You can watch RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 18 on MTV in the U.S., with streaming through Paramount+ and several live‑TV streaming services, and internationally through WOW Presents Plus.

Where to watch in the U.S.

  • New episodes air on MTV on Friday nights starting January 2, 2026.
  • You can stream episodes in the U.S. and Latin America on Paramount+ , which carries Drag Race as part of its regular catalog.
  • Major live‑TV streaming bundles that include MTV (and thus Season 18) include:
    • Hulu + Live TV
* DIRECTV Stream

* Fubo

* Philo (listed as carrying Season 18 as it becomes available)

Watching outside the U.S.

  • For most international regions, episodes are available on WOW Presents Plus , which is the official global streaming home for Drag Race outside of MTV/Paramount+ territories.
  • If MTV or Paramount+ is not available in your country, WOW Presents Plus is usually the primary legal way to watch Season 18.

Quick mini‑guide: picking a platform

  • Want regular cable‑style viewing in the U.S.?
    • Choose any live‑TV streamer that carries MTV (Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, Philo, DIRECTV Stream).
  • Prefer on‑demand in the U.S. or Latin America?
    • Go with Paramount+ , where Drag Race episodes are made available for streaming.
  • Watching from most other countries?
    • Sign up for WOW Presents Plus , which hosts the new season for international fans.

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