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The Best Episodes of Dancing with the Stars Season 23

Every episode of Dancing with the Stars Season 23 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Dancing with the Stars Season 23!

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...
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Season 23 Ratings Summary

"Week 1 Fall 2016" is the best rated episode of "Dancing with the Stars" season 23. It scored 7.5/10 based on 25 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 9/12/2016. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Week 2: TV Night".

  • Week 1 Fall 2016
    7.5/1025 votes

    #1 - Week 1 Fall 2016

    Season 23 Episode 1 - Aired 9/12/2016

    Dancing with the Stars is back with its most dynamic cast yet and ready to hit the ballroom floor. Each couple will perform a Jive, Foxtrot, Cha Cha or Viennese Waltz, vying for America's vote for the first time.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Week 2: TV Night
    7.7/1020 votes

    #2 - Week 2: TV Night

    Season 23 Episode 2 - Aired 9/19/2016

    The 13 celebrities dance to some of the most beloved television theme songs from the past and present. Each couple will perform a cha cha, Argentine Tango, jive, Paso Doble, tango, quickstep or Viennese Waltz, vying for America's vote.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Week 2: Results Show
    7.8/1022 votes

    #3 - Week 2: Results Show

    Season 23 Episode 3 - Aired 9/20/2016

    The first elimination of the season takes place, based on combined viewer and judges' scores from weeks 1 and 2.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Week 3: Face Off Night
    7.8/1023 votes

    #4 - Week 3: Face Off Night

    Season 23 Episode 4 - Aired 9/26/2016

    An exciting, brand-new theme night comes to the show, as the 12 remaining celebrities find themselves pitted against each other in a quest to keep themselves immune from elimination, as Face Off night comes to "Dancing with the Stars." Two couples will each be tasked with dancing the same dance style, but to different songs.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Week 3: Results Show
    8.2/1022 votes

    #5 - Week 3: Results Show

    Season 23 Episode 5 - Aired 9/27/2016

    Florida Georgia Line, CMA Award winners for Vocal Duo of the Year, will perform their number one hits "Cruise" and "H.O.L.Y.," and Fitz and The Tantrums will perform "HandClap," from their self-titled album. Viewers will also have a chance to see the couples' dances from the previous night one more time. The show will be packed with never-before-seen footage, including extended training packages, exclusive interviews with the couples and judge, and the second elimination of the season takes place.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Week 4: Cirque du Soleil Night
    8.4/1022 votes

    #6 - Week 4: Cirque du Soleil Night

    Season 23 Episode 6 - Aired 10/3/2016

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Week 4: Results Show
    8.1/1021 votes

    #7 - Week 4: Results Show

    Season 23 Episode 7 - Aired 10/4/2016

    A surprise double elimination takes place and DNCE performs their new single.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Week 5: Most Memorable Year
    8.1/1023 votes

    #8 - Week 5: Most Memorable Year

    Season 23 Episode 8 - Aired 10/10/2016

    The nine remaining celebrities will set out to leave a lasting impression with their dances as they commemorate their most memorable year.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Week 6: Latin Night
    8.4/1024 votes

    #9 - Week 6: Latin Night

    Season 23 Episode 9 - Aired 10/17/2016

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Week 7: Eras Night
    8.1/1019 votes

    #10 - Week 7: Eras Night

    Season 23 Episode 10 - Aired 10/24/2016

    The eight remaining celebrities dance to popular songs throughout the decades.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Week 8: Halloween Night
    8.8/1022 votes

    #11 - Week 8: Halloween Night

    Season 23 Episode 11 - Aired 10/31/2016

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Week 9: Showstoppers Night
    8.7/1027 votes

    #12 - Week 9: Showstoppers Night

    Season 23 Episode 12 - Aired 11/7/2016

    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.”

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Week 10: Semi-Finals
    9.0/1018 votes

    #13 - Week 10: Semi-Finals

    Season 23 Episode 13 - Aired 11/14/2016

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Week 11: Finals Pt. 1
    8.8/1018 votes

    #14 - Week 11: Finals Pt. 1

    Season 23 Episode 14 - Aired 11/21/2016

    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.”

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Week 11: Finals Pt. 2
    8.9/1016 votes

    #15 - Week 11: Finals Pt. 2

    Season 23 Episode 15 - Aired 11/22/2016

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A