Dancing with the Stars: Season 23
Season 23 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Dancing with the Stars Season 22.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 23 Progress Shield
Week 1 Fall 2016
Sep 12, 2016
Dancing with the Stars is back with its most dynamic cast yet and ready to hit the ballroom floor. Each couple will perform a Jive, Foxtrot, Cha Cha or Viennese Waltz, vying for Am
Week 2: TV Night
Sep 19, 2016
The 13 celebrities dance to some of the most beloved television theme songs from the past and present. Each couple will perform a cha cha, Argentine Tango, jive, Paso Doble, tango,
Week 2: Results Show
Sep 20, 2016
The first elimination of the season takes place, based on combined viewer and judges' scores from weeks 1 and 2.
Week 3: Face Off Night
Sep 26, 2016
An exciting, brand-new theme night comes to the show, as the 12 remaining celebrities find themselves pitted against each other in a quest to keep themselves immune from eliminatio
Week 3: Results Show
Sep 27, 2016
Florida Georgia Line, CMA Award winners for Vocal Duo of the Year, will perform their number one hits "Cruise" and "H.O.L.Y.," and Fitz and The Tantrums will perform "HandClap," fr
Week 4: Cirque du Soleil Night
Oct 3, 2016
The 11 remaining teams perform a dance inspired by a Cirque du Soleil show, while Cirque du Soleil acrobats, aerialists, dancers and fire stick performers perform alongside them.
Week 4: Results Show
Oct 4, 2016
A surprise double elimination takes place and DNCE performs their new single.
Week 5: Most Memorable Year
Oct 10, 2016
The nine remaining celebrities will set out to leave a lasting impression with their dances as they commemorate their most memorable year.
Week 6: Latin Night
Oct 17, 2016
The nine remaining celebrities ready themselves for Latin Night, with each celebrity performing either a rumba, salsa, samba, paso doble, cha cha or Argentine tango. Plus, Pitbull
Week 7: Eras Night
Oct 24, 2016
The eight remaining celebrities dance to popular songs throughout the decades.
Week 8: Halloween Night
Oct 31, 2016
The seven remaining couples compete on a Halloween-themed night.
Week 9: Showstoppers Night
Nov 7, 2016
The six remaining celebrities will dance two show-stopping dances – one from some of the hottest Broadway musicals, and a second where they are paired up for a “Team-Up Challenge.”
Week 10: Semi-Finals
Nov 14, 2016
The five remaining couples advance to the Semi-Finals in one of the show's tightest competitions ever. Each couple will dance two dances - one being a style the couple has not danc
Week 11: Finals Pt. 1
Nov 21, 2016
The four finalists each perform two dances – a Redemption Style dance, and a freestyle dance. In addition, Grammy Award-winning Train performs, plus a special performance from the
Week 11: Finals Pt. 2
Nov 22, 2016
All 13 couples rejoin for a high-energy opening number, and the Season 23 champion is crowned.