Strictly Come Dancing
A dance competition where celebrities compete to be crowned the winner. Who is kicked out of the competition each week is decided by the judges scores and viewer votes. Are today's celebrities fleet of foot or do they have two left feet?
Type: tv
Season: 1
Episode: 1
Duration: N/A
Release: 2004
Rating: 5.9
Season 1 - Strictly Come Dancing
Season 2 - Strictly Come Dancing
Season 3 - Strictly Come Dancing
Season 4 - Strictly Come Dancing
Season 5 - Strictly Come Dancing
Season 6 - Strictly Come Dancing
2008-09-20
"In the first live show hosted by Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly, eight male celebrities and their professional partners must dance either a waltz or a cha cha cha to impress judges Len Goodman, Arlene Phillips, Craig Revel Horwood and Bruno Tonioli and win the all important viewers' votes. But whose first steps will take them further and who will falter at the first hurdle?\n\nJoin TV presenter Andrew Castle, Holby City's Tom Chambers, actor Phil Daniels, Olympic Swimmer Mark Foster, rugby star Austin Healey, chef Gary Rhodes, political broadcaster and journalist John Sergeant and actor Don Warrington as they take to the floor for the very first time.\n\nTwo couples must perform again in the dance off in the results show on Sunday for the chance to stay in the competition.\n\nNot to be outdone, the eight female celebrities show off their skills in a group dance. Find out how TV Presenter Christine Bleakley, model and TV presenter Jodie Kidd, actress Cherie Lunghi, singer Heather Small, TV presenter and model Lisa Snowdon, singer Rachel Stevens and actresses Gillian Taylforth and Jessie Wallace are coping."
Season 7 - Strictly Come Dancing
2009-09-18
"In the first of two 2-part rounds, 8 of the new contestants must perform one of the ballroom dances. The remaining 8 pairs must perform a mambo in the first group dance of the new season. Alesha Dixon joins the team as a new regular judge."
2009-09-25
"This live show sees the second group of eight celebrities competing for the first time with their professional dance partners.\n\nThis week they will either take on the Tango or whip up a Waltz to earn your votes and impress judges Len Goodman, Craig Revel Horwood, Bruno Tonioli and Alesha Dixon.\n\nFind out who's found their dancing feet as Jo Wood, Phil Tufnell, Laila Rouass, Craig Kelly, Richard Dunwoody, Zoe Lucker, Ricky Whittle and Natalie Cassidy step up to the challenge.\n\nPlus, last week's remaining seven couples will be hoping their group Mambo will be memorable for all the right reasons."
2009-10-03
"The stakes are raised as all 14 remaining celebrities go head to head for the first time.\n\nThey're hoping to impress with their fancy footwork as they take on either a Quickstep or Paso Doble.\n\nOne unlucky couple will be hanging up their dancing shoes as they find out who will be leaving the competition for good.\n\nWhile the couples have an anxious wait to find out their fate, the professional dancers whip up a fantastic foxtrot and there's a special treat as Strictly brings a sizzling Salsa to the dance floor.\n\nPlus music legend Andy Williams performs."
2009-10-10
"The remaining 13 celebrities return to the dancefloor hoping to dazzle the judges and viewers with their sensational dance moves, stepping up to perform a salsa or foxtrot.\n\nOne unlucky couple will perform their last dance, finding out later that they must leave the competition for good. While the couples nervously wait to discover their fate, the professional dancers put on an extravagant, show-stopping performance."
2009-10-17
"The remaining 12 couples battle it out as they take to the floor with a jive or a Viennese waltz. By the end of the show, one more couple will be leaving the competition for good. Everyone will be out to impress the judges as no-one wants to go home.\n\nWhile the celebrities nervously wait for the result, the professional dancers bring a taste of carnival to Strictly with a sizzling samba, plus music from Spandau Ballet."
2009-10-24
"Join Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly at BBC Television Centre as the 11 remaining celebrities step up their game to stay in the competition.\n\nEach couple will dance either a sensational samba or a sophisticated American smooth, where they will be able to perform lifts without fear of reprimand from the judges.\n\nBy the end of the show, the two couples with the lowest combined judges' score and viewers' votes will perform again in the dance-off. But who will the judges save this week and who will be bidding farewell to the competition for good?\n\nWhile the couples anxiously wait for the result, the world Latin champions Michael Malitowski and Joanna Leunis will perform a special rumba."
2009-10-31
"The competition heats up as the remaining couples take to the floor, performing either a ballroom or Latin dance. The couples will hope to book a place in the next show, but there are only nine places up for grabs so they must impress the judges and the audience at home.\n\nThe two couples with the lowest combined judges' scores and viewer votes face the dreaded dance-off. One unlucky couple will reach the end of their journey as they leave the competition for good. While they anxiously wait for the result, the UK's rising stars of ballroom strut their stuff, and the professional dancers have a treat in store.\n\nPlus, music from the Bee Gees."
2009-11-07
"This week Strictly comes from the world famous Blackpool Tower ballroom.\n\nEach of the nine remaining couples step onto the historic dance floor to perform either a ballroom or Latin dance. Waiting to be impressed are judges Len Goodman, Alesha Dixon, Craig Revel Horwood and Bruno Tonioli.\n\nAt the end of the evening, the two couples with the lowest combined judges' scores and viewer votes face the dance-off. Who will be saved by the judges and who will be performing their last dance?\n\nWhilst the celebrities nervously wait to find out their fate, the professional dancers treat us to a stunning Viennese waltz, and music is provided by the legendary Rod Stewart."
2009-11-14
"Tess Daly is joined by Ronnie Corbett and Claudia Winkleman to present the popular dance competition, which steps up a gear as the remaining couples head back to London to take to the dance floor, performing either a ballroom or Latin dance.\n\nThe eight couples will hope to impress the judges and book a place in the next show. There are only seven places up for grabs, so no-one can afford to put a foot wrong.\n\nThe two couples with the lowest combined judges' scores and viewers' votes face the dreaded dance-off. Their fate then lies in the hands of the judges - who will stay and who will go?\n\nWhile they wait for the result, the professional dancers provide entertainment with a sizzling performance."
2009-11-21
"It's week 10 of the competition and the pressure is on as the seven remaining couples hit the dance floor to perform either a ballroom or Latin dance. No-one can risk putting a step out of place - or they may be the contestants who leave the competition for good.\n\nOnce the judges' scores and viewers' votes are combined, the two couples with the lowest result will perform again in the dance-off. Who will the judges save this week and who will perform their last dance?\n\nWhile the celebrities wait to find out their fate, the professional dancers provide the entertainment with another sensational performance and Dame Shirley Bassey sings a show-stopping number."
2009-11-28
"It's week eleven and there's no room for mistakes as the remaining couples are back on the dance floor. It is a Strictly first as they perform one of two new dances - either a rock and roll or cheeky Charleston.\n\nThe couples must pull out all the stops in a bid to secure a place in next week's quarter finals.\n\nThe two couples with the lowest combined judges' scores and viewers' votes face the dreaded dance-off, with one couple hanging up their dancing shoes for good.\n\nWhilst they nervously wait for the result, the professional dancers perform a spectacular number."
2009-12-05
"Four couples remain, but only three can go through to the semi-final. The two couples with the lowest combined judges' score and viewers' votes will perform again in the dance-off. But who will make it to the semis and who will leave the competition for good?\n\nWhile the couples nervously wait for the result, the professionals perform, and the legendary Bette Midler is in the studio."
