So You Think You Can Dance Episode Rating Graph
Jul 2005 - present
Jul 2005 - present
7.1
Browse episode ratings trends for So You Think You Can Dance. Simply click on the interactive rating graph to explore the best and worst of So You Think You Can Dance's 318 episodes.
S3 Ep20
9.3
8th Aug 2007
The competitions starts heating up even more as the final six dancers perform for America's vote. Judges for the evening are Nigel Lythgoe, Mary Murphy, and quest judge for the second time this season, Debbie Allen.
S7 Ep22
9.1
11th Aug 2010
In Part 1 of the two-part Season 7 finale, the final three dancers perform.
S9 Ep6
9.1
27th Jun 2012
They've strutted their stuff and experienced an emotional roller coaster ride to get this point. Now the 35 remaining dancers who survived Vegas Callbacks have to walk the Green Mile to find out if they've made it into this season's Top 20. It's time to find out which of your favorites are in and who's going home, as we celebrate So You Think You Can Dance's 200th episode!
S9 Ep1
9.0
24th May 2012
Now in its ninth season, the hit show So You Think You Can Dance began with auditions in New York City, one of the world's capitals of dance, then moved on to the cowboy capital of the world, Dallas, for more auditions.
S8 Ep23
9.0
11th Aug 2011
The winner is announced.
S8 Ep22
9.0
10th Aug 2011
Hoping to become America's Favorite Dancer the final four contestants will perform
S8 Ep20
9.0
3rd Aug 2011
In Part 1 of the Season Finale, the final 6 dancers perform for America's vote in hopes of becoming America's Favorite Dancer.
S8 Ep18
9.0
27th Jul 2011
The remaining eight contestants perform.
S8 Ep8
9.0
22nd Jun 2011
The remaining 18 dancers perform for a chance to impress the judges. Two more will be eliminated at the end of the episode.
S7 Ep20
9.0
4th Aug 2010
The Top 4 dancers perform.
S5 Ep23
9.0
6th Aug 2009
This two-hour season finale will air live from the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, California. From the Top 4, America's Favorite Dancer will be revealed.
S5 Ep18
9.0
22nd Jul 2009
The remaining eight dancers will be paired with new partners for this week's performances. Guest Judges include comedian and talk-show host Ellen DeGeneres and Emmy Award-winning choreographer Mia Michaels.
S4 Ep22
8.9
6th Aug 2008
It was the first part of the two-night finale on "So You Think You Can Dance?" and host Cat Deeley threw a curve ball at us from the start. In an effort to change things up -- and perhaps to stretch another episode into two hours! -- each of the remaining dancers would perform with every other dancer. That meant the two girls would dance with each other, as would the two guys. Suddenly, those rumors of Lance Bass pairing up with another dude on "Dancing with the Stars" don't seem so special, huh? During the introduction, there was no immediately mention of the reports that Twitch and Joshua were rushed to the hospital earlier in the week after suffering from dehydration during rehearsals. Guest judge Mandy Moore joined regulars Mary Murphy and Nigel Lythgoe and Cat got the action started quickly, introducing the first dance from Courtney and Twitch.
S3 Ep12
8.9
11th Jul 2007
The top 14 dancers dance for the title of Americas favorite dancer. The host is Cat Deeley. The judges are Nigel Lythgoe, Mary Murphy, and special guest judge Adam Shankman, a choreographer from the new dance movie Hairspray.
S7 Ep23
8.9
12th Aug 2010
A Season 7 winner is chosen in the conclusion of the two-part finale.
S8 Ep7
8.9
16th Jun 2011
Two dancers are eliminated; Jessie J. performs.
S7 Ep10
8.9
30th Jun 2010
The Top 9 dancers perform.
S8 Ep17
8.9
21st Jul 2011
Two contestants are eliminated
S9 Ep7
8.9
11th Jul 2012
The first official night of Season 9 competition.
S9 Ep12
8.8
29th Aug 2012
The Top 8 dancers perform with All-Stars from previous seasons, and two more are eliminated. Jesse Tyler Ferguson ("Modern Family") is the guest judge.
S7 Ep2
8.8
2nd Jun 2010
The search continues tonight for America's Favorite Dancer when SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE travels the country in a special two-hour audition episode. See what happens when the best dancers - skilled in everything from Ballroom and Ballet to Salsa, Jive, Hip Hop and Krumping - all compete for a coveted spot in the Top 10.
S4 Ep18
8.8
23rd Jul 2008
Just two weeks away from the finale, eight contestants remained on Fox's "So You Think You Can Dance?" Four girls and four guys continued in the competition for the title of America's favorite dancer. The dancers picked new partners and routines out of a hat for this round of the competition. Every couple would perform twice and every dancer would perform a solo. Translation: Fox has two hours to fill! Guest judge Toni Basil (of "Mickey" fame) joined regulars Nigel Lythgoe and Mary Murphy. She got a chance to plug her current projects, working with Bette Midler on her Las Vegas show and Tina Turner on her tour.
