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The Best Episodes of RuPaul's Drag Race

Every episode of RuPaul's Drag Race ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of RuPaul's Drag Race!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16 Episode 15 - LipSync Lalaparuza Smackdown Reunited
    9.4/10(1245 votes)

    #1 - LipSync Lalaparuza Smackdown Reunited

    S16:E15

    All the eliminated queens return to battle it out in a LipSync Lalaparuza Smackdown, with nine lip syncs and a cash prize of $50,000 on the line.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 9 Episode 14 - Grand Finale
    9.3/10(927 votes)

    #2 - Grand Finale

    S9:E14

    In an epic, show-stopping finale, RuPaul crowns America’s Next Drag Superstar.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 5 Episode 7 - RuPaul Roast
    9.2/10(621 votes)

    #3 - RuPaul Roast

    S5:E7

    The dolls comedy skills are put on the spot as they must roast RuPaul and the celebrity judges in front of a live audience.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 6 Episode 5 - Snatch Game
    9.2/10(767 votes)

    #4 - Snatch Game

    S6:E5

    The queens impersonate celebrities in a quick-witted TV game show. With guest judges Gillian Jacobs (Community) and Heather McDonald (Chelsea Lately).

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 14 Episode 12 - Moulin Ru: The Rusical
    9.2/10(1336 votes)

    #5 - Moulin Ru: The Rusical

    S14:E12

    The queens go to Gay Paree, in the romantic musical, Moulin Ru; singer Andra Day ("The United States vs. Billie Holiday") guest judges; actor Leslie Jordan ("Will & Grace") guest stars.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 17 Episode 10 - The Villains Roast
    9.2/10(936 votes)

    #6 - The Villains Roast

    S17:E10

    The queens pay a comedy tribute to three of the shadiest queens in Drag Race herstory: Kandy Muse, Mistress Isabelle Brooks, and Plane Jane. Comedian Whitney Cummings guest judges.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 12 Episode 1 - I'm That Bitch
    9.1/10(1020 votes)

    #7 - I'm That Bitch

    S12:E1

    Kicking off Season 12, the first seven queens strut the runway in a fashion show, then rap and perform a choreographed dance in front of guest judge Nicki Minaj.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 12 Episode 7 - Madonna: The Unauthorized Rusical
    9.1/10(910 votes)

    #8 - Madonna: The Unauthorized Rusical

    S12:E7

    The queens get into the groove in a Queen of Pop inspired musical. U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and supermodel Winnie Harlow guest judge.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 14 Episode 7 - The Daytona Wind
    9.1/10(1695 votes)

    #9 - The Daytona Wind

    S14:E7

    The queens star in the over-the-top soap opera "The Daytona Wind" and serve Chaps on the Runway, and Ts Madison sits in with the judges.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 17 Episode 13 - Drag Baby Mamas
    9.1/10(685 votes)

    #10 - Drag Baby Mamas

    S17:E13

    The queens make over some extra special drag newbies: their moms and dads. June Diane Raphael (Grace and Frankie) guest judges.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 6 Episode 8 - Drag Queens of Comedy
    9.0/10(565 votes)

    #11 - Drag Queens of Comedy

    S6:E8

    The queens must write and perform a stand-up comedy routine in front of a live audience. With guest judges Jaime Pressly (My Name Is Earl) and comedy writer Bruce Vilanch.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 15 Episode 12 - Wigloose: The Rusical!
    9.0/10(933 votes)

    #12 - Wigloose: The Rusical!

    S15:E12

    This season’s Rusical is set in the small town of West Bumtuck, where drag has been outlawed. An underground alliance forms to try and defeat the bigots. Country music sensation Orville Peck guest judges.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16 Episode 16 - Grand Finale
    9.0/10(844 votes)

    #13 - Grand Finale

    S16:E16

    The top queens face off in an epic evening of performances and lip syncs, as they compete for the title of America’s Next Drag Superstar and a grand prize of $200,000.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 9 Episode 1 - Oh. My. Gaga!
    8.9/10(689 votes)

    #14 - Oh. My. Gaga!

    S9:E1

    Lady Gaga drops by to meet the 13 new queens competing to become America's Next Drag Superstar. Their first test is to compete in the Miss Charisma Uniqueness Nerve and Talent pageant.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 15 Episode 2 - One Night Only, Part 2
    8.9/10(1129 votes)

    #15 - One Night Only, Part 2

    S15:E2

    A new cast of queens, competing to be crowned America's Next Drag Superstar, must show off their performance skills in a talent show; singer Ariana Grande guest judges.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 6 Episode 4 - Shade: The Rusical
    8.8/10(579 votes)

    #16 - Shade: The Rusical

    S6:E4

    The queens enter the world of musical theater. With guest judges composer Lucian Piane, and Sheryl Lee Ralph (Dream Girls).

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 6 Episode 14 - Grand Finale
    8.8/10(515 votes)

    #17 - Grand Finale

    S6:E14

    Wigs fly as the queens return to discuss the drama of the season. Plus, both "America's Next Drag Superstar" and "Miss Congeniality" are crowned.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 9 Episode 13 - Reunion
    8.8/10(513 votes)

    #18 - Reunion

    S9:E13

    As this drag race comes to an end the queens get together to take a look back at who slayed the competition and who deserved to sashey away.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 12 Episode 10 - Superfan Makeover
    8.8/10(697 votes)

    #19 - Superfan Makeover

    S12:E10

    The queens must give makeovers to drag race superfans, who have no idea what's about to happen to them; actor Daisy Ridley guest judges.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 Episode 5 - The Rate-a-Queen Talent Show, Part 1
    8.8/10(292 votes)

    #20 - The Rate-a-Queen Talent Show, Part 1

    S18:E5

    It’s judgement day, as half of the queens take the stage to perform a show-stopping talent number, while the other half watch and rate the performances. Swedish singer Zara Larsson guest judges.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 4 Episode 5 - Snatch Game
    8.7/10(435 votes)

    #21 - Snatch Game

    S4:E5

    The queens compete in a star-studded tv game show featuring their most fabulous & funny celebrity impersonations.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 9 Episode 10 - Makeovers: Crew Better Work
    8.7/10(488 votes)

    #22 - Makeovers: Crew Better Work

    S9:E10

    The queens makeover members of the Drag Race crew. Singer Kesha and RuPaul’s gown designer Zaldy guest judge.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 14 Episode 11 - An Extra Special Episode
    8.7/10(1005 votes)

    #23 - An Extra Special Episode

    S14:E11

    RuPaul introduces a twist that leaves the dolls gagging.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 14 Episode 16 - Grand Finale
    8.7/10(722 votes)

    #24 - Grand Finale

    S14:E16

    The final 5 must face off in Showgirl Showdown for $150,000 and the title of America's Next Drag Superstar.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16 Episode 3 - The Mother of All Balls
    8.7/10(787 votes)

    #25 - The Mother of All Balls

    S16:E3

    The two groups of queens meet for the first time. Tensions rise as queens put their design skills to the test in a pageant of mother-inspired couture, and showcase three mom-themed looks. Iconic fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi guest judges.

    Director:Nick Murray
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"LipSync Lalaparuza Smackdown Reunited" is the best rated episode of "RuPaul's Drag Race". It scored 9.4/10 based on 1245 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/12/2024. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Grand Finale".