It’s camp, it’s fabulous and it’s just a little bitchy…the British iteration of "RuPaul's Drag Race" is back for season 6! With 12 new Queens taking to the runway in a bid to be crowned the U.K.’s next Drag Superstar, here’s how to watch "RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K." season 6 from anywhere with a VPN — and potentially for free.
"RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K." season 6 premiered on Thursday, September 26 at 8 p.m. BST / 3 p.m. ET / 12 pm PT / 5 am AEST (Fri). The final is set for Thursday, November 28.
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• U.S. & AU — Wow Presents Plus
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As always, Mama Ru runs proceedings, with help from the ever faithful Michelle Visage alongside British TV icons Graham Norton and Alan Carr. Guest judges this year include the likes of "BGT" judge Amanda Holden, "X-Factor" winner Alexandra Burke, "Derry Girls" actress Siobhán McSweeney and "Big Brother" presenter AJ Odudu. Pop icons Claire Richards and Rachel Stevens have appeared, while Duran Duran legend Simon Le Bon has also graced the show.
As for our Queens, the starting line up included Actavia, who is looking to burst from her small Welsh town in style, fellow Welshie Marmalade, who calls herself the "crown jewel of Cardiff drag", former "Britain’s Got Talent" contestant La Voix and Dita Garbo, the oldest contestant in "Drag Race U.K." herstory. There’s also "pop culture parrot" Charra Tea and Chanel O’Conor, a seamstress who made all outfits she’ll be sporting on the show.
*Spoilers follow*
After 9 tough weeks, just four queens remain. Taking to the runway one last time are: Kyran Thrax, La Voix, Marmalade and Rileasa Slaves.
Ready to werk yourself into a frenzy? Read on to find out how to watch "RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K." season 6 online and from anywhere.
Watch 'RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K.' season 6 for free in the U.K.
Watch 'RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K.' season 6 from abroad
Thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network), "RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K." season 6 should be available to Brits no matter where they are. The software allows your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you find yourself. Our favorite is NordVPN.
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're away in the U.S., and want to view your usual U.K. service, you'd select U.K. from the list.
3. Sit back and enjoy the show. Head to BBC iPlayer and watch "RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K." season 6.
Watch 'RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K.' season 6 around the world
How to watch 'RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K.' season 6 in the U.S.
U.S. viewers will want to head to the one-stop-drag-shop of WOW Presents Plus where weekly episodes of "Drag Race U.K." season 6 drop in line with the U.K. every Thursday.
Memberships costs just $4.99 per month or $49.99 per year and will get you "Drag Race" iterations from all over the globe as well as a whole host of other LGBTQ+ content.
If you are a Brit travelling in the States, you can catch the show by using a VPN such as NordVPN, choosing U.K. from the list and heading to BBC iPlayer.
How to watch 'RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K.' season 6 in Canada
Crave is the home of "Drag Race U.K." in Canada, with season 6 episodes dropping every Thursday.
Monthly subscriptions start from CA$9.99 (plus tax), but there's a 7-day free trial for new users.
If you are a Brit in the Great White North on work or for vacation you can catch the show by using a VPN such as NordVPN.
How to watch 'RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K.' season 6 in Australia
Aussies looking to stream "Drag Race U.K." season 6 will also need a WOW Presents Plus subscription with episodes landing each Friday.
If you are a Brit abroad in Oz, you can catch the show by using a VPN such as NordVPN.
All you need to know about 'RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K.' season 6
Below we have all the extra information you'll need on "RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K." season 6.
What's the latest from 'Drag Race U.K. season 6'?
