the moms take Abby speed dating in the hopes that if she found a man, she would be nicer to the girls. Jill's competitive side rears its ugly head when she tries to get Kendall private lessons so she can outshine Nia in their duet.

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  9. Dance Moms Season 3 Episode 17 - The View from the Top
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #9 - The View from the Top

    S3:E17

    The team hits the Big Apple not only for a competition, but also for a very special surprise. Abby has been invited to co-host "The View" where the girls will perform their winning dance "The Last Text," however, Abby wrestles with the decision to replace injured Mackenzie with newcomer Asia. Of course, Cathy and her Candy Apples are also in the city, where they are holding open auditions to add another member to their winning team.

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  10. Dance Moms Season 3 Episode 31 - The Dancing Dead
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #10 - The Dancing Dead

    S3:E31

    Abby receives the remains of her beloved dog, Broadway Baby; Kelly secretly meets with the mothers; Maddie's star continues to fall, while Nia's is on the rise.

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  11. Dance Moms Season 1 Episode 2 - Wildly Inappropriate
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #11 - Wildly Inappropriate

    S1:E2

    The Dance Moms allow their girls to wear outfits at the competition that are revealing and the scandal threatens to bring down the house. Abby's attempt to turn up the competition heat blows the audience away with what some may call an inappropriate dance number. She hopes it will give them their next big win. But it could backfire.

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  12. Dance Moms Season 1 Episode 3 - Cheerleader Blues
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #12 - 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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  13. Dance Moms Season 1 Episode 4 - Stealing the Show
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #13 - Stealing the Show

    S1:E4

    Abby gives each girl a solo dance for their next competition. However, she gives two solos to her star dancer, Maddie, clearly providing her with an advantage over the others. Christi has seen this too many times and lashes out at Abby in uncontrollable fury.

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  14. Dance Moms Season 1 Episode 5 - When Stars Collide
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #14 - When Stars Collide

    S1:E5

    The Abby Lee Dance Company is on the edge after learning that a big Broadway casting director will attend their annual showcase, an exhibition in which she shows off her accomplished dancers. Abby's desire to push the girls to the max could have catastrophic effects if they don't do their best.

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  15. Dance Moms Season 1 Episode 6 - Dying to Dance
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #15 - Dying to Dance

    S1:E6

    On their way to a big competition, Christi finds out that her grandmother has been admitted into a hospital. She now must choose whether to go to the hospital to sit by her grandmother's side or go to the dance competition.

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  16. Dance Moms Season 1 Episode 7 - She's a Fighter
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #16 - She's a Fighter

    S1:E7

    Abby's typecasting of Nia sends Holly over the edge. Meanwhile, minister Dawn returns to the Abby Lee Dance Company and Abby is fully prepared for any heated argument that might erupt.

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  17. Dance Moms Season 1 Episode 8 - Love On The Dance Floor
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #17 - Love On The Dance Floor

    S1:E8

    Abby plays cupid with Brooke and her duet partner.

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  18. Dance Moms Season 1 Episode 9 - From Ballerinas to Showgirls
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #18 - From Ballerinas to Showgirls

    S1:E9

    Chloe finds herself at the top of Abby's pyramid; Cathy prepares her dancers to compete against Abby's dancers.

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  19. Dance Moms Season 1 Episode 10 - Cathy Brings It On!
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #19 - Cathy Brings It On!

    S1:E10

    Kelly secretly hires choreographers to give Brooke and Paige an edge; Cathy's dancers arrive to go head to head against Abby's dancers.

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  20. Dance Moms Season 1 Episode 11 - It All Ends Here
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #20 - It All Ends Here

    S1:E11

    After competing all season, it all boils down to the National Title Competition. Abby's dancers have been on a losing streak and this is their last chance to prove they can win. Meanwhile, Melissa leaves the competition early to go on vacation. Her ex-husband, Kurt, steps in as a "Dance Dad", sending Melissa into a panic.

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  21. Dance Moms Season 1 Episode 12 - There's Only One Star
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #21 - 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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  22. Dance Moms Season 1 Episode 13 - Most Outrageous Moments
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #22 - Most Outrageous Moments

    S1:E13

    A one-hour special hosted by the series' infamous dance instructor Abby Lee Miller counting down this season's most talked-about highlights and best moments. The show will also include never-before-seen footage of the cast!

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  23. Dance Moms Season 2 Episode 1 - Everyone's Replaceable
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #23 - 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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  24. Dance Moms Season 2 Episode 2 - Return of the Candy Apples
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #24 - Return of the Candy Apples

    S2:E2

    Abby's dancers compete against Cathy's Candy Apples but Cathy sets a trap for the moms by inviting them to an anonymous cocktail party.

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  25. Dance Moms Season 2 Episode 3 - Brooke's Turning Point
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #25 - Brooke's Turning Point

    S2:E3

    Brooke tries out for cheerleading leaving Abby and the other dancers in the lurch the day before a big competition. Their group dance "Born to Dance" places 1st.

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Competition Begins" is the best rated episode of "Dance Moms". It scored 10/10 based on 2 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/13/2011. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "ALDC Ain't Dead Yet".