S4 Ep23
8.8
7th Aug 2008
Kicking off the bloated, two-hour finale of "So You Think You Can Dance?" host Cat Deeley noted that the season had consumed 35 hours of television. Gotta love summer TV. Six judges sat on the panel for the finale: Mia Michaels, Adam Shankman, Debbie Allen, Lil C and regulars Mary Murphy and Nigel Lythgoe. The night began with a quick video journey back through the season.
S7 Ep16
8.8
21st Jul 2010
The Top 6 dancers perform.
S7 Ep14
8.8
14th Jul 2010
The Top 7 dancers perform.
S5 Ep16
8.8
15th Jul 2009
The top 10 dancers perform.
S7 Ep8
8.8
23rd Jun 2010
The Top 10 dancers perform.
S7 Ep4
8.8
9th Jun 2010
The call-backs for Las Vegas continue.
S3 Ep17
8.7
26th Jul 2007
Tonight the results of America's votes will be revealed. The two guys and two girls who pulled the lowest votes from America will be dancing a solo. It will not change the results though. The girl and the boy with lowest votes will leave the show tonight.
S9 Ep2
8.7
30th May 2012
After getting off to a raucous start in New York City and Dallas, So You Think You Can Dance continued its search for America's Favorite Dancers as the show hopefuls auditioned at the Orpheum Theater in Los Angeles.
S8 Ep21
8.7
4th Aug 2011
2 of 6 Eliminated
S8 Ep9
8.7
23rd Jun 2011
Two of the final 18 dancers are sent home.
S5 Ep20
8.7
29th Jul 2009
In this two-hour episode, the remaining 6 dancers perform.
S6 Ep1
8.7
9th Sep 2009
The all-new fall season of So You Think You Can Dance begins with dancers auditioning in Los Angeles, California for a chance to earn a ticket for Las Vegas Callbacks. Adam Shankman helps out Mary Murphy and Nigel Lythgoe on the judge's panel.
S4 Ep10
8.7
25th Jun 2008
It was down to eight couples Wednesday night on So You Think You Can Dance? as choreographer and general friend of the show Adam Shankman joined regular judges Mary Murphy and Nigel Lythgoe. Mary said this would be the shows best year ever because at this point in past seasons they've generally had a better idea of who the front-runners are. Nigel took a moment to pay tribute to legendary dancer and actress Cyd Charisse, who died last week. He and Adam suggested that folks go rent some of her classic movies, including Singin' in the Rain, The Band Wagon, Silk Stockings and Brigadoon. Nigel called her a remarkable woman and real star of dance. Host Cat Deeley said each couple would say a bit out their partners before each dance.
S8 Ep12
8.7
6th Jul 2011
The 14 remaining dancers perform.
S7 Ep18
8.7
28th Jul 2010
The Top 6 dancers perform.
S6 Ep24
8.7
16th Dec 2009
Adam Lambert performs. The winner is announced.
S4 Ep20
8.6
30th Jul 2008
With just six dancers left, we finally reached the glorious time of the summer when even "So You Think You Can Dance?" couldn't stretch itself to two hours. That meant instead of a bloated 120 minutes, viewers were treated to a packed 60 minutes as each couple performed twice and each individual dancer offered up a solo. Guest judge Adam Shankman joined regulars Mary Murphy and Nigel Lythgoe, and away we went..
S8 Ep13
8.6
7th Jul 2011
The final 12 dancers are revealed as two more performers are eliminated.
S5 Ep12
8.6
1st Jul 2009
The top 14 dancers perform.
S3 Ep10
8.6
27th Jun 2007
The top 16 contestants dance choreographed routines for the viewers votes. Judges: Nigel Lythgoe, Mary Murphy, and special guest judge Debbie Allen.
S8 Ep10
8.6
29th Jun 2011
The 16 remaining dancers perform.
S5 Ep17
8.6
16th Jul 2009
The final 10 dancers await the elimination of 2 more contestants. Plus, a performance by the Black Eyed Peas.
S5 Ep6
8.6
10th Jun 2009
The Top 20 dancers hit the stage for their first chance to compete.
S3 Ep22
8.6
15th Aug 2007
The top 4 dancers perform one more time before one of them is awarded America's favorite dancer. This week, each dancer will dance one dance with each of the other 3, as well as a solo in their own style. Judges are Nigel Lythgoe, Mary Murphy, and special guest judge Dan Karaty.
S3 Ep11
8.6
28th Jun 2007
It's time for the Top 16 results show, and the bottom three of the males and females will be dancing for their lives. One will be cut from each category. Nigel Lythgoe, Mary Murphy, and special guest judge Debbie Allen will decide who goes home.
S9 Ep13
8.6
5th Sep 2012
The Top 6 dancers perform with All-Stars from previous seasons, and two more are eliminated. Christine Applegate is the guest judge.
S11 Ep14
8.6
27th Aug 2014
The top four finalists perform; guest judge Tara Lipinski.
S8 Ep16
8.5
20th Jul 2011
The top 10 contestants perform.