2009-12-12
"It's semi final week and the competition steps up a gear as the remaining three couples are one step closer to lifting that glitterball trophy. However, before they do, they must impress the judges and viewers at home.\n\nHosts Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly oversee proceedings as the couples perform two dances each. They take to the floor with a dramatic Argentine tango plus a ballroom or Latin dance.\n\nThere are only two coveted places up for grabs in the final so everyone is pulling out the stops to secure their place."
2009-12-12
"Three couples danced their hearts out in a bid to make it to the final, but one must now leave the competition. Someone's dancing dream will be over for good, but who will leave the competition empty handed?\n\nWhilst they wait for the all important results there's a jaw dropping performance from the World Showdance Champions, plus the cast of Hairspray perform.\n\nThere's also music from Lily Allen."
2009-12-19
"Sixteen couples, fourteen nail biting weeks, one winner - it's the moment we've all been waiting for, the final of Strictly Come Dancing. After months of dancing delights and disasters, only two couples remain and everything rests on the final performances.\n\nBoth finalists battle it out on the dancefloor in a bid to win the title of Strictly Come Dancing Champion 2009. Who will step up to the challenge and whose dancing dreams will turn to dust?\n\nJudges Len Goodman, Alesha Dixon, Craig Revel Horwood, Bruno Tonioli and Darcey Bussell cast their critical eye over the celebrities' dances.\n\nPlus there's a chance to relive your favourite moments of the series.\n\nPart of the BBC Christmas 2009 season"
2009-12-19
"The tension has been mounting and after months of training the moment of truth has finally arrived. Both couples are desperate to win but only one can be crowned Strictly Come Dancing Champion 2009.\n\nThey have danced to impress the judges but the final decision is down to the public. Who will be lifting the glitterball trophy and who will leave empty handed? Their fate is in your hands."
2009-12-25
"Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly host the ultimate Christmas selection box. The Christmas trophy is up for grabs as six celebrities battle it out in this festive special. The 2009 Christmas Special aired on 25 December 2009. It featured the top three from Series 7 along with former contestants Gethin Jones, Rachel Stevens and Austin Healey. Craig Revel Horwood, Len Goodman, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli provided the judging."
Season 8 - Strictly Come Dancing
2010-09-13
"The Launch Show introduces the 14 new celebrities as they meet their professional partners for the first time. There is also a new set, new dances and three new male dancers. The new partnerships take to the floor for their very first group dance!"
2010-10-02
"n the first live show of the new season, in a brand new set, seven of the contestants (Felicity, Matt, Goldie, Patsy, Scott, Pamela and Paul), and their professional partners perform either a Cha-Cha-Cha or a Waltz. There is no elimination in this first round."
2010-10-03
"The remaining seven contestants (Jimi, Ann, Gavin, Kara, Michelle, Peter and Tina), and their professional partners take to the dance floor performing either a Cha-Cha-Cha or a Waltz. There is music from special guests Robbie Williams and Gary Barlow."
2010-10-09
"All 14 couples perform against each other for the first time this season, dancing either a Salsa or a Foxtrot. Last weeks judges points are added to this weeks, with Ann and Anton finding themselves at the bottom of the leader-board."
2010-10-10
"Claudia joins Tess as co host of this seasons results shows. There is music from special guest Robbie Williams, plus a special group show dance. Peter and Erin, and Goldie and Kristina find themselves in the bottom two, with Goldie and Kristina being the first to be voted out of the competition."
2010-10-16
"Tina can't compete this week, as she has chickenpox, but the remaining 12 couples perform either a Quickstep or a Rumba. Pamela and James come top of the judges leader board with a score of 35, with Paul and Ola bottom with a score of just 12."
2010-10-17
"There are two professional dances, including Flavia in a 'Tango Unleashed'. Special guest Peter Andre sings his new single. Paul and Ola, and Michelle and Brendon find themselves in the bottom two, with Paul and Ola receiving the lowest votes and finding themselves out of the competition."
2010-10-23
"Week four sees the 12 remaining couples perform either a Tango or a Charleston. Michelle Williams dances with Ian Waite this week, as her pro-partner Brendon was unavailable. Scott and Natalie, and Matt and Aliona find themselves tied in first place with 35 judges points, with Peter and Erin at the bottom of the leader-board with just 17."
2010-10-24
"In the week 4 results show there are two pro-dancer performances, one a 1940s based Jive, the other an Argentine Tango . There is music from special guest Neil Diamond. Michelle and Ian, and Peter and Erin find themselves in the bottom two, with Peter and Erin ultimately leaving the competition."
2010-10-30
"In this Halloween Special, the remaining 11 couples perform a spooky version of either a Jive, Paso Doble, Argentine Tango or a Viennese Waltz. Kara and Artem receive this season's first '10', while Scott and Natalie top the leader-board with 39 judges points (three '10s' and a '9'). Ann and Anton are bottom with just 16."
2010-10-31
"There is a pro-group dance to 'Ghostbusters', and a Viennese Waltz from the Show-Dancers. Special guest Alice Cooper performs 'Poison'. Tina and Jared, and Felicity and Vincent both find themselves in the bottom two, with Tina and Jared receiving the lowest combined votes and leaving the competition."
2010-11-06
"For the first time this season, the 10 remaining couples each perform a different dance. Kara and Artem find themselves top of the judges leader-board, with their Salsa getting a score of 36. Bottom again are Ann and Anton, their Charleston getting just 17 judges points."
2010-11-07
"In the week 6 results show there is a Rock'n'Roll show dance, plus a Pro-dance Foxtrot. There is music from special guest Bryan Ferry. Jimi and Flavia, and Michelle and Brendon find themselves in the bottom two after the judges scores and viewers votes are added, with Jimi and Flavia being voted off the show, much to the shock of the entire studio audience."
2010-11-13
"The remaining 9 couples each perform a different dance. Scott and Natalie find themselves at the top of the judges leader-board when their Jive gets a score of 39. Kara and Artem are second with a score of 38 for their Argentine Tango. Ann and Anton again come bottom, with their Foxtrot getting a judges score of just 20."
2010-11-14
"In the week 7 results show, there is a pro-dance American Smooth, plus music from The Soldiers, Annie Lennox and Alesha Dixon. Michelle and Brendon find themselves in the bottom two for the fourth time, along with Felicity and Vincent, with Michelle and Brendon ultimately leaving the competition."
2010-11-20
"In a Vegas themed special from the famous Tower Ballroom in Blackpool, the remaining 8 couples perform either a Samba or an American Smooth. There is also a pro-dance to the sounds of Viva las Vegas. Matt and Aliona find themselves top of the judges leader-board with their Samba receiving a score of 38, with Ann and Anton at the bottom for the 5th time, with just 13."
2010-11-21
"In the week 8 results show, from the Tower Ballroom in Blackpool, there is a pro-dance from the female professional dancers, plus music from the cast of Cirque Du Soleil's Viva Vegas show, plus Duffy. Felicity and Vincent, and Patsy and Robin (for the first time), find themselves in the bottom two, with Felicity and Vincent leaving the competition."
2010-11-27
"The remaining 7 contestants perform a Jive, American Smooth, Charleston, an Argentine Tango or a Rumba. Ann and Anton find themselves bottom of the judges leader-board for the 6th time with their Titanic-themed Rumba receiving a score of 14, with Pamela and James' Charleston putting them top with a score of 38."
2010-11-28
"In the week 9 results show there is a pro-dance Jive, a raunchy Rumba from James and Ola, and music from special guest James Blunt. Gavin and Katya, and Patsy and Robin find themselves in the bottom two, with Patsy and Robin being eliminated from the competition."
