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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!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Dancing with the Stars Season 23 Episode 13 - Week 10: Semi-Finals
    8.9/10(20 votes)

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. Dancing with the Stars Season 23 Episode 15 - Week 11: Finals Pt. 2
    8.8/10(18 votes)

    S23:E15

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Dancing with the Stars Season 23 Episode 11 - Week 8: Halloween Night
    8.7/10(24 votes)

    S23:E11

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Dancing with the Stars Season 23 Episode 14 - Week 11: Finals Pt. 1
    8.7/10(20 votes)

    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.”

    Director:Unknown
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  5. Dancing with the Stars Season 23 Episode 12 - Week 9: Showstoppers Night
    8.6/10(29 votes)

    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.”

    Director:Unknown
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  6. Dancing with the Stars Season 23 Episode 6 - Week 4: Cirque du Soleil Night
    8.3/10(24 votes)

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Dancing with the Stars Season 23 Episode 9 - Week 6: Latin Night
    8.3/10(26 votes)

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. Dancing with the Stars Season 23 Episode 5 - Week 3: Results Show
    8.2/10(24 votes)

    S23:E5

    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:Unknown
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  9. Dancing with the Stars Season 23 Episode 10 - Week 7: Eras Night
    8.1/10(21 votes)

    S23:E10

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

    Director:Unknown
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  10. Dancing with the Stars Season 23 Episode 7 - Week 4: Results Show
    8.0/10(23 votes)

    S23:E7

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

    Director:Unknown
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  11. Dancing with the Stars Season 23 Episode 8 - Week 5: Most Memorable Year
    8.0/10(25 votes)

    S23:E8

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

    Director:Unknown
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  12. Dancing with the Stars Season 23 Episode 4 - Week 3: Face Off Night
    7.8/10(25 votes)

    S23:E4

    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:Unknown
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  13. Dancing with the Stars Season 23 Episode 2 - Week 2: TV Night
    7.7/10(23 votes)

    S23:E2

    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:Unknown
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  14. Dancing with the Stars Season 23 Episode 3 - Week 2: Results Show
    7.7/10(24 votes)

    S23:E3

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

    Director:Unknown
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  15. Dancing with the Stars Season 23 Episode 1 - Week 1 Fall 2016
    7.5/10(28 votes)

    S23:E1

    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:Unknown
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Season 23 Ratings Summary

"Week 10: Semi-Finals" is the best rated episode of "Dancing with the Stars" season 23. It scored 8.9/10 based on 20 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/14/2016. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Week 11: Finals Pt. 2".