S11 Ep15
8.5
3rd Sep 2014
The winner is announced; guest judges include Jenna Dewan Tatum.
S9 Ep10
8.5
15th Aug 2012
The Top 14 dancers' performances include a tribute to choreographer Mia Michaels, and four finalists are eliminated. Michael Nunn and William Trevitt, choreographers and founders of the modern dance troupe Ballet Boyz, are the guest judges.
S7 Ep21
8.5
5th Aug 2010
One of the Top 4 dancers is eliminated.
S7 Ep13
8.5
8th Jul 2010
One of the Top 8 dancers is eliminated.
S6 Ep19
8.5
1st Dec 2009
The top 10 contestants perform.
S6 Ep17
8.5
24th Nov 2009
The remaining 12 dancers compete for inclusion in the top 10.
S6 Ep12
8.5
3rd Nov 2009
The remaining 18 dancers perform for a chance to impress the judges. Two more will be eliminated at the end of the episode.
S6 Ep3
8.5
23rd Sep 2009
Auditions in Boston, Massachusetts. Dancers try to impress the judges and earn a ticket for Las Vegas Callbacks. The guest judge joining the panel this week is Tyce Diorio.
S5 Ep22
8.5
5th Aug 2009
This is the first part of the season finale. Hoping to become America's Favorite Dancer the final four contestants will perform at the Kodak Theater in Hollywood.
S5 Ep21
8.5
30th Jul 2009
Two more dancers are eliminated and the final four dancers to perform in the finale are revealed. Sean Paul performs JabbaWockeeZ performs.
S5 Ep14
8.5
8th Jul 2009
The top 12 dancers perform.
S4 Ep21
8.5
31st Jul 2008
Just six contestants remained, but that number on Thursday would be trimmed to the final four dancers still in the running for the title of America's favorite dancer on "So You Think You Can Dance?" Guest judge Adam Shankman announced that in addition to the $100,000 cash prize and the spot in a Las Vegas show, the winning dancer will also get a featured role in an upcoming movie he's producing. No details. That's just the prize. So, you know, yay! After the first commercial break, judge Nigel Lythgoe went all "Debbie Downer" on the dancers, telling them that they'll have to prepare themselves for rejection. In a minute-long speech, he said the word rejection -- or some form of it -- seven times, telling them dancers that by the end of the show, five of them will have been rejected. He said they should not dwell on it, but use it to propel themselves toward other opportunities. He then told them that each of them pulled in more than 1 million votes after Wednesday's performance show. Mary got emotional while telling them how proud she is of the progress they've made, and Adam told them to cherish the experience they've had on the show and to treat their fans well. All six dancers then performed their solos, and it would be the last time around the stage for two of them.
S3 Ep19
8.5
2nd Aug 2007
Once again the results of America's votes will be revealed. Every contestants will perform a solo to show America what they can do, but it will not change the results from America's votes. One girl and one boy will be leaving the show tonight.
S3 Ep9
8.5
21st Jun 2007
Viewer votes and the bottom three groups are revealed. Three men, and three women must dance for the judges votes. In the end, one male and one female will be sent home. Nigel Lythgoe, Mary Murphy, and Mia Michaels are again the judges.
S9 Ep11
8.5
22nd Aug 2012
The Top 10 dancers perform with All-Stars from previous seasons, and two more are eliminated. Also: a performance by L.A. Dance Project. "Black Swan" choreographer Benjamin Millepied is the guest judge.
S9 Ep3
8.5
6th Jun 2012
The quest to find America's Favorite Dancer next came to "Hot-lanta" - Atlanta, Georgia. Last year, So You Think You Can Dance found champion Melanie Moore here. So the contestants and judges had high hopes for the Peach State's most populous city.
S9 Ep5
8.5
20th Jun 2012
The judges have traveled across the country in search of America's favorite dancer. Tens upon thousands of dancin' fools shook their moneymakers for the chance to join the competition. Almost 200 have made it to the next step on their journey: the Las Vegas callback round. For the next four days, these dancers would strive to survive the massive cuts in Sin City and earn a spot in Season 9's Top 20.
S6 Ep5
8.5
30th Sep 2009
Round five of auditions continue.
S6 Ep4
8.5
29th Sep 2009
Dancers auditioning for a chance to earn a ticket for Las Vegas Callbacks.
S6 Ep23
8.4
15th Dec 2009
The top six contestants perform.
S7 Ep11
8.4
1st Jul 2010
One of the Top 9 dancers is eliminated.
S4 Ep8
8.4
18th Jun 2008
It was down to the final 18 Tuesday on "So You Think You Can Dance?" as Mia Michaels joined judges Mary Murphy and Nigel Lythgoe. She promised that this season is going to be "benoodles," which she explained meant "insane." She said there are a few dancers in the final that she won't be sad to see leave, but the majority are fantastic.
S3 Ep14
8.4
18th Jul 2007
The top twelve dancers compete for the title of America's Favorite Dancer. Cat Deeley hosts. The three judges to help America decide are Nigel Lythgoe, Mary Murphy, and special guest judge Wade Robson.
