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The Best Episodes of Dance Moms Season 7

Every episode of Dance Moms Season 7 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Dance Moms Season 7!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 1 - Fight for Your Life
    6.7/10(25 votes)

    #1 - Fight for Your Life

    S7:E1

    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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  2. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 2 - Abby's Worst Nightmare
    7.0/10(19 votes)

    #2 - 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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  3. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 3 - Return of the Rotten Apples
    7.0/10(19 votes)

    #3 - 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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  4. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 4 - Winner Takes All
    6.1/10(15 votes)

    #4 - Winner Takes All

    S7:E4

    Abby challenges Daviana and Kalani to one of the toughest head-to-head solo showdowns ever. And, old tensions erupt when two minis rejoin the team and compete for a spot in the group dance. In a shocking move, Abby eliminates one dancer from her super team.

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  5. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 5 - New Kid on the Block
    7.1/10(18 votes)

    #5 - 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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  6. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 6 - No Clowning Around
    7.3/10(14 votes)

    #6 - 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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  7. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 7 - The Fresno Curse
    6.7/10(18 votes)

    #7 - 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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  8. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 8 - ALDC Ain't Dead Yet
    7.7/10(27 votes)

    #8 - 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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  9. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 9 - Battle of the Blondes
    7.2/10(16 votes)

    #9 - 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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  10. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 10 - Breathless in Denver
    6.6/10(17 votes)

    #10 - Breathless in Denver

    S7:E10

    The ALDC travels to Denver where both the stakes and the altitude are high! For the first time this season Kalani, Kendall and Nia all dance competing solos. Much to the elite's dismay, the minis are in a technically complicated group dance, and the moms once again wonder if this addition will ruin their winning streak heading into Nationals.

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  11. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 11 - Leaving La La Land
    6.3/10(14 votes)

    #11 - Leaving La La Land

    S7:E11

    The ALDC spend their last week in Los Angeles before traveling to Pittsburgh for Nationals; and the elite team struggle with a difficult routine and a negligent coach. Later, Kendall shoots a new music video.

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  12. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 12 - It's Not Always Sunny In Pittsburgh
    6.6/10(13 votes)

    #12 - It's Not Always Sunny In Pittsburgh

    S7:E12

    The team returns to Pittsburgh, but the stress of proving themselves on the East Coast leads to some of the most explosive battles between the moms all season.

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  13. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 13 - Same Old Frenemies Part 1
    7.1/10(16 votes)

    #13 - 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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  14. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 14 - Same Old Frenemies Part 2
    7.3/10(22 votes)

    #14 - 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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  15. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 15 - Judgment Day Approaches
    5.0/10(17 votes)

    #15 - Judgment Day Approaches

    S7:E15

    It's the first week back and the news quickly spreads that Abby's court sentencing is just two weeks away. With the clock ticking, the moms are desperate to know what Abby's plans are for the future, but Abby's total denial creates havoc for the team. Instead of focusing on her own court case, Abby creates a group dance centered around Ashlee and Brynn's family court battle, forcing Brynn to face emotionally charged subject matter through dance.

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  16. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 16 - Abby Flies the Coop
    7.0/10(13 votes)

    #16 - 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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  17. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 17 - Out with Abby, In with Chloe - Part 1
    7.0/10(14 votes)

    #17 - 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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  18. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 18 - Out With Abby, In With Chloe - Part 2
    6.6/10(18 votes)

    #18 - Out With Abby, In With Chloe - Part 2

    S7:E18

    Part 2. 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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  19. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 19 - All Choked Up
    6.6/10(15 votes)

    #19 - All Choked Up

    S7:E19

    With Abby gone, Laurieann pushes the girls to do professional-level choreography. Kalani and Brynn compete in head-to-head solos. The group routine focuses on an issue that results in a fight between two jealous moms.

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  20. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 20 - Stamina, Stamina, Stamina
    6.7/10(14 votes)

    #20 - 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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  21. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 21 - Ashlee's Big Decision, Part 1
    6.8/10(14 votes)

    #21 - 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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  22. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 22 - Ashlee's Big Decision, Part 2
    6.7/10(16 votes)

    #22 - Ashlee's Big Decision, Part 2

    S7:E22

    In part 2, Abby makes an unexpected return to her studio, but not everyone on the team is happy about it. 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 sends shockwaves through the group, and after an unexpected series of events, the team will never be the same.

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  23. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 23 - There's a New Team in Town, Part 1
    6.9/10(16 votes)

    #23 - 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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  24. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 24 - There's a New Team in Town, Part 2
    6.5/10(17 votes)

    #24 - There's a New Team in Town, Part 2

    S7:E24

    The Irreplaceables and The ALDC go head-to-head at competition for the first time. Abby's team competes a fan-favorite group number while the older girls shock the audience with a mature routine that causes an uproar from Abby and her minions.

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  25. Dance Moms Season 7 Episode 25 - Everyone's Replaceable ... Even Abby
    5.9/10(21 votes)

    #25 - Everyone's Replaceable ... Even Abby

    S7:E25

    The Irreplaceables and the ALDC both find new choreographers to take Abby's place; Cheryl Burke works with the Irreplaceables; the girls' insecurities and their mothers prove to be a struggle for Cheryl; the ALDC struggles to stay together.

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Season 7 Ratings Summary

"Fight for Your Life" is the best rated episode of "Dance Moms" season 7. It scored 6.7/10 based on 25 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/29/2016. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Abby's Worst Nightmare".