2010-12-04
"Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly host a movie night special, as the six remaining stars try to put on Oscar-winning performances. The quarter finals have arrived, and the couples once again dance for judges' scores and viewer votes. Voting lines open at the end of the show, and another celebrity will leave during Sunday's results show."
2010-12-05
"There is a group show dance to ABBA tunes, Erin and Anton perform a classic Hollywood Waltz to the strains of Moon River, plus music from special guests The Manic Street Preachers. Scott and Natalie, and Ann and Anton find themselves in the bottom two, with Ann and Anton bottom and leaving the competition."
2010-12-10
"In the first show of the semi-finals, each couple perform two dances, an individual dance and a Swingathon. Kara and Artem get the highest judges score for the individual dance for their Viennese Waltz (39), with Gavin and Katya bottom with a score of 27 for their Samba. The Swingathon sees Gavin and Katya eliminated first to score just 1 point, with Kara and Artem winning and receiving 5 points. Show One ends with Kara and Artem leading with 44 judges points, and Gavin and Katya bottom with 28."
2010-12-11
"In the second show of the semi-finals, the couples perform their third dance. There is also music from special guests Take That. Pamela and James receive their 2nd perfect judges score of 40 for their Quickstep, with Gavin and Katya bottom with 31 for their Viennese Waltz. Over the two nights that puts Kara and Artem top with 83 judges points out of 85, and Gavin and Katya bottom with 59."
2010-12-12
"In the Semi-Final results show there is a group dance from the Strictly Show Dancers, plus music from special guests Take That. There is also a song and dance from Bruce. There is a double-elimination, with Gavin and Katya, and Scott and Natalie leaving the competition just short of the Grand-Final."
2010-12-18
"At the start of the season finale, Pamela and James get voted off, having received the lowest public vote. The remaining 2 couples then perform both their favorite dance of the season, together will an all new dance that they've not done before. There is music from special guest Paloma Faith, to which the knocked out season's contestants take to the dance floor. Ultimately, Kara and Artem are emotionally crowned Champions 2010."
2010-12-18
"At the start of the season finale, Pamela and James get voted off, having received the lowest public vote. The remaining 2 couples then perform both their favorite dance of the season, together will an all new dance that they've not done before. There is music from special guest Paloma Faith, to which the knocked out season's contestants take to the dance floor. Ultimately, Kara and Artem are emotionally crowned Champions 2010."
2010-12-25
"Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly host a Christmas spectacular as five new celebrities take up the ballroom challenge. Broadcaster Fern Britton, actress and comedienne Ronni Ancona, business secretary Vince Cable, EastEnders legend June Brown and star of stage and screen John Barrowman all compete on the dancefloor. But will their routines be Christmas crackers or Christmas turkeys?\n\nSome familiar faces from the class of Strictly 2010 will also pop in for a special festive performance."
Season 9 - Strictly Come Dancing
2011-09-12
"It's time for BBC One to slip on its dancing shoes once again, as Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly bring back the sparkle to Saturday nights.\n\nIn this special red carpet launch show, 14 brand new stars discover who their professional partners will be for the rest of the competition, plus they all take to the dance floor for the very first time.\n\nThere's also a very special performance from the Queen of Country herself, Dolly Parton.\n\nLet ballroom battle commence."
2011-09-30
"Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly present the first part of a two-night Strictly spectacular. Holly Valance, Anita Dobson, Audley Harrison, Dan Lobb, Lulu, Robbie Savage and Russell Grant take to the floor with their professional partners to perform either a waltz or a cha cha cha. There are no phone votes, and no-one will be leaving the competition, but the couples are under pressure to impress the judges, who will still be scoring."
2011-10-01
"Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly present the second part of a Strictly weekend special as Chelsee Healey, Edwina Currie, Harry Judd, Alex Jones, Jason Donovan, Nancy Dell'Olio and Rory Bremner all attempt to wow the judges with their professional partners. Each couple will perform either a cha cha cha or a waltz.\n\nThere are no phone votes and no-one will be leaving the competition, but the couples are still under pressure to impress Craig, Len, Alesha and Bruno, who will be scoring. All scores roll over to the second week, when one couple will leave the competition."
2011-10-08
"Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly host a live dance extravaganza as all 14 couples hit the floor to try and impress with either a fanciful foxtrot or a sizzling salsa. Voting lines will open for the first time after the last couple has danced.\n\nViewers' votes will then be added to the judges' scores from last week and this week. The lowest overall scoring couple will be eliminated in the results show. With nobody wanting to be the first to leave, the pressure really is on."
2011-10-09
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman host the first results show of the series. After the judges' scores have been combined with the viewer votes, the 14 couples find out who will be back to dance another week, and who will be the first to leave the competition. Plus, the professional dancers come together for a spectacular routine, and Will Young performs his brand new single."
2011-10-15
"It's Broadway week on Strictly Come Dancing! Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly invite you to settle in to your front row seat as the remaining 13 couples take to the stage with a musical-themed routine.\n\nWho will get top billing, and who will be taking their last curtain call?\n\nVoting lines open at the end of the show, and another couple will leave in Sunday's results show.\n\nPlus, all 13 celebrities and their professional partners take part in a spectacular Broadway-style opening number which you won't want to miss."
2011-10-16
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman welcome you to what looks like being another exciting results show. Thirteen become twelve, as once the judges' scores have been combined with viewer votes the lowest scoring couple will sadly have to leave the competition.\n\nPlus our professional dancers treat you to a very special West Side Story dance mash-up, and the stars of the brand new 2011 film version of Footloose cut loose on the dance floor with an exclusive performance just for us."
2011-10-22
"Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly present another exciting ballroom bonanza as the competition really starts to heat up. The 12 remaining couples will be trying to score highly with the judges, as well as viewers at home, to ensure that they get to dance for another week. Voting lines will open at the end of the show, and another couple will leave in Sunday's results show."
2011-10-23
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman throw open the doors to another action-packed results show. Once viewers' votes have been added to the judges' scores, the couple at the bottom of the leaderboard will have to leave the competition, and no-one wants it to be them.\n\nThe professional dancers perform a spectacular group routine, and Vincent and Flavia tear up the dance floor with an unmissable Argentine tango."
2011-11-05
"Following the elimination of Nancy Dell'Olio last week, the 10 remaining couples don their dancing shoes once more, aiming to light up the dancefloor with a few fireworks for Bonfire Night. As ever, they are hoping to impress both viewers at home and the judges in the studio, who for one week only include Dirty Dancing actress and Dancing with the Stars champion Jennifer Grey, sitting in for Len Goodman. Presented by Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly."
2011-11-06
"Westlife perform Flying Without Wings, and Dirty Dancing star Jennifer Grey joins the panel once more as Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman reveal which of the 10 couples will be leaving the competition, the result determined by a combination of viewer votes and judges' scores."
2011-11-12
"Following the elimination of Lulu last week, Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly introduce the nine remaining couples, who take to the floor with ballroom or Latin routines in the hope of making it through to next week's Wembley spectacular. Judges Len Goodman, Craig Revel Horwood, Bruno Tonioli and Alesha Dixon give their verdicts on the performances, before the voting lines open for viewers at home."
2011-11-13
"Renowned violinist Andre Rieu performs, and Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman reveal which couple will miss out on next week's show at Wembley Arena as the combined viewer votes and judges' scores are announced. The professional dancers also take to the floor with a swinging jitterbug from the 1940s."