S1 Ep12
8.4
5th Oct 2005
The final 16 return for a dance together, and a 'hip-hop chorus line' called Groovaloo perform. Other than that, the episode is made up of clips from previous episodes. Throughout, the cuts are made one by one to reveal a winner.
S8 Ep11
8.4
30th Jun 2011
The final 14 dancers are revealed as two more performers are eliminated.
S7 Ep15
8.4
15th Jul 2010
One of the Top 7 dancers is eliminated.
S7 Ep12
8.4
7th Jul 2010
The Top 8 dancers perform.
S7 Ep5
8.4
10th Jun 2010
The hardest auditions are over and it's time to meet the top 11 dancers, who will compete for the title "America's Favorite Dancer".
S6 Ep2
8.4
16th Sep 2009
Auditions continues in Phoenix, Arizona. Dancers try to impress the judges and earn a ticket for Las Vegas Callbacks. The guest judge joining the panel this week is Mia Michaels.
S9 Ep9
8.4
25th Jul 2012
Last week, the Top 20 dancers were whittled down to 16. On Wednesday night, those 16 competitors did their best to impress, hoping to win over fans and judges before the Top 14 and the names of the two dancers going home tonight were announced at the end of the show.
S6 Ep21
8.4
8th Dec 2009
The remaining eight contestants perform.
S6 Ep9
8.4
21st Oct 2009
The dancers compete in the final round in Las Vegas. Later, the names of the Top 20 are revealed.
S5 Ep8
8.4
17th Jun 2009
The remaining 18 dancers hit the stage again for this week's performances.
S4 Ep17
8.4
17th Jul 2008
Before we get going, Jessica comes out and informs Cat that she has broken a few of her ribs and is out of the competition. Left with an odd number of female dancers, the show has decided to bring back the recently booted Comfort for tonight's show. Cat introduces us to tonight's judges Nigel Lythgoe, Mary Murphy and Lil' C, adding again that the threesome no longer has to make any cuts, with only the public's vote deciding future eliminations. The couples have been changed at random, with the girls drawing a new guy from a hat. Also, since the public will be voting on its favorite individuals, everybody will be dancing a solo during the show.
S3 Ep1
6.8
24th May 2007
The season premiere starts with auditions in New York.
S17 Ep8
6.9
13th Jul 2022
The top four dancers from last week will pick their partners and dance in random genres. Then, all eight dancers will showcase their talents in solo rounds to win over the audience and our expert panel of judges. Two dancers will face elimination.
S2 Ep3
6.9
1st Jun 2006
The final stop in this round of auditions: the famous Chicago Theater. As before, the dancers get to dance for 1 min. before a decision is made, then each contestant is given either a "Yes," which was accompanied by a ticket to Vegas, a "No," which means to go home, or a "Stick Around," which means that they are to stay for extra choreography before the judges decide their fate. This year, the winning dancer will be awarded bigger than last. He/She will receive a one year contract for Celine Dion's Vegas show, a brand new car and $100K cash.
S17 Ep1
7.0
18th May 2022
The first round of auditions begins.
S3 Ep5
7.1
7th Jun 2007
Talented dancers who spark the judges' interest during auditions are invited to call-backs in Las Vegas! This is where they work with top choreographers. During the call-back week, the judges choose the Top 20 dancers who will continue in the competition. The Las Vegas Round will air Wednesday, June 6 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) and Thursday, June 7 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT), when the top 20 finalists 10 males and 10 females will be announced.
S15 Ep12
7.1
27th Aug 2018
Two dancers are eliminated from the top 6.
S2 Ep21
7.2
3rd Aug 2006
The remaining 6 dancers performed an opening number choreographed by Mia Michaels and set to "Hide and Seek." Then, Cat showed a recap of last week's dances and backstage clips from last week. Next, the remaining dancers performed their solos. Natalie danced to "I Would Die for You," Heidi danced to "Hey Mama," and Donyelle performed to "Buttons." Next, Travis danced to "Flying Without Wings (A Capella Version)," Ivan performed to "I Question Mark," and Benji performed to "Brown Derby Jump." Amarion performed live on the show and then Cat delivered the bad news. For the females, Natalie and Donyelle were in the bottom 2. And, for the males Benji and Ivan were in the bottom 2.
S2 Ep19
7.2
27th Jul 2006
The remaining 8 dancers performed an opening number choreographed by Tyce Di Orio and set to "Cell Block Tango." Then, Cat showed a recap of last week's dances and backstage clips from last week. Next, Cat revealed the bottom 2 male and female dancers. For the females, Natalie and Allison were in the bottom 2. And, for the males Ryan and Travis were in the bottom 2. Each dancer in the bottom 2 performed a solo and then Busta Rhymes performed live. Cat announced which dancers were sent home and those 2 dancers each performed another solo.
S2 Ep2
7.3
31st May 2006
Now holding auditions in Los Angeles, Cat explains the process. The dancers get to dance for 1 min. before a decision is made, then each contestant is given either a "Yes," which was accompanied by a ticket to Vegas, a "No," which means to go home, or a "Stick Around," which means that they are to stay for extra choreography before the judges decide their fate. This year, the winning dancer will be awarded bigger than last. He/She will receive a one year contract for Celine Dion's Vegas show, a brand new car and $100K cash.
