where can i watch the new season of rupaul's drag race

The new season of RuPaul’s Drag Race (Season 18, early 2026) airs on MTV in the US, with multiple live TV streaming options and on-demand platforms carrying the show.

Where to watch live (US)

You can watch new episodes when they first air on MTV via several live TV streaming bundles:

• Hulu + Live TV (includes MTV and DVR).

• DIRECTV STREAM (Entertainment or higher with MTV).

• Fubo (Pro plan with MTV).

• Philo (includes MTV at a lower price point).

• Some cable or satellite packages that still carry MTV in their regular channel lineup.

These services let you tune in Fridays when Season 18 premieres on January 2, 2026, and then every week after.

On-demand and past seasons

If you want to catch up or prefer on‑demand viewing:

• Paramount+ carries many seasons of RuPaul’s Drag Race and related content in the US and some other regions.

• Past and sometimes current seasons are also available via:
  • Apple TV (purchase by episode/season).

* Amazon/Prime Video store (purchase).

* Fandango at Home/Vudu (purchase).

* Free (with ads) on Pluto TV for select seasons.

Outside the US

Availability changes by country, but common patterns include:

• Local versions of Paramount+, MTV, or partner channels in your region.
• WOW Presents Plus for many international territories that don’t get the main MTV/Paramount+ feed.

• Using a legal streaming service plus a VPN to access the US MTV/streamer lineup where permitted by local law.

Quick viewing tips

• Check your country on a guide site like JustWatch to see exactly which services carry RuPaul’s Drag Race where you live.

• If you only want the latest season in the US, your simplest path is:
  1. Subscribe to a live TV streaming service that includes MTV (Hulu + Live TV, Philo, etc.).

2. Record episodes with built‑in DVR so you can binge on your own schedule.

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