2011-11-19
"Following Audley Harrison's elimination, Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly host this week's show live from Wembley Arena, where the eight remaining couples perform in front of 6,000 fans on Strictly's biggest-ever dance floor, opening with a routine to the music of Queen. Judges Len Goodman, Craig Revel Horwood, Bruno Tonioli and Alesha Dixon will be on hand to assess the performances, before the voting lines open for viewers at home. All ticket proceeds from the event go to Children in Need."
2011-11-20
"Singers Jessie J and James Morrison perform a duet, and Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman reveal which couple will be leaving the competition as the combined viewer votes and judges' scores are announced. All the dancers pay homage to the Fab Four in a Beatles-inspired routine, and the Len's Lens feature reveals the best moments from last night's Wembley extravaganza."
2011-11-26
"Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly host another action-packed Strictly Come Dancing. The competition heats up as the seven remaining couples each have to perform twice.\n\nFirstly, they must try and impress the judges with either a ballroom or latin routine, and then all the couples will hit the dancefloor at the same time to compete in the swing-a-thon.\n\nVoting lines will open at the end of the show. Once judges' scores have been added to viewer votes, the lowest scoring couple will sadly have to leave the competition in Sunday's results show."
2011-11-27
"Join Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman for another exciting results show. Seven become six as the couple with the lowest combined score from the judges' scores and viewer votes will be the next to leave the competition.\n\nCee Lo Green is in the studio, performing his brand new single Anyway exclusively for Strictly Come Dancing. Plus the professional dancers set the dancefloor alight with two spectacular routines."
2011-12-04
"Join Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman for another exciting results show. Who will make the final five, as the couple with the lowest combined score from the judges and fewest viewer votes leaves the competition? The professional dancers revisit the days of the silent movie with a very special routine."
2011-12-11
"Join Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman for another nail-biting results show. Which three couples will make the final in Blackpool? The two couples with the lowest combined score from the judges' scores and viewer votes will both have to leave the competition in this episode."
2011-12-17
"The Strictly Come Dancing Grand Final 2011 begins, as Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly throw open the doors to the world-famous Tower Ballroom in Blackpool for the first of two spectacular live shows. The three remaining couples each perform two routines, one of which is their no-holds-barred show dance.\n\nThe judges will score for guidance only, as it is the viewer vote that will decide who will take home the prized glitterball trophy in the results show."
2011-12-17
"Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly present the exciting live final from Blackpool's Tower Ballroom. This is the last chance for the couples to impress, as the viewer votes decide who is crowned the Strictly Come Dancing champion 2011, with the glitterball trophy up for grabs. As well as a performance from the brilliant Jessie J, all the couples from the cast of Strictly 2011 also take part in a very special group number."
2011-12-25
"Former world featherweight boxing champion Barry McGuigan Quickstepping with Erin Boag, comedienne Debra Stephenson and professional dancer Ian Waite will perform an American Smooth, Blue\u2019s Simon Webbe and his professional partner Katya Virshilas are dancing a Cha Cha Cha, Hi-De-Hi legend Su Pollard will Foxtrott around the dancefloor with Anton Du Beke, and completing the famous five will be EastEnders\u2019 prime villainess Janine Butcher, actress Charlie Brooks, who will dance a festive jive with Vincent Simone."
Season 10 - Strictly Come Dancing
2012-09-15
"In this red carpet premiere show, 14 brand new stars discover which professional dancer they will be paired with, and they all take to the dance floor for the very first time. Will it be ballroom bliss, or dance floor disaster?"
2012-10-05
"Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly are your hosts for a two-night Strictly spectacular. In this live show, six of our sizzling celebrities take to the floor with their professional partners to perform either a waltz or a cha cha cha. The couples face judges Craig, Darcey, Len and Bruno for the first time, but they have two chances to impress you before someone leaves the competition next week. In Saturday's show, you can see how the remaining eight couples get on in the spotlight."
2012-10-06
"Join Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly for the second part of our Strictly weekend special as the remaining eight celebrities all attempt to wow the judges with their professional partners. Each couple performs either a cha cha cha or a waltz. The couples face judges Craig, Darcey, Len and Bruno for the first time, but they have two weeks to impress you before someone leaves the competition next week, with all scores rolling over to the next show."
2012-10-13
"All 14 couples hit the floor to try and impress the Strictly judges and viewers at home."
2012-10-20
"Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly present a Hollywood-themed episode of the dance contest."
2012-10-21
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present a Tinseltown Strictly special."
2012-10-27
"Hubble bubble toil and trouble, it's fright night on Strictly Come Dancing as Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly invite you to join them in their Strictly spooky mansion. Will our 12 remaining couples give a scary performance or can they trick the frightening foursome of Craig, Darcey, Len and Bruno in to giving them a treat of a score?"
2012-10-28
"Ghostly greetings from Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman who are your hosts for Strictly's spooky Halloween results show. The judges scores and public votes have been combined and the two couples with the lowest score will dance off against each other before Halloween claims its next victim and 12 couples become 11. It is treats all around as our professional dancers perform a bewitching group routine. It is sure to be a hair-raising night but who will survive Halloween's horrors?"
2012-11-03
"Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly present another evening of glitz and glamour as the 11 remaining couples hit the dance floor for a ballroom battle to stay in the competition. Voting lines open at the end of the show. Once the judges' scores have been added to viewer votes, the two lowest-scoring couples will perform again in the dreaded dance-off during Sunday night's results show."
2012-11-04
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman welcome you to another exciting results show full of drama. The judges' scores and public votes have been combined, and the two couples with the lowest score dance off against each other before 11 couples become 10. Our professional male dancers also be wow us with an amazing routine that is not to be missed. Who will survive another week and who will be waltzing off the dance floor?"
2012-11-10
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present another evening of glitz and glamour as the 10 remaining couples hit the dance floor for a ballroom battle to stay in the competition. Voting lines open at the end of the show. Once the judges' scores have been added to viewer votes, the two lowest-scoring couples will perform again in the dreaded dance-off during Sunday night's results show."
2012-11-11
"It's Remembrance Sunday on Strictly Come Dancing as Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman welcome you to another exciting Results Show. The judges' scores and public votes have been combined and the two couples with the lowest scores dance off against each other before the ballroom claims another victim. World renowned violinist Andre Rieu performs, plus Vincent and Flavia showcase an Argentine Tango."
2012-11-17
"Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly welcome you to a very special Strictly Come Dancing as the show hotfoots to Wembley Arena for a live spectacular as we dance through the decades! Our nine remaining couples perform live in front of 6,000 people, kicking off the show with a bang with an amazing routine from our professionals and celebrities. Then each couple takes to the stage to dance their hearts out to stay in Strictly Come Dancing. As if that's not enough, the princess of pop herself Kylie wows the crowd with 'The Loco-Motion'. Voting lines will open at the end of the show. Once judges' scores have been added to viewer votes the two lowest scoring couples will perform again in the dreaded dance off in Sunday night's Results Show."
2012-11-18
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman throw open the doors to Wembley Arena for an action-packed results show. The judges' scores and public votes have been combined, and the two couples with the lowest score dance off against each other before 11 couples become 10. The show opens with a fabulous 50s shindig, followed by an amazing performance from Girls Aloud, singing the 2012 Children in Need single Something New."
2012-12-16
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman reveal which four couples have secured a place in next week's final and who will be hanging up their dancing shoes."
2012-12-22
"Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly throw open the doors to Television Centre for the first of two spectacular live grand final shows. The four remaining couples each perform two routines. The judges mark all performances but it is down to the viewer vote alone to crown the 2012 Strictly Champion."