S3 Ep3
7.3
31st May 2007
The last stop on the tour is in Atlanta. Next episode, the dancers who have been chosen by the judges in the auditions will proceed to the Las Vegas Callbacks.
S16 Ep7
7.3
22nd Jul 2019
The second round of the academy callbacks; dancers vie for a spot in the top 10.
S12 Ep10
7.3
27th Jul 2015
The Top 18 will perform and two dancers will have to say goodbye.
S3 Ep2
7.4
30th May 2007
The auditions continue in Los Angeles, CA and Chicago, IL.
S2 Ep18
7.4
26th Jul 2006
This week, Cat introduced us to Nigel Lithgoe, Mary Murphy and Dan Karaty as our judges. Then, the dance performances started. Donyelle and Travis performed a hip-hop routine, Allison and Ivan danced the Argentine Tango, Natalie and Ryan danced a disco routine, and Heidi and Benji danced broadway. For the second round, Donyelle and Travis performed a quick step, Allison and Ivan danced hip-hop, Natalie and Ryan danced a contemporary routine, and Heidi and Benji closed the show and performed a mambo. Afterwards, voting was opened up to the audience.
S2 Ep16
7.4
19th Jul 2006
This week, Cat introduced us to Nigel Lithgoe, Cicley and Olisa, and Jean-Marc Genereux as our judges. This week, pairs were randomly drawn. Each pair danced twice and each dancer performed a solo. Ivan and Martha performed a hip-hop routine, then Donyelle performed her solo. Travis and Heidi danced the Paso Doble, Ryan and Allison danced a contemporary routine, and the next batch of solos included Martha and Ivan. Next, Dmitry and Donyelle danced the lindy hop, Benji and Natalie performed a jazz routine, and Heidi's solo came next. Ivan and Martha danced a smooth waltz and then Travis performed his solo. Ryan and Allison danced broadway style, and Natalie performed her solo with Benji following-up. Donyelle and Dmitry performed a samba, Travis and Heidi danced a contemporary piece, and Allison performed a solo. Next, Benji and Natalie danced hip hop and Ryan's solo finished the night. Afterwards, voting was opened up to the audience.
S2 Ep22
7.4
9th Aug 2006
This week, Cat introduced us to Nigel Lithgoe, Mary Murphy and Brian Friedman as our judges. Then, the dance performances started. This week, each dancer performed with every other dancer. Heidi and Travis performed a disco routine and then Donyelle and Benji danced the Viennese Waltz. Next, Cat showed a clip of the dancers going to see "Step Up." Heidi was the first to perform her solo. Then, Benji and Travis danced hip-hop, Donyelle performed her solo, Travis danced solo, Heidi and Donyelle performed broadway, Benji performed his solo, Donyelle and Travis danced contemporary, and Heidi and Benji performed a salsa dance. The evening closed with the entire group dancing pop. Afterwards, voting was opened up to the audience.
S18 Ep1
7.4
4th Mar 2024
The first round of auditions begins.
S7 Ep1
7.4
27th May 2010
The search begins tonight for America's Favorite Dancer when SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE travels the country in a special two-hour audition episode. See what happens when the best dancers - skilled in everything from Ballroom and Ballet to Salsa, Jive, Hip Hop and Krumping - all compete for a coveted spot in the Top 10.
S1 Ep1
7.5
20th Jul 2005
In this two-hour episode, we watched the first and second auditions in both New York and Chicago. We saw the good, the bad, and the ugly. In the first stage of auditions, the three producers from American Idol screened the contestants fairly leniently because the second audition was far more "telling." In the second audition, a choreographer gave them two pieces: one set as a solo and one set on a male/female duo. If they couldn't keep up they were sent home. Those that made it through will go to Hollywood. Throughout the premiere episode, they also gave small video vignettes of a few of the contestants at their homes.
S16 Ep8
7.5
29th Jul 2019
The top 10 women are each partnered with a man and perform a choreographed duet.
S12 Ep12
7.5
10th Aug 2015
The competition heats up with a double elimination as dancers from both teams fight to stay in the running to become America's Favorite Dancer.
S3 Ep7
7.5
14th Jun 2007
The first LIVE results show revealing America's vote will air, and one male and one female performer will be sent home. Special guest Lloyd performs "Get it Shawty". Nigel Lythgoe, Mary Murphy, and Dan Karaty were on the judging panel.
S12 Ep15
7.5
31st Aug 2015
The top six dancers perform; four hopefuls advance.
S13 Ep1
7.5
30th May 2016
The audition rounds begin, showcasing America's most talented young dancers, ages 8-13. The judges are Nigel Lythgoe, Paula Abdul, and Jason Derulo.
S14 Ep13
7.5
11th Sep 2017
The top 6 dancers have another opportunity to impress the judges and fight for the nation's vote before the latest cuts are revealed.
