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".
January 8, 2021
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."
Episode 3
Phenomenon
January 15, 2021
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.
Episode 4
RuPaulmark Channel
January 22, 2021
After the queens come together for the first time, RuPaul hosts a holiday movie marathon featuring Hallmark Channel-inspired parodies.
Episode 5
The Bag Ball
January 29, 2021
Tensions rise as queens put their design skills to the test in a pageant of bag-inspired couture, and showcase three bag-themed looks.
Episode 6
Disco-Mentary
February 5, 2021
The queens funk it up in a disco-dancing documentary, complete with 70s fashions.
Episode 7
Bossy Rossy Ruboot
February 12, 2021
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.
Episode 8
Social Media: The Unverified Rusical
February 19, 2021
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.
Episode 9
Snatch Game
March 5, 2021
The queens impersonate celebrities in the legendary Snatch Game. LGBT activist TS Madison guest judges.
Episode 10
Freaky Friday Queens
March 12, 2021
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.
Episode 11
Pop! Goes the Queens
March 19, 2021
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.
Episode 12
Nice Queens Roast
March 26, 2021
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.
Episode 13
Henny, I Shrunk the Drag Queens!
April 2, 2021
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.
Episode 14
Gettin' Lucky
April 9, 2021
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.
Episode 15
Reunited
April 16, 2021
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.
Episode 16
Grand Finale
April 23, 2021
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.
