RuPaul's Drag Race: Season 13
The thirteenth season of RuPaul's Drag Race premiered on January 1 and concluded on April 23, 2021. The cast was announced via Twitter on December 9, 2020. The competition is broadcast on VH1 in the United States and showcases 13 new queens competing for the title of "America's Next Drag Superstar".
Season 13 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 RuPaul's Drag Race Season 12.
- 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.
Season overview
The thirteenth season of RuPaul's Drag Race premiered on January 1 and concluded on April 23, 2021. The cast was announced via Twitter on December 9, 2020. The competition is broadcast on VH1 in the United States and showcases 13 new queens competing for the title of "America's Next Drag Superstar".
Episode Guide
Season 13 Progress Shield
The Pork Chop
Jan 1, 2021 · 64 min
After making their werk room entrances, the queens face off in a series of Lip Sync for Your Life battles.
Condragulations
Jan 8, 2021 · 64 min
After the first contestant of the season is voted out, the queens stomp the runway in a fashion show, then perform a special version of RuPaul's song "Condragulations."
Phenomenon
Jan 15, 2021 · 63 min
The previously chopped queens return to walk in a fashion runway show, then perform a choreographed number to RuPaul's song "Phenomenon," and comedian Nicole Byer guest judges.
RuPaulmark Channel
Jan 22, 2021 · 64 min
After the queens come together for the first time, RuPaul hosts a holiday movie marathon featuring Hallmark Channel-inspired parodies.
The Bag Ball
Jan 29, 2021 · 64 min
Tensions rise as queens put their design skills to the test in a pageant of bag-inspired couture, and showcase three bag-themed looks.
Disco-Mentary
Feb 5, 2021 · 64 min
The queens funk it up in a disco-dancing documentary, complete with 70s fashions.
Bossy Rossy Ruboot
Feb 12, 2021 · 64 min
The queens flex their improv skills in a reboot of the salacious talk show "Bossy Rossy," hosted by Ross Mathews; LGBT activist TS Madison guest judges.
Social Media: The Unverified Rusical
Feb 19, 2021 · 64 min
It's time for the Rusical! Queens must record lyrics and learn choreography as they perform in a tale on social media. Choreographer Jamal Sims guest judges; Anne Hathaway (The Dev
Snatch Game
Mar 5, 2021 · 64 min
The queens impersonate celebrities in the legendary Snatch Game. LGBT activist TS Madison guest judges.
Freaky Friday Queens
Mar 12, 2021 · 64 min
It's Freaky Friday! The queens are challenged to make over each other into their own drag doppelgangers. Comedian and host Loni Love (Soul Plane) guest judges; psychic Char Margoli
Pop! Goes the Queens
Mar 19, 2021 · 64 min
The queens must create and brand their own versions of extravagant soft drinks. Current reigning America's Next Drag Superstar Jaida Essence Hall makes a virtual appearance in the
Nice Queens Roast
Mar 26, 2021 · 64 min
The queens take part in a comedy roast of former Drag Race "Miss Congeniality" winners - Heidi N Closet, Nina West and Valentina. Comedian and host Loni Love (Soul Plane) guest jud
Henny, I Shrunk the Drag Queens!
Apr 2, 2021 · 64 min
The queens flex their acting skills in a new sci-fi adventure, playing tiny shrunken drag queens. Cynthia Erivo (Genius: Aretha) guest judges; Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow) make
Gettin' Lucky
Apr 9, 2021 · 64 min
The queens write and record lyrics as they perform to the world premiere of RuPaul's new song "Lucky". Choreographer Jamal Sims (Disney's Aladdin) makes a guest appearance.
Reunited
Apr 16, 2021 · 83 min
The season 13 queens are back to dish on all the moments that made this season unforgettable. This gag-worthy reunion will feature up close and personal interviews, original music
Grand Finale
Apr 23, 2021 · 64 min
It's time to crown our winner, baby! The top 4 queens compete in a finale lip sync smackdown in the race to crown "America's Next Drag Superstar." The queens also pick a Miss Conge