S12 Ep1
7.5
1st Jun 2015
Annulled on 1 June 2015.
S1 Ep8
7.5
7th Sep 2005
At the beginning of the episode, 2 dancers from last week are cut. At that point, the competition continues in the same format as last week, except this week reveals a new twist; when the females pick their partner, the males pick two dance styles. Each pair will dance twice, each time to a different style. This week, Brian, Mia, Nigel and Dan are the judges. Mary will take part in the choreography. The 10 dancers complete round 1 in the following pairs: Melissa and Artem (pop and quick step), Kamilah and Nick (tango and pop), Melody and Ryan (lyrical and fox trot), Destini and Jamile (quick step and hip hop) and Ashle and Blake (samba and lyrical). In round 2, 2 couples are put up for elimination. These couples then dance as individuals and the audience votes for who to save at the end of the show.
S12 Ep4
7.5
22nd Jun 2015
The search for the next dancer to take the crown heads to the Big Apple! Judges Nigel, Paula, and Jason take on New York to find out which stage and street dancers have what it takes at the final audition stop before callbacks!
S12 Ep8
7.5
20th Jul 2015
The results of the first vote of the season determines which Stage and Street dancers in the Top 20 will face elimination.
S13 Ep2
7.6
6th Jun 2016
Judges Nigel, Paula, and Jason visit Chicago in their search for the best young dancers in the nation. Find out which dancers have what it takes to compete alongside America's All-Star favorites and who misses the mark.
S14 Ep10
7.6
21st Aug 2017
Each dancer has another opportunity to impress the judges and fight for the nation's vote before one must say goodbye.
S13 Ep8
7.6
25th Jul 2016
Each dancer has another chance to wow the judges and win the hearts of the nation before one must say goodbye. Find out who will remain in the competition to become America's Favorite Dancer.
S12 Ep3
7.6
15th Jun 2015
Judges Nigel, Paula, and Jason take on the Big Apple in hopes of finding some big talent! The judges head to New York to continue their search for America's Favorite Dancer.
S13 Ep3
7.6
13th Jun 2016
In the final set of auditions, judges Nigel, Paula, and Jason must decide which young dancers will continue in the competition to become America's Favorite Dancer The second round of auditions features hopefuls in Chicago.
S15 Ep9
7.6
6th Aug 2018
The top 10 perform in hopes of impressing the judges -- and America.
S2 Ep12
7.6
5th Jul 2006
The episode began with never-before-seen audition clips. Then, Cat introduced us to this week's judges: Nigel Lithgoe, Mary Murphy and Dan Karaty, and we saw Lil' perform with his crew.This week's pairs danced together:Ryan and Heidi danced hip-hop, Travis and Martha performed a salsa routine, Dmitry and Ashlee performed contemporary, Musa and Natalie danced a disco routine, Benji and Donyelle performed the Vienesse Waltz, Ivan and Allison danced the West Coast Swing and Jaymz and Jessica danced hip-hop.Afterwards, voting was opened up to the audience.
S2 Ep23
7.6
16th Aug 2006
Through a series of dances, both new and old, the final winner of the season is revealed.
S15 Ep7
7.6
23rd Jul 2018
The Top Ten women will take the stage, each partnered with an All-Star guy, for a choreographed duet outside their own style.
S1 Ep5
7.6
17th Aug 2005
Several of the choreographers are now judges. This includes Mia, Brian and Dan. Joining them to make an even four is Producer Nigel. During the first round, each of the 16 dancers will dance in pairs. The pairs are chosen by the male dancer pulling the name of a female dancer out of a hat. The pair must dance to the style of dance that the female dancer pulls out of a hat. After the first round, the dancers line-up on stage and the bottom 3 couples, as decided by the judges, are put up for elimination. During the second round, the 6 dancers that are put up for elimination (one male and one female from each couple) dance solo for 45 seconds. After the show, the audience can call to vote for their favorite dancer leaving one male and one female dancer with the lowest number of votes eliminated before next week. During the first round, the pairs that are made include: Kamilah and Jonnis dance in hip-hop style, Michelle and Nick dance in mambo style, Ashle and Jamille dance in jive style, Sandra and Artem dance in lyrical style, Snow and Allan dance in hip-hop style, Melissa and Ryan dance in mambo style, Melody and Craig dance in jive style, and Destini and Blake dance in lyrical style.
S15 Ep2
7.6
11th Jun 2018
The auditions continue in Los Angeles, as the judges search for the best dancers in the nation. Find out which dancers have what it takes to move on to the SYTYCD studio.
S16 Ep6
7.6
15th Jul 2019
The first round of the academy callbacks begin with dancers vying for a spot in the top 10.
S15 Ep10
7.6
13th Aug 2018
After the Top 10 compete for the nation’s votes, two dancers must head home. Find out who will make it into the Top Eight and stay in the running to become America’s Favorite Dancer
S5 Ep11
7.6
25th Jun 2009
Two of the top 16 dancers are eliminated from the competition.
