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The Best Episodes of Dancing with the Stars

Every episode of Dancing with the Stars ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Dancing with the Stars!

The Best Episodes of Dancing with the Stars

The competition sees celebrities perform choreographed dance routines which are judged by a panel of renowned ballroom experts and voted on by viewers. Enjoy sizzling...
  1. Background image for Finale
    9.3/10(34 votes)

    #1 - Finale

    S32:E11

    Five couples compete for a chance at winning the coveted "Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy"; the finalists perform a redemption dance and an unforgettable freestyle routine.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for Stars' Stories Week: Most Memorable Year
    9.1/10(36 votes)

    #2 - Stars' Stories Week: Most Memorable Year

    S31:E5

    The contestants perform emotional routines that represent the most impactful years of their lives.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  3. Background image for Week 10: Semi-Finals
    8.9/10(19 votes)

    #3 - Week 10: Semi-Finals

    S23:E13

    The five remaining couples advance to the Semi-Finals in one of the show's tightest competitions ever. Each couple will dance two dances - one being a style the couple has not danced to yet, and the second being a Trio Dance, in which each celebrity couple will dance with a third dancer.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  4. Background image for Week 11: Finals Pt. 2
    8.8/10(17 votes)

    #4 - Week 11: Finals Pt. 2

    S23:E15

    All 13 couples rejoin for a high-energy opening number, and the Season 23 champion is crowned.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  5. Background image for Week 8: Halloween Night
    8.7/10(23 votes)

    #5 - Week 8: Halloween Night

    S23:E11

    The seven remaining couples compete on a Halloween-themed night.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  6. Background image for Week 11: Finals Pt. 1
    8.7/10(19 votes)

    #6 - Week 11: Finals Pt. 1

    S23:E14

    The four finalists each perform two dances – a Redemption Style dance, and a freestyle dance. In addition, Grammy Award-winning Train performs, plus a special performance from the upcoming movie “La La Land.”

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  8. Background image for Week 4: Most Memorable Year Night
    8.7/10(25 votes)

    #7 - Week 4: Most Memorable Year Night

    S25:E5

    The 11 remaining celebrities dance to celebrate those things in life that give them pleasure. Each couple will perform a cha cha, Argentine tango, samba, Charleston, jive, jazz, Viennese waltz, salsa or quickstep, vying for America’s vote. At the end of the night, one couple will be eliminated.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  9. Background image for Week 9: Showstoppers Night
    8.6/10(28 votes)

    #8 - Week 9: Showstoppers Night

    S23:E12

    The six remaining celebrities will dance two show-stopping dances – one from some of the hottest Broadway musicals, and a second where they are paired up for a “Team-Up Challenge.”

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  10. Background image for Grease Night
    8.6/10(34 votes)

    #9 - Grease Night

    S30:E6

    11 celebrity and pro-dancer couples take on performances inspired by "Grease".

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  11. Background image for Stars' Stories Week: Prom Night
    8.6/10(31 votes)

    #10 - Stars' Stories Week: Prom Night

    S31:E6

    The two-night event continues as 11 remaining couples perform to hits from their high school proms.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  12. Background image for Most Memorable Year
    8.6/10(34 votes)

    #11 - Most Memorable Year

    S32:E5

    The 10 remaining couples take a moment to reminisce as they perform dances inspired by a pivotal year that held great significance in their lives.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  13. Background image for The Finals: Part Two
    8.5/10(18 votes)

    #12 - The Finals: Part Two

    S19:E14

    Results from last night's show are seen and the winning dance team is announced!

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  14. Background image for Week 7: A Night at the Movies
    8.5/10(22 votes)

    #13 - Week 7: A Night at the Movies

    S24:E7

    Mandy Moore kicks off the night with an exciting opening number, then each couple will attempt to capture the spirit of a specific movie genre. As an added bonus, Dove Cameron, Cameron Boyce, Sofia Carson and Booboo Stewart perform a “Descendants”-themed medley.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  15. Background image for Disney Week: Heroes Night
    8.5/10(34 votes)

    #14 - Disney Week: Heroes Night

    S30:E4

    The 13 remaining couples performing choreographed numbers inspired by Disney Heroes.

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    Director:Unknown
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  16. Background image for Janet Jackson Night
    8.5/10(27 votes)

    #15 - Janet Jackson Night

    S30:E9

    This season's eight remaining couples return to the ballroom for a star-studded Janet Jackson Night. There will also be a double elimination as the couples battle it out to make it into next week's semifinals.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  17. Background image for A Celebration of Taylor Swift
    8.5/10(40 votes)

    #16 - A Celebration of Taylor Swift

    S32:E9

    The six remaining couples dance to the music of Taylor Swift; guest judge Mandy Moore.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  18. Background image for Semi-Finals
    8.5/10(36 votes)

    #17 - Semi-Finals

    S32:E10

    Each of the five couples take the stage to showcase two all-new performances as they fight for a spot in the finale.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  19. Background image for Episode 9
    8.4/10(19 votes)

    #18 - Episode 9

    S14:E9

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  20. Background image for Week 5: Disney Night
    8.4/10(38 votes)

    #19 - Week 5: Disney Night

    S27:E7

    The nine remaining celebrities put on their Mickey ears and get ready to transform into some of their favorite Disney characters and perform to songs from classic Disney films.

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    Director:Unknown
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  21. Background image for Queen Night
    8.4/10(25 votes)

    #20 - Queen Night

    S30:E8

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  22. Background image for Whitney Houston Night
    8.4/10(32 votes)

    #21 - Whitney Houston Night

    S32:E8

    The seven remaining couples dance to hit songs from one of the bestselling music artists of all time, Whitney Houston; guest judge Billy Porter.

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    Director:Unknown
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  23. Background image for Week 4: Cirque du Soleil Night
    8.3/10(23 votes)

    #22 - Week 4: Cirque du Soleil Night

    S23:E6

    The 11 remaining teams perform a dance inspired by a Cirque du Soleil show, while Cirque du Soleil acrobats, aerialists, dancers and fire stick performers perform alongside them.

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    Director:Unknown
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  24. Background image for Week 6: Latin Night
    8.3/10(25 votes)

    #23 - Week 6: Latin Night

    S23:E9

    The nine remaining celebrities ready themselves for Latin Night, with each celebrity performing either a rumba, salsa, samba, paso doble, cha cha or Argentine tango. Plus, Pitbull performs and joins as a guest judge.

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    Director:Unknown
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  25. Background image for Semi-Finals
    8.3/10(27 votes)

    #24 - Semi-Finals

    S28:E10

    The celebrities repeat a style of dance they struggled with earlier in the season, then they perform a style they haven't done before.

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    Director:Unknown
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  26. Background image for Disney Week: Villains Night
    8.3/10(38 votes)

    #25 - Disney Week: Villains Night

    S30:E5

    The celebrities and their partners will put on a wickedly good show inspired by Disney Villains.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

Best Episodes Summary

"Finale" is the best rated episode of "Dancing with the Stars". It scored 9.3/10 based on 34 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/5/2023. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Stars' Stories Week: Most Memorable Year".