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Drag Race UK Ditches BBC for New Platform
9 Sep
Summary
- Drag Race UK is leaving the BBC after eight series.
- Future seasons will air on Wow Presents Plus streaming service.
- The BBC cited significant financial pressures for the move.
After eight seasons, Drag Race UK will no longer be broadcast on the BBC. The broadcaster confirmed the move, attributing it to "significant financial pressures" and the necessity of making "very difficult choices." Future seasons of the popular drag competition, including its "vs The World" spin-off, will exclusively stream on Wow Presents Plus, a platform owned by the production company. This transition marks a new era for the show, which has been a staple of British entertainment since its debut in 2019.
The current season of Drag Race UK, which began in September 2026, will continue its run on BBC Three and remain available on iPlayer. All existing series will also remain accessible after the platform change. A special "Drag Race UK All Stars" season, featuring returning fan favorites, is slated to premiere in Autumn 2027 exclusively on Wow Presents Plus, signaling the show's continued production and evolution.
The BBC expressed pride in the "groundbreaking show" and thanked RuPaul and everyone involved. The decision aligns with the corporation's broader efforts to achieve £500 million in savings. While the future of other international Drag Race series on the BBC remains uncertain, Drag Race UK's move highlights the evolving landscape of television broadcasting and streaming.
