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The Best Episodes of RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 8

Every episode of RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 8 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 8!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 8 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.6/10(439 votes)

    S8:E1

    A hot new cast of queens enter the Werkroom as RuPaul kicks off the legendary race. Thandiwe Newton joins Michelle Visage and Alan Carr on the judging panel.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 8 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.1/10(291 votes)

    S8:E5

    Pop legend Rick Astley and international fashion icon Michèle Lamy guest judge as the queens take on a race against the clock to deliver three looks on the runway.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 8 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    8.0/10(117 votes)

    S8:E9

    It's the semi-finals! In an awards show themed roast, the remaining queens fight for a place in the finale. Comedian Michelle De Swarte joins as guest judge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 8 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.5/10(302 votes)

    S8:E4

    It’s Rusical Week! West End stars Mazz Murray and Layton Williams join Mama Ru, Michelle Visage and Graham Norton as the curtain comes down on another queen.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 8 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    7.5/10(209 votes)

    S8:E7

    The queens spoof a classic UK paranormal show in Ghost Hunties. Slow Horses star Kadiff Kirwan guest judges alongside Michelle Visage and Graham Norton.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 8 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.4/10(325 votes)

    S8:E2

    Supermodels Erin O’Connor and Kristen McMenamy join Mama Ru, Michelle Visage and Graham Norton as the queens take on the iconic Design Challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 8 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    7.2/10(155 votes)

    S8:E8

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 8 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    S8: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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  9. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 8 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    6.4/10(303 votes)

    S8:E3

    Duncan James, Arian Nik and Martin Fry join Ru on the panel as the queens fight it out to prove they have the best celebrity dating and improv skills on Snatch Me Out.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 8 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    6.1/10(270 votes)

    S8:E6

    The queens take on a holiday novelty pop song for the girl group challenge. Anne-Marie and dance duo Booty Luv join RuPaul, Michelle Visage and Alan Carr.

    Director:Unknown
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Season 8 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of RuPaul's Drag Race UK season 8. It scored 8.6/10 from 439 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on September 3, 2026. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 5".