RuPaul's Drag Race — Season 13
In shady times, let there be light.
About this season
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".
Episodes (16)
1. The Pork Chop
7.5Aired 1 January 2021 • 64 min
After making their werk room entrances, the queens face off in a series of Lip Sync for Your Life battles.
2. Condragulations
6.5Aired 8 January 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."
3. Phenomenon
7.7Aired 15 January 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.
4. RuPaulmark Channel
7.5Aired 22 January 2021 • 64 min
After the queens come together for the first time, RuPaul hosts a holiday movie marathon featuring Hallmark Channel-inspired parodies.
5. The Bag Ball
9.0Aired 29 January 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.
6. Disco-Mentary
3.2Aired 5 February 2021 • 64 min
The queens funk it up in a disco-dancing documentary, complete with 70s fashions.
7. Bossy Rossy Ruboot
10.0Aired 12 February 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.
8. Social Media: The Unverified Rusical
9.0Aired 19 February 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 Devil Wears Prada) makes a virtual appearance in the workroom.
9. Snatch Game
9.0Aired 5 March 2021 • 64 min
The queens impersonate celebrities in the legendary Snatch Game. LGBT activist TS Madison guest judges.
10. Freaky Friday Queens
4.5Aired 12 March 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 Margolis makes an appearance.
11. Pop! Goes the Queens
8.0Aired 19 March 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 workroom.
12. Nice Queens Roast
10.0Aired 26 March 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 judges; Norvina (Instant Influencer) makes a guest appearance.
13. Henny, I Shrunk the Drag Queens!
8.5Aired 2 April 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) makes a virtual appearance in the workroom.
14. Gettin' Lucky
7.0Aired 9 April 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.
15. Reunited
3.0Aired 16 April 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 videos, and a special lip sync.
16. Grand Finale
6.0Aired 23 April 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 Congeniality.