2012-12-22
"Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly welcome you to the second exciting show in the Strictly Come Dancing 2012 live final. This is the couples' last chance to win your votes and take home the glitter ball trophy. As well as a performance from chart topping pop icon Robbie Williams, all the couples from the cast of Strictly 2012 are reunited on the dancefloor for one last time. It's been a battle of the ballroom from day 1, but finally the Strictly 2012 Champions are announced."
2012-12-25
"It's mince pies at the ready as Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly present a very special Christmas spectacular, with six brand new celebrities taking up the ballroom challenge on a festive-themed dance floor. Actress Sheila Hancock, comedian Katy Brand, JB from boyband JLS, Blue Peter's Helen Skelton, comedy performer Bobby Ball and retired footballer Fabrice Muamba all rock around the Strictly dance floor hoping to take home the Christmas Strictly trophy. Some very familiar faces from Strictly's past also join in the festive fun. Plus music legend Rod Stewart wishes everyone a Merry Christmas as he sings in this Christmas cracker."
Season 11 - Strictly Come Dancing
2013-09-07
"Put your dancing shoes on; Strictly is back! Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly bring back the glitz and glamour to your Saturday nights.\n\nThe red carpet is rolled out to greet our 15 stars, before the nail-biting moment when they discover who their professional dance partner will be. They then all take to the dance floor to perform together for the very first time. Will it be ballroom bliss, or murder on the dance floor? Plus music performances from Rod Stewart and Jessie J, who performs her new single.\n\nLet the dancing commence."
2013-09-27
"Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly present the first night in a live Strictly Come Dancing double bill, as six couples take to the dance floor for the very first time.\n\nThere is no public vote this week, but the couples still have to impress the Strictly judges, whose scores will be carried through to next week. Will it be murder on the dancefloor, or will all those hours in the training room pay off? Whose nerves will get the better of them, and who will be cha cha cha-ing their way to the top of the leader board?\n\nLet's start dancing!"
2013-09-28
"Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly are back for the weekend's second live instalment of Strictly Come Dancing. The remaining nine couples don their dancing shoes and take to the floor for the very first time, with their professional partners. There is no public vote this week but the couples still have to impress the Strictly judges, whose scores will be carried through to next week. So who will be a dance disaster and who will be a fab-u-lous mover? Tune in to find out."
2013-10-05
"Grab your glitterballs and join Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly for a sparkling spectacular as all 15 couples hit the dance floor. Every step counts, as the judges' scores from Week 1 are combined with those from this show. The celebrities are now dancing for survival, as the two lowest-scoring couples must face the dreaded dance-off in Sunday's results show.\n\nThe pressure is on, as no-one wants to be the first to leave the competition."
2013-10-06
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman return to host an unforgettable evening of Strictly drama, in the first results show of the series.\n\nThe judges' scores and public votes are in and the two couples with the lowest score dance off against each other, with one of them chasseing out of the competition for good.\n\nPlus, the professional dancers treat us to a spectacular a routine, and Matt Goss from Bros performs his version of the hit single, When Will I Be Famous."
2013-10-12
"Love is in the air on Strictly Come Dancing. Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly invite you to cuddle up with your loved ones as the remaining 14 couples battle it out to impress the judges and viewers with heart-felt performances to some of the greatest love songs ever written.\n\nPlus the Strictly professional dancers take to the stage for a loved-up group routine which is not to be missed.\n\nWill it be love and marriage, or a fatal attraction for our couples?"
2013-10-13
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman are your hosts for an exciting evening of drama in the second results show of the series.\n\nThe judges' scores and public votes are in and the two couples with the lowest score face the music and dance off against each other, before 14 couples become 13.\n\nPlus, the professional dancers take to the floor with another fantastically enchanting group routine, and Andrea Bocelli keeps the romantics' cups brimming over with a love classic."
2013-10-19
"Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly present another evening of sequins and sparkles as the 13 remaining couples hit the dance floor for a ballroom battle to stay in Strictly Come Dancing.\n\nVoting lines open at the end of the show. Once the judges' scores have been added to viewer votes, the two lowest scoring couples will perform again in the dreaded dance-off in Sunday night's results show."
2013-10-20
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present another results show full of dance drama. The judges' scores and public votes have been combined, and the two couples with the lowest score dance off against each other before 13 couples become 12.\n\nThere is a performance by Keane, and the professional dancers take part in a group routine. Who will survive another week, and who will twirl off the dance floor?"
2013-10-26
"Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly invite you to join them for an evening of glittery gorgeousness as the 12 remaining couples hit the dance floor for a ballroom battle to stay in the competition.\n\nVoting lines open at the end of the show; once the judges' scores have been added to viewer votes, the two lowest-scoring couples will perform again the dreaded dance-off during Sunday's results show."
2013-10-27
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present another results show full of dance drama. The judges' scores and public votes have been combined, and the two couples with the lowest score dance off against each other before 12 couples become 11.\n\nGet ready for Earth, Wind and Fire as they bring their groove to the Strictly dance floor, and the professionals perform yet another dance spectacular. Who will survive another week, and who will cha cha cha their way out of the competition?"
2013-11-02
"Strictly does Halloween! Get ready for the fright of your life and join Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly as the 11 remaining couples hit the dance floor in a spooktacular ballroom battle.\n\nVoting lines open at the end of the show; once the judges' scores have been added to viewer votes, the two lowest-scoring couples will perform again the deadly dance-off during Sunday's results show."
2013-11-03
"Pumpkins at the ready as Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman welcome you to a results show full of freaky Halloween delights.\n\nThe judges' scores and public votes have been combined, and the two couples with the lowest score dance off against each other before Halloween claims its next victim as 11 couples become 10.\n\nMadness awaken the werewolves inside us as they perform their new single, La Luna, and the professionals deliver a bewitching group routine.\n\nWhich couples will be treated to another week on Strictly, and who will be spirited away from the competition for good?"
2013-11-09
"It's Saturday night, and that can only mean it's Strictly time! Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman invite you to indulge in an evening of sequins and sparkles, as the 10 remaining couples hit the dance floor for a ballroom battle to stay in the competition.\n\nVoting lines open at the end of the show; once the judges' scores have been added to viewer votes, the two lowest-scoring couples will perform again the dreaded dance-off during Sunday's results show."
2013-11-10
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman welcome you to another exciting results show that's bound to be full of drama.\n\nThe judges' scores and public votes have been combined, and the two couples with the lowest score dance off against each other before ten couples become nine.\n\nThere are performances from the Tenors and the Puppini Sisters, and the professionals deliver another spectacular group routine."
2013-11-16
"Ballroom is going home! Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly invite you to join them for a truly memorable Strictly Come Dancing from the historic Blackpool Tower ballroom. The nine remaining couples battle it out on the world famous dance floor, desperately dancing to stay in the competition.\n\nVoting lines open at the end of the show; once the judges' scores have been added to viewer votes, the two lowest-scoring couples will perform again the dreaded dance-off during Sunday's results show."
2013-11-17
"Grab your donkeys and hold on to your Kiss Me Quick hats as Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman welcome you to another exciting results show, set in the magical Blackpool Tower ballroom.\n\nThe judges' scores and public votes have been combined, and the two couples with the lowest score dance off against each other before nine couples become eight.\n\nThere are performances from Andre Rieu and JLS, and the professionals deliver another spectacular group routine."
2013-11-23
"Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly host another action-packed Strictly Come Dancing. The remaining eight couples kick, spin and chasse their hearts out to stay in the competition.\n\nVoting lines open at the end of the show; once the judges' scores have been added to viewer votes, the two lowest-scoring couples will perform again in the dreaded dance-off during Sunday's results show."