S12 Ep2
7.6
8th Jun 2015
Auditions continue as the judges search the country for the next dancer to take the crown as America's Favorite! Judges Nigel, Paula, and Jason head to Detroit to check out the best Stage and Street dancers in the Motor City.
S2 Ep17
7.6
20th Jul 2006
The remaining 10 dancers performed an opening number choreographed by Wade Robson and set to "Ramalama (Bang Bang)." Next, Cat revealed the bottom 2 male and female dancers. For the females, Martha and Natalie were in the bottom 2. And, for the males Dmitry and Ryan were in the bottom 2. Each dancer in the bottom 2 performed their solo from last night and then Chris Brown performed "Gimme That." Cat announced which dancers were sent home and those 2 dancers performed their solos again.
S13 Ep5
7.7
27th Jun 2016
After rigorous auditions, tough choreography, and incredible performances for the judges, the Top 10 are revealed.
S14 Ep9
7.7
14th Aug 2017
After the Top 10 competed for the nation's vote, one dancer must head home.
S5 Ep7
7.7
11th Jun 2009
Two of the top 20 dancers are eliminated from the competition. Rapper Sean Kingston performs.
S12 Ep13
7.7
17th Aug 2015
The top 10 dancers perform in hope of making it to the next round; following an elimination, the top eight dancers are revealed.
S16 Ep10
7.7
12th Aug 2019
The finalists perform in the hope of impressing the judges and America.
S13 Ep7
7.7
18th Jul 2016
After the Top 10 danced their hearts out for the nation's vote, one dancer must say goodbye. Who will stay in the running to become America's Favorite Dancer?
S15 Ep3
7.7
18th Jun 2018
Following an impressive round of Los Angeles auditions, the judges make their way to New York with hopes of finding even more exceptional talent. Find out which dancers have what it takes to move on to the SYTYCD studio, as the auditions continue.
S12 Ep14
7.7
24th Aug 2015
The top eight dancers perform with contestants from past seasons; elimination.
S12 Ep5
7.7
29th Jun 2015
The judges have searched the nation for the best of the best, and now Stage and Street hopefuls head to Vegas for the first round of callbacks.
S14 Ep5
7.7
17th Jul 2017
The judges have seen the best of the best from around the country and now it's time to find out who can take it to the next level. The first round of the Academy callbacks begin as the talented dancers vie for a spot in the Top 10.
S1 Ep2
7.7
27th Jul 2005
In this special 90 minute episode, the auditions take place over 2-days in Los Angeles, CA. The dancers perform a number, solo or with a partner, for the producers in order to move on to the next round. The producers let several creative, attention-getting dancers through regardless of how well they can actually dance, but heavily weighted on their "likeability" for a TV show. In the next round, the dancers are given choreography to perform in smaller groups for more talent-related judging. They are to learn a solo routine as well as a partner routine, but the first day of LA auditions put so few people through that they skip the solo routine. Several dancers are put through to Hollywood, and a few husband/wife teams are broken apart as one part of the team makes it through and the other doesn't.
S1 Ep3
7.7
3rd Aug 2005
The dancers are divided into 5 groups to attend class with each choreographer. Alex's salsa class, Brian's hip-hop class, Dan's hip-hop class, Mia's contemporary class and Mary's ballroom class. As the week draws to a close the choreographers meet with Nigel to decide who will be cut out. The choices are made and announced to cut the group down to 24.
S4 Ep3
7.7
29th May 2008
Host Cat Deeley whisked fans away to Charleston, S.C., for the third two-hour night of auditions on "So You Think You Can Dance?" on Thursday night. Joining judges Nigel Lythgoe and Mary Murphy in the best mannered city in America was choreographer Tice D'Orio,who's worked with Janet Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Paula Abdul, among others.
S8 Ep14
7.7
13th Jul 2011
The remaining 12 dancers compete for inclusion in the top 10.
S12 Ep9
7.7
21st Jul 2015
The show celebrates 10 years with live performances by some of the series' favorite dancers and choreographers, as well as present stage and street routines and musical productions from the last ten years.
S2 Ep20
7.7
2nd Aug 2006
This week, Cat introduced us to Nigel Lithgoe, Mary Murphy and Mia Michaels as our judges. Then, the dance performances started. Ivan and Natalie performed a jive routine, Travis performed a solo, Benji and Donyelle danced broadway, Natalie danced her solo, Travis and Heidi danced a smooth waltz, Ivan performed his solo, Benji and Donyelle performed again to a hip-hop routine, Heidi performed her solo, Ivan and Natalie performed their contemporary dance, Benji danced his solo, Travis and Heidi danced again to a pop routine, and Donyelle performed her solo. Afterwards, voting was opened up to the audience.
S15 Ep1
7.7
4th Jun 2018
A group of talented dancers ranging from ages 18 to 20 come together to demonstrate their skills before the judges.
S9 Ep8
7.7
18th Jul 2012
After competing in an electrifying first live show, the Top 20 performers of Season 9 took to the stage again to dance for their lives and your votes. By the end of the night, we'd find out which four dancers would be going home after last week's vote.