The BBC recap for episode 8 reads: "Roll up, roll up! RuPaul’s search for the UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar is nearly over as we reach the semi-final, and this week, the queens’ comedy chops are tested with a circus-themed comedy roast challenge. The semi-finalist queens step into the Drag Race Big Top to secure a place in next week’s finale. It’s a nerve-wracking time for the remaining queens who have come so far, and thankfully, two of the Drag Race UK sisterhood and former roast challenge winners, Ella Vaday and Michael Marouli, are on hand to help. Meanwhile, Bafta-winning star of Derry Girls Siobhan McSweeney joins RuPaul as his extra-special guest judge alongside Michelle Visage and Alan Carr as yet another queen sashays away"
Runway Themes: Semi-Final Vinyl
Guest Judge: Siobhán McSweeney
Lip-Sync Song: "Crazy What Love Can Do" by David Guetta, Becky Hill and Ella Henderson
Eliminated: Lill
'RuPaul's Drag Race U.K.' season 6 episode schedule
Episode 1 - "Cabaret Talent Show": Thursday, September 26
Episode 2 - "Stitch & Strut": Thursday, October 3
Episode 3 - "Brit-flicks": Thursday, October 10
Episode 4 - "Ghoul Power": Thursday, October 17
Episode 5 - "Sofa Showdown": Thursday, October 24
Episode 6 - "Snatch Game": Thursday, October 31
Episode 7 - "Pop of the Tops - Live: The Rusical": Thursday, November 7
Episode 8 - "All in the Drag Family" : Thursday, November 14
Episode 9 - "Send in the Clowns": Thursday, November 21
Episode 10: Thursday, November 28
Who are the Queens of 'RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K.' season 6?
- Actavia, 21 from Bala, Wales Eliminated
- Chanel O'Conor, 25 from Isle of Bute, Scotland Eliminated
- Charra Tea, 23 from Belfast, Northern Ireland Eliminated
- Dira Garbo, 48 from Folkestone, Kent Eliminated
- Kiki Snatch, 25 from London, England Eliminated
- Kyran Thrax, 26 from Lancashire, England
- La Voix, 43 from Stockton-on-Tees, England
- Lill, 36 from Manchester, England Eliminated
- Marmalade, 24 from Cardiff, Wales
- Rileasa Slaves, 32 from London England
- Saki Yew, 33 from Manchester, England Withdrew
- Zahirah Zapanta, 28 from Nottingham, England Eliminated
Who are the 'RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K.' season 6 judges?
The BBC had this to say about the "Drag Race U.K." judges: "RuPaul leads an esteemed judging panel that includes regular judges, Michelle Visage, Alan Carr, Graham Norton and a bevy of celebrity guest judges. Together they deliberate the fate of the queens, but it is queen of queens, Mama Ru who has the final word on who shantays or sashays away from the competition."
Who are the 'RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K.' season 6 guest judges?
As always, "Drag Race U.K." season 6, will feature an eclectic mix of guest judges, they are:
- Alison Goldfrapp, musician & record producer
- Amanda Holden, actress & "Britain's Got Talent" judge
- Beverley Knight, singer & actress
- Simon Le Bon, Duran Duran frontman
- Mabel, singer-songwriter
- Kristen McMenamy, model
- Siobhán McSweeney, "Derry Girls" actress
- AJ Odudu, "Big Brother" presenter
- Claire Richards, Steps band member
- Alexandra Burke, "X-Factor" winner
- Claudimar Neto, dancer & choreographer
- Aaron Renfree, dancer & choreographer
- Jon Lee, singer and actor
- Rachel Stevens, S-Club 7 band member
What can new viewers expect from 'RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K.' season 6?
The official BBC synopsis reads: "International drag icon, RuPaul, is back in Blighty with his award winning, cult competitive reality show. So control your excitement as twelve amazing drag queens compete to be crowned The UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar in one of the world’s most glamorous, funniest, and fiercely entertaining reality TV competitions. This year, Ru has many treats in store for viewers. Famed for its unpredictability, fans will be delighted with Ru’s new handpicked cast of rambunctious, crown thirsty queens and a competition with even more twists, turns, and sass."
Is there a 'RuPaul’s Drag Race U.K.' season 6 spin-off?
Previous seasons of "Drag Race U.K." have been followed by "The After Shave", hosted by season 4 winner Danny Beard. However there's no confirmation of whether the after-show will air alongside season 6.
There has also been a full fledged competition spin-off, "RuPaul's Drag Race: UK vs. the World" which featured queens from the U.K. version alongside queens from "Drag Race" franchises around the world. It has so far aired two seasons.
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