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The Best Episodes of RuPaul's Drag Race UK

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

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    RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 3 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Episode 5

    S3:E5

    RuPaul’s search for the UK’s first Drag Race Superstar continues. This week the queens’ marketing skills are put to the test as they produce adverts for a brand new in-home smart assistant - Draglexa. Little Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel as another queen exits the competition.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    9.5/10(2 votes)

    #2 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    The remaining queens are split into two teams for a girl group battle.

    Director:Tony Grech-Smith
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    This week the queens’ creative marketing skills are put to the test as they are asked to create an advert and brand themselves.

    Director:Tony Grech-Smith
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #4 - Episode 8

    S1:E8

    Strictly Come Dancing’s AJ Pritchard and his brother Curtis choreograph the three queens as they take on an all-singing, all-dancing final challenge.

    Director:Tony Grech-Smith
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S2:E5

    RuPaul and the queens return from their lockdown hiatus and the search for the UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar resumes. With the queens reunited and added twists, there is much excitement in the air, but the competition picks up quickly as the queens form two groups for a Europop battle – The RuRuvision Song Contest. In a glorious homage to Eurovision, the queens record and perform the same catchy song, but can they swerve the dreaded nul points?! MNEK joins Michelle Visage and Graham Norton on the judging panel as a fifth queen sashays away from the competition.

    Director:Tony Grech-Smith
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S2:E6

    This week the queens showcase their best celebrity impressions and improv skills, as they take on the iconic Snatch Game. Gemma Collins plays along too, but can the queens match her blankety blank? On the judging panel singer Jessie Ware joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr as another queen sashays away...

    Director:Tony Grech-Smith
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 4 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #7 - Episode 5

    S4:E5

    It’s Rusical week! Star of stage and screen Hannah Waddingham joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel as the curtain falls on another queen.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 6 Episode 7 - Pop of the Tops: Live - The Rusical
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #8 - Pop of the Tops: Live - The Rusical

    S6:E7

    It’s Rusical week! Pop diva and West End star Beverley Knight joins Mama Ru, Michelle Visage, and Graham Norton on the judging panel as the curtain comes down on yet another queen.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 2 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #9 - Episode 8

    S2:E8

    This week the queens face one of their toughest challenge, yet as they are asked to write and perform their own comedy stand up routines. Comedy legend Dawn French joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel as another queen takes her leave.

    Director:Tony Grech-Smith
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 2 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #10 - Episode 9

    S2:E9

    This week the queens’ acting skills are put to the test as they star in a new soap opera BeastEnders. To help them with their roles, EastEnders legend Natalie Cassidy, aka Sonia, gives the girls a soap acting masterclass whilst Michelle Visage and Graham Norton and an extra special guest judge join RuPaul to deliberate the fate of the remaining queens.

    Director:Tony Grech-Smith
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 6 Episode 8 - All in the Drag Family
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #11 - All in the Drag Family

    S6:E8

    The queens are tasked with giving drag makeovers to some extra special subjects - their own family members. AJ Odudu joins RuPaul on the judging panel.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 6 Episode 1 - Cabaret Talent Show
    8.3/10(3 votes)

    #12 - Cabaret Talent Show

    S6:E1

    A hot new cast of queens enter the werk room as RuPaul kicks off his legendary race. And ooh la la, Alison Goldfrapp, Michelle Visage and Alan Carr join Ru on the judging panel.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #13 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    The queens' acting skills are put to the test as they star in a sumptuous new comedy costume drama – Downton Draggy.

    Director:Tony Grech-Smith
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #14 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    This week RuPaul tests the queens’ sewing skills and fashion sense as they are challenged to create show stopping outfits from junk found at a car boot sale.

    Director:Tony Grech-Smith
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 2 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #15 - Episode 4

    S2:E4

    RuPaul’s search for the UK’s next Drag Race superstar continues. This week, the queens’ presenting skills are challenged as they host their own daytime magazine show, Morning Glory. The queen of British daytime TV, Lorraine Kelly, joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel as a fourth queen exits the competition.

    Director:Tony Grech-Smith
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 2 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #16 - Episode 7

    S2:E7

    This week, RuPaul challenges the queens to create show-stopping superhero outfits. US Drag Race star Raven pops in for moral support, and TV presenter Maya Jama joins Michelle Visage and Graham Norton on the judging panel, as Ru decides which queens should lip sync for their lives.

    Director:Tony Grech-Smith
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 3 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #17 - Episode 2

    S3:E2

    RuPaul’s search for the UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar continues. The queens are settling in, but the pressure is on as their werk out skills are put to the test in the high energy dance challenge. Two-time Strictly champion Oti Mabuse puts the queens through their paces for the dance performance. Later, Oti joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 3 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #18 - Episode 4

    S3:E4

    The search for the UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar steps up with the return of the now iconic Girl Group challenge. With on hand support from pop superstars Steps, the queens split into two groups to record and perform a brand new single. Spice Girls legend Emma Bunton joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 3 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #19 - Episode 7

    S3:E7

    In a Drag Race first, Ru tests the queens’ showstopping stamina as they are challenged to serve three separate looks on the runway - all against the clock. The pressure is on, but thankfully fashion icon and internet sensation Charity Shop Sue is on hand to share her extensive fashion retail experience.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 4 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #20 - Episode 1

    S4:E1

    Twelve fabulous new drag queens enter the werk room for the first time. Dame Joanna Lumley joins Michelle Visage and Graham Norton as RuPaul determines which queen is the first to go.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 4 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #21 - Episode 2

    S4:E2

    Girl Group week comes early! FKA twigs joins Ru, Michelle Visage and Graham Norton on the panel, and Cathy Dennis pops by to share her song writing wisdom.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 4 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #22 - Episode 10

    S4:E10

    It’s the grand finale! Michelle Visage, Alan Carr, Graham Norton and the eliminated queens are all on hand as RuPaul crowns the UK’s next Drag Race superstar.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 5 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #23 - Episode 1

    S5:E1

    A new cast of queens enter the workroom and RuPaul sets their first surprise challenge. Supermodel Kristen McMenamy, Michelle Visage and Alan Carr join Ru on the judging panel.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 5 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #24 - Episode 5

    S5:E5

    Prepare for panto - Drag Race style! It's Rusical week, and screen star Cush Jumbo joins the fun as guest judge alongside RuPaul, Michelle Visage and Graham Norton.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 5 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #25 - Episode 7

    S5:E7

    The melodrama continues as the queens’ over acting skills are tested with romantic drama. Comedian Joel Dommett joins RuPaul, Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel.

    Director:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 5" is the best rated episode of "RuPaul's Drag Race UK". It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/21/2021. This episode scored 0.5 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 5".