2013-11-24
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman welcome you to another nail-biting results show. The judges' scores and public votes have been combined, and the two couples with the lowest score dance off against each other before eight couples become seven.\n\nGet your baking gear at the ready as our professional dancers deliver a truly scrumptious group routine, and listen out for the dulcet tones of operatic pop sensation Il Divo."
2013-11-30
"Jazz hands at the ready; it's musicals week on Strictly Come Dancing! Sir Bruce Forsyth and Tess Daly invite you to join them for a night to remember on the ballroom floor. The competition is heating up as the remaining seven couples battle it out to stay in Strictly."
2013-12-01
"Grab your glittery top hats and your canes as Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman welcome you to a musical-themed Strictly results show.\n\nThe judges' scores and public votes have been combined, and the two couples with the lowest score dance off against each other before seven couples become six.\n\nClassical tenor Alfie Boe performs the incredibly moving Bring Him Home from the world-famous musical Les Miserables, and the professional dancers perform another incredible group routine."
2013-12-07
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present a night to remember on the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom floor. The competition is at melting point as the six surviving couples pivot, twist and turn to keep the glitter ball trophy in their sights.\n\nVoting lines open at the end of the show; once the judges' scores have been added to viewer votes, the two lowest-scoring couples will perform again in the dreaded dance-off during Sunday's results show."
2013-12-08
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present another Strictly results show, as two couples compete for a place in the final five and Robbie Williams performs in the studio."
2013-12-08
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present another Strictly results show, as two couples compete for a place in the final five and Robbie Williams performs in the studio."
Season 12 - Strictly Come Dancing
2014-12-25
"Bruce returns to host the 2014 Christmas Special, with Tess. Six returning contestants perform a Panto themed dance for judges scores and studio audience votes, plus Bruce does a musical number and there is a group pro dance."
Season 13 - Strictly Come Dancing
2015-09-05
"Put your dancing shoes on, Strictly is back! It's glitz and glamour all the way as Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman launch the new series. Get on board the Strictly express as the journey begins for 15 new stars, including the nail-biting moment when they discover who their dancing partners are.\n\nThe couples then take to the dance floor to perform together for the very first time in their much-anticipated inaugural group routine. Will it be ballroom bliss or murder on the dance floor?\n\nPlus, music performances from soul star Gregory Porter and singing sensation Jess Glynne."
2015-09-26
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present the weekend's second live show."
2015-10-04
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present the first results show of the series."
2015-10-10
"In this week's Movie Special, there is a pro group dance, and the remaining 14 couples perform a movie themed dance. Carol and Pasha find themselves bottom of the judges leader board with a score of just 17 for their South Pacific themed Quick Step. Jay and Aliona are top with a score of 37 (the best score and first '10' of the season) for their Pulp Fiction themed Jive."
2015-10-11
"There is a movie themed group dance plus music from Andrea Bocelli. Anthony and Oti, and Ainsley and Natalie find themselves in the bottom two and perform again in the dance off, with Anthony and Oti the second couple to leave the competition."
2015-10-17
"The remaining 13 couples perform for judges scores and audience votes. Jeremy and Karen find themselves bottom of the judges leader board with a score of 20 for their Jive, with Katie and Anton top with 33 for their American Smooth."
2015-10-18
"There is an 80's themed group dance plus music from guest Will Young. Daniel and Kristina, and Kirsty and Brendan find themselves in the bottom two and perform again in the dance off, with Daniel and Kristina leaving the competition."
2015-10-24
"The remaining 12 couples perform for judges scores and viewer votes. Helen and Aljaz, and Kellie and Kevin find themselves joint top of the judges leader board with scores of 35, with Ainsley and Natalie bottom with a score of 18 for their Waltz."
2015-10-25
"There is a group pro dance to The Sun Has Got His Hat On, and music from guest Bryan Adams. Jamelia and Tristan, and Ainsley and Natalie find themselves in the bottom two and have to dance again, with Ainsley and Natalie the latest to leave the competition."
2015-10-31
"In a Halloween themed special there is a spooky group dance, and the remaining 11 couples perform for the judges. Georgia and Giovanni are top of the leader board with a score of 35 for their Ghostbusters themed Tango, with Carol and Pasha bottom with 13 for their Rumba."
2015-11-01
"In the Halloween Special results show there is a chess themed group pro dance plus music from James Morrison. Kirsty and Brendan, and Jamelia and Tristan find themselves in the bottom two and have to dance again, with Kirsty and Brendan becoming the latest couple to leave the competition."
2015-11-07
"At the midway point of the competition, the final 10 couples perform. Peter and Janette find themselves at the top of the judges leader board with 38 points (the highest of the season) for their Charleston. Carol and Pasha are again bottom with just 17 for their American Smooth."
2015-11-08
"There is a Remembrance Day special group Pro dance to In the Mood, plus music from Seal. In a shock, Kellie and Kevin (in his first ever dance off) find themselves in the bottom two, along with Carol and Pasha, with Carol and Pasha being voted out by the judges."
2015-11-14
"The final 9 pairs dance it out for a place in next week's Blackpool special. Georgia and Giovanni are top of the judges leader board with a score of 39 points (the current highest of the season) for their Chicago based Charleston, with Jeremy and Karen bottom with 21 for their Quickstep."
2015-11-15
"There is a group Pro dance to the music of Years & Years, plus music from other guest Brandon Flowers. Jamelia and Tristan again find themselves in the bottom two, along with Jeremy and Karen. Jeremy and Karen become the latest pair to be voted off the competition."
2015-11-21
"In this season's Blackpool special there is a full group dance, and the remaining 8 couples take to the Tower Ballroom floor. For the first time Peter and Janette find themselves bottom of the judges leader board with a score of 29 for their Jive, with Georgia and Giovanni again top, with 38 for their American Smooth. Anita and Gleb, and Kellie and Kevin also both score their first '10s' of the season."
2015-11-22
"In this week's results show from the Tower Ballroom, Blackpool, there is a group pro dance plus music from Anastacia and Take That. Jamelia and Tristan find themselves in the bottom two for the 5th time, along with Peter and Janette for their first. Both compete again in the dance off with Jamelia and Tristan controversially being voted off the show. For the first time this season the judges were split, with Len choosing to send Peter and Janette home."
2015-11-28
"The final 7 couples perform their main dance, plus a 'Quickstepathon' for judges votes. Helen and Aljaz get the best main dance score, with 39 for their Viennese Waltz (their first '10s' of the season). After the 'Quickstepathon' (which Helen and Aljaz won), they remain top of the leader board with a score of 46, with Peter and Janette bottom with a score of 32."
2015-11-29
"There is a laundrette themed pro group dance, plus music from guests Adam Lambert and Il Divo. Kellie and Kevin, and Peter and Janette find themselves in the bottom two and have to dance again, with Peter and Janette the latest to leave the competition."
2015-12-05
"In this Musicals Special there is a group pro dance to That's Entertainment, and each of the remaining 6 couples perform a musicals based dance. Anita and Gleb find themselves bottom of the judges leader board with a score of 31 for their Argentine Tango to Cell Block Tango from Chicago. Top are Jay and Aliona for their Rumba from the musical Once."
2015-12-06
"There is a group pro dance with the West End cast of The Lion King, and music from guest Josh Groban. In another shock, Helen and Aljaz, and Georgia and Giovanni find themselves in the bottom two and dance again, with Helen and Aljaz being voted out of the competition."
2015-12-12
"The final 5 couples perform two dances each for a chance to get through to the final. Kellie and Kevin receive the best judges score of the night (39 for their American Smooth), with Katie and Anton the lowest (just 25 for their Charleston). When both dance scores are added together, Kellie and Kevin are top of the leader board with 73\/80, with Katie and Anton bottom with a combined score of 56\/80."
2015-12-13
"There is a group pro dance plus music from special guest Kylie Minogue. Katie and Anton, and Anita and Gleb find themselves in the bottom two and dance again, with Anita and Gleb just falling short of the Grand Final, and leaving the competition."
2015-12-12
"The final 5 couples perform two dances each for a chance to get through to the final. Kellie and Kevin receive the best judges score of the night (39 for their American Smooth), with Katie and Anton the lowest (just 25 for their Charleston). When both dance scores are added together, Kellie and Kevin are top of the leader board with 73\/80, with Katie and Anton bottom with a combined score of 56\/80."
2015-12-13
"There is a group pro dance plus music from special guest Kylie Minogue. Katie and Anton, and Anita and Gleb find themselves in the bottom two and dance again, with Anita and Gleb just falling short of the Grand Final, and leaving the competition."
Season 14 - Strictly Come Dancing
2016-10-01
"All 15 couples hit the dance floor, together for the first time, in a dance floor spectacular. Every step counts as the judges' scores from last week are combined with those from this show. The celebrities are dancing for survival as the two lowest-scoring couples will face the dreaded dance-off in Sunday's Results Show.\n\nThe pressure is on. No-one wants to be the first to leave the competition."
2016-10-02
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman return as your hosts for an unforgettable evening of Strictly drama, in the first results show of the series. The judges' scores and public votes are in and the two couples with the lowest score dance off against each other, and one of them will chasse out of the competition for good. Plus our professional dancers will be treating us to a spectacular routine accompanying the legendary Barry Gibb."
2016-10-09
"It is time for another couple to leave the show as movie weekend builds to its finale. The only sequel in Strictly is the dreaded dance-off, and no-one wants to find themselves in the bottom two. Plus Michael Ball and Alfie Boe perform a classic track from a Hollywood blockbuster."
2016-10-22
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman invite you to join them for another evening of glitter and glamour as the 11 remaining couples hit the dance floor for a ballroom battle to stay in the show. Voting lines will open at the end of the programme. Once the judges' scores have been added to viewer votes, the two lowest-scoring couples will perform again in the dance-off in the results show."
2016-10-23
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman welcome you to another exciting results show full of dance drama. The judges' scores and public votes have been combined, and the two couples with the lowest score will dance off against each other before 11 couples become 10. Including a performance from LeAnn Rimes. Who will survive another week, and who will be cha cha cha-ing off the dance floor?"
2016-11-13
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present the results of last night's viewers' vote, and reveal which couples are guaranteed a place in next week's show. The two lowest scoring pairs compete in a dance-off, before one of them leaves the contest. Plus, the professional dancers give a special performance for Remembrance Day and Andre Rieu gives his rendition of Hallelujah."
2016-11-19
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman invite viewers to join them for a memorable show at the historic Blackpool Tower Ballroom as the remaining seven celebrities battle it out on the world-famous dance floor. The show opens with a special Strictly performance from the professional dancers and celebrities, inspired by Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. Voting lines open at the end of the show. Once the judges' scores have been added to viewer votes, the two lowest-scoring couples will perform again in the dreaded dance-off in the results show."
2016-11-26
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman invite viewers to join them for an evening of sequins and sparkles as the remaining couples hit the ballroom floor. The competition is at melting point as the six surviving couples dance not once, but twice, pivoting, twisting and turning to keep the glitterball trophy in their sights. After performing their routine, all six couples compete on the dance floor at the same time in the Cha Cha Challenge to earn valuable extra marks from the judges. Voting lines will open at the end of the show. Once the judges' scores have been added to viewer votes, the two lowest-scoring couples will perform again in the dreaded dance-off in the results show."
2016-11-27
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman welcome viewers to another exciting results show. The judges' scores and public votes have been combined, and the two couples with the lowest scores dance off against each other, before six couples become five. Pop songstress Ellie Goulding performs her new track Falling for You, and the professional dancers perform another amazing group routine."
2016-12-03
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman invite viewers to join them for an evening of sequins and sparkles as the remaining couples hit the ballroom floor. Voting lines will open at the end of the show. Once the judges' scores have been added to viewer votes, the two lowest-scoring couples will perform again in the dreaded dance-off in the results show."
2016-12-04
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman welcome viewers to another exciting results show. The judges' scores and public votes have been combined, and the two couples with the lowest scores dance off against each other, before one couple leaves the show."
2016-12-10
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman invite viewers to join them for the semi-final of Strictly Come Dancing. Fifteen couples have been whittled down to just four, with each couple having to perform two dances for a chance to win a place in the Strictly grand final. Voting lines will open at the end of the show. Once the judges' scores have been added to viewer votes, the two lowest-scoring couples will perform again in the dreaded dance-off in the results show."
2016-12-11
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman welcome viewers to the semi-final results show. The judges' scores and public votes have been combined, and the two couples with the lowest scores dance off against each other, before four couple become three. Featuring a routine by the professional dancers and a musical performance by Sting."
2016-12-11
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman welcome viewers to the semi-final results show. The judges' scores and public votes have been combined, and the two couples with the lowest scores dance off against each other, before four couple become three. Featuring a routine by the professional dancers and a musical performance by Sting."
Season 15 - Strictly Come Dancing
2017-11-24
"The seven remaining pro-celebrity duos return to the Elstree studio, in the wake of their expedition to the Lancashire coast last weekend for the annual Blackpool Tower special. The competition will be no less intense on coming back to familiar territory, though, as the celebrities and their seasoned dancing partners draw closer to the grand final. Judges Shirley Ballas, Bruno Tonioli, Darcey Bussell and Craig Revel Horwood are on hand to assess each pairing's skills as they perform their individual routines, before they all tackle the Paso Doble at the same time in a `Pasodoblathon'. As ever, though, the impressing the judges is only half of the battle, as the stars must also gain the approval of the viewing public, who are given a chance to have their say over who should stay in the running."
Season 16 - Strictly Come Dancing
2018-12-25
"This year the leading ladies set to spread Christmas joy on the dancefloor are Anita Rani (series 13), Ann Widdecombe (series 8) and Caroline Flack (series 12). The gentlemen set to rock around the Christmas tree are Aston Merrygold (series 15), Jake Wood (series 12) and Michael Vaughan (series 10). The theme for this year's festive extravaganza is fairy tales and making dreams come true. Each of the six couples will perform a Christmas inspired routine in a bid to be crowned Christmas champions 2018."
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Season 18 - Strictly Come Dancing
Season 19 - Strictly Come Dancing
Season 20 - Strictly Come Dancing
2022-09-23
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman host the launch of the 20th series, joined by judges Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke, Craig Revel Horwood and Motsi Mabuse as they welcome 15 new celebrities to the Strictly ballroom. Featuring a guest appearance by John Legend, and last year's champions Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice reprising their winning routine"
2022-09-24
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman host the first live show of the series. Judges Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke and Shirley Ballas assess the routines of the 15 couples, with the scores they award tonight being carried over to next week when viewers will have their chance to vote. Plus, a special group routine from the professional dancers"
2022-10-01
"Our 15 new couples return to the Strictly ballroom. They\u2019ve broken in their dancing shoes and are now performing live to keep their place in the competition. This week, not only do they have to impress the judges but also the viewers at home, as for the first time this series, the public vote will open."
2022-10-02
"Two couples face the first dance-off of the series. Entertaining us all in the ballroom is the legendary Robbie Williams."
2022-10-08
"It's time to roll out the red carpet as Strictly Come Dancing takes you to the movies. Our remaining couples' routines take their inspiration from the silver screen."
2022-10-09
"Two couples face a Movie Week dance-off. With a guest performance by Adam Lambert."
2022-10-16
"The results show opens with a routine from our professional dancers and George Ezra performing in the Strictly Ballroom. One couple's fate hangs in the balance as your votes at home decide who will be in the bottom two and who has to fight for their place in the competition. Who will stay and who will go through to the BBC100 Special next week? Find out tonight"
2022-10-22
"To celebrate 100 years of the BBC, the couples dance to iconic BBC theme tunes."
2022-12-11
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present the semi-final of the pro-celebrity contest, for which Fleur, Hamza, Helen, Molly and Will must master two brand new routines to win the approval of judges and viewers alike and secure a place in next week's grand final"
2022-12-12
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman announce the results of the judges' scores and viewers' votes, with the two couples with the lowest combined scores taking part in a dance-off to decide who will be next to leave the contest and who will win the last place in next week's final. Craig Revel Horwood joins the professionals for a special routine, and there is music from Lewis Capaldi"
2022-12-17
"The final 4, Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman introduce the climax of this year's series."
2022-12-25
"Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present the annual special, which sees singer Nicola Roberts, DJ Rickie Haywood-Williams, podcaster Rosie Ramsey, actor Larry Lamb, CBBC presenter George Webster and former Corrie star Alexandra Mardell perform festive routines in the hope of lifting the coveted Strictly Christmas trophy. There's also a special performance from a ghost of Strictly past - Bruno Tonioli. Is Anton's judging seat safe?"
Season 21 - Strictly Come Dancing
2023-12-02
"The week of the musicals special has arrived, and it opens with a beautiful My Fair Lady group number from our professional dancers. Our remaining couples will take to the ballroom floor, with more incredible routines inspired by the world of musical theatre.\n\nWho will steal the limelight? Everyone wants to secure their place in next week\u2019s semi-final, so expect showstopping performances and a magical night of dance."
2023-12-03
"This week's results show opens with our professional dancers performing a dazzling routine inspired by Chorus Line, and also features music from Joss Stone singing This Time from the brand new musical The Time Traveller's Wife.\n\nWill your votes at home change the musicals week leaderboard? The two couples with the lowest combined score will face each other in the dance-off. Which of our couples will be your 2023 semi-finalists?"
2023-12-09
"It's the semi-final, with our couples performing twice in their bid to make it through to the grand final. It will be the most challenging week yet for our celebrities as they master two brand new routines, hoping to wow the judges and win your votes at home. The Glitterball Trophy is within touching distance for our remaining couples. No-one wants to lose their spot in next week\u2019s final."
2023-12-10
"The final results show of 2023 opens with a fantastic group number from our Strictly professionals and an incredible music performance from Take That. Your votes at home have never been more important as you are choosing your Strictly Come Dancing 2023 finalists. The two couples with the lowest overall points will go head-to-head in the last dance-off of the series."
2023-12-16
"It\u2019s the grand final of Strictly Come Dancing 2023. After 12 weeks of competition, we have our finalists, and one of them will lift the Glitterball Trophy tonight. Join Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman as our remaining couples perform three incredible routines in a bid to be your Strictly Champion.\n\nCher will be performing and the cast of 2023 will return for one more epic routine. In the final, the judges\u2019 scores are for guidance only the winner lies entirely in your hands.\n\nWho will you crown Strictly Come Dancing Champion 2023?"
2023-12-25
"Strictly Come Dancing returns to the ballroom for a Christmas special bringing festive fun, frolics and fab-u-lous dancing for all the family to enjoy on Christmas Day. Join Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman as six stars take to the floor in a bid to be crowned Christmas Champion 2023. Will the judges be naughty or nice this year? Sam Ryder performs in the ballroom and there are two spectacular group routines guaranteed to bring Christmas cheer."
Season 22 - Strictly Come Dancing
2024-09-29
"It's the first results show of the series, plus music from Ezra Collective ft Yazmin Lacey."
2024-10-12
"The competition continues as Tess and Claud welcome our couples back to the ballroom. With record-breaking performances achieved already this series, who knows what we can expect tonight."
2024-10-13
"It\u2019s results time as our couples find out who is at risk of leaving the competition. There\u2019s also music from Snow Patrol and our professionals perform a love story to a Taylor Swift classic."
2024-10-19
"Tess and Claud welcome you to another weekend of Strictly as our remaining couples show off the results of their latest week of training."
2024-10-20
"Sophie Ellis-Bextor performs live in the studio, our professionals perform a fiery paso doble, and two couples go head-to-head in the dreaded dance-off."
2024-10-26
"It\u2019s fright night in the ballroom! Expect terrifying transformations as our remaining couples get into the Halloween spirit with some spooky new routines."
2024-10-27
"Halloween weekend continues, and things get frightening for our couples as they find out the results. Lady Blackbird provides the music, and our professionals perform a Beetlejuice-inspired routine."
2024-11-02
"For the first time in Strictly history, it\u2019s Icons Week in the ballroom, with the couples performing routines that honour some of the most influential music artists of all time."
2024-11-03
"In honour of Icons Week, our professionals celebrate Beyonc\u00e9 with a very special routine, and there is music from pop group Dear Alice, all ahead of the dance-off."
2024-11-09
"The battle for Blackpool is on! Our couples return to the dance floor, with routines they hope will earn them a place at the iconic Tower Ballroom next weekend. The judges cast their expert eyes over the performances before you get the chance to vote for your favourite. Who will impress you tonight?"
2024-11-10
"The stakes are high in the ballroom, as all roads now lead to Blackpool. There\u2019s also music from Ball & Boe and a poignant routine from our professionals to mark Remembrance Sunday."
2024-11-16
"Strictly returns to its second home, the Blackpool Tower Ballroom. Our professionals give a spectacular performance starring the Pet Shop Boys before our couples take to the world-famous dance floor."
2024-11-17
"It\u2019s back to the Tower Ballroom for the latest round of results. Which two couples will have to dance again for the judges? The Pet Shop Boys provide the music, and our professionals perform an incredible group number. With the competition tougher than ever, anyone could be the next to leave."
2024-11-23
"Our couples return to the Strictly ballroom and take on a brand new challenge, the first ever samba-thon. Who will volta their way to victory?"
2024-11-24
"Tess and Claud return with the results as our couples find out who has made it through to next weekend\u2019s musicals special. And two more couples go head-to-head in the dance-off."
2024-11-30
"It\u2019s curtain-up on musicals week as our professionals open the show with a number from Little Shop of Horrors."
2024-12-01
"It\u2019s act two of our musicals weekend, with a place in the semi-final at stake. Our professionals dance to a classic from Sunset Boulevard, and the cast of Hamilton also perform in the studio."
2024-12-07
"It\u2019s semi-final weekend in the ballroom, and that means double dancing for our remaining couples as they perform two brand new routines."
2024-12-08
"The tension is high in the ballroom, with the glitterball now in touching distance. After 12 weeks of competition, who has done enough to earn a place in next week\u2019s grand final?"
2024-12-14
"Tess and Claud welcome you to the biggest night in the ballroom, the Strictly Come Dancing grand final. After months of dancing and many hours of training, it all comes down to this."
2024-12-21
"Join Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman for a sparkling celebration of two decades of Strictly Come Dancing."
2024-12-25
"Join Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman as six stars test out their festive footwork in a bid to impress the judges and be crowned Christmas Champion 2024."