S18 Ep3
7.7
18th Mar 2024
Dancers vie for a spot in the top 10.
S11 Ep1
7.7
28th May 2014
So You Think You Can Dance soars into its 11th season this May with a two-hour premiere event showcasing America's most talented dancers during the first round of auditions in New Orleans and Chicago. Justin Bieber and choreographer Nick DeMoura showcase two dance crews.
S11 Ep12
7.7
13th Aug 2014
The remaining eight finalists perform.
S4 Ep5
7.8
5th Jun 2008
Auditions in six cities brought more than 200 dancers to Las Vegas for the callbacks on "So You Think You Can Dance?" By the end of the two-hour episode, that group would be hacked to the 20 finalists -- 10 guys and 10 girls -- that will compete for the top prize this season. Host Cat Deeley promised the most competitive Vegas week ever, with the dancers being challenged each day in a different types of choreography. The six-judge panel included husband-and-wife choreography team Tabitha and Napoleon, Mia Michaels and Debbie Allen, who joined regular judges Mary Murphy and Nigel Lythgoe.
S13 Ep6
7.8
11th Jul 2016
After national auditions and the grueling Academy, the Top 10 get their chance to shine for the first time live on the SYTYCD stage. The best of the best dancers will perform with their All-Star in hopes of winning the hearts of the judges and America.
S16 Ep13
7.8
2nd Sep 2019
Two dancers are eliminated from the top six.
S12 Ep7
7.8
14th Jul 2015
On the first live show of the season, it's time for the Top 20 dancers to show America they have what it takes to win. Also: a special guest performer takes the stage.
S14 Ep7
7.8
31st Jul 2017
“The Academy” comes to an end after a challenging callbacks round that featured tough choreography and incredible performances from dancers.
S15 Ep6
7.8
16th Jul 2018
“The Academy” continues as the dancers do their best to prove that they have what it takes to become America’s Favorite Dancer. Find out who will make up the Top 20.
S16 Ep3
7.8
17th Jun 2019
The auditions continue in Los Angeles, as the judges search for the best dancers in the nation.
S6 Ep10
7.8
26th Oct 2009
Meet the Top 20 contestants in their one chance to perform without the fear of being eliminated.
S1 Ep9
7.8
14th Sep 2005
At the beginning of the episode, 2 dancers from last week are cut. At that point, the competition continues in the same format as last week, except this week reveals a new twist; when the females pick their partner, the males pick two dance styles. Each pair will dance twice, each time to a different style, but they will not hear from the judges until after the second dance. This week, Dan, Nigel, Mary and Brian are the judges. The 8 dancers complete round 1 in the following pairs: Nick and Kamilah (mambo and contemporary), Blake and Melody (lyrical and disco), Artem and Ashle (fox trot and cha cha) and Jamile and Melissa (hip-hop and paso doble). In round 2, 2 couples are put up for elimination. These couples then dance as individuals and the audience votes for who to save at the end of the show.
S3 Ep4
7.8
6th Jun 2007
Talented dancers who spark the judges' interest during auditions are invited to call-backs in Las Vegas, where they work with top choreographers. During the call-back week, the judges choose the Top 20 dancers who will continue in the competition. The Las Vegas Round will air Wednesday, June 6 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) and Thursday, June 7 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT), when the top 20 finalists 10 males and 10 females will be announced.
S15 Ep5
7.8
9th Jul 2018
Talented dancers vie for a spot in the top 20.
S16 Ep11
7.8
19th Aug 2019
After the top 10 compete for the nation's votes, two dancers head home.
S15 Ep13
7.8
3rd Sep 2018
The final four dancers perform.
S14 Ep3
7.8
26th Jun 2017
The judges head to New York to see what kind of talent the East Coast has to offer, as they continue their search for the best dancers in the nation.
S16 Ep12
7.8
26th Aug 2019
Each dancer has another opportunity to impress the judges and fight for the nation’s vote after two said goodbye last week. Find out who will stay in the running to become America’s Favorite Dancer in the all-new “Top 8 Perform” episode of SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE.
S13 Ep11
7.8
29th Aug 2016
The competition reaches new heights as the Top 5 dancers perform for America's vote. Also: the show celebrates 250 episodes.
S16 Ep9
7.8
5th Aug 2019
The men take the stage with all-star partners for a choreographed duet.
S14 Ep4
7.8
10th Jul 2017
The New York auditions continue as the judges search for the best dancers in the nation.
S1 Ep1
7.5
20th Jul 2005
In this two-hour episode, we watched the first and second auditions in both New York and Chicago. We saw the good, the bad, and the ugly. In the first stage of auditions, the three producers from American Idol screened the contestants fairly leniently because the second audition was far more "telling." In the second audition, a choreographer gave them two pieces: one set as a solo and one set on a male/female duo. If they couldn't keep up they were sent home. Those that made it through will go to Hollywood. Throughout the premiere episode, they also gave small video vignettes of a few of the contestants at their homes.
S1 Ep2
7.7
27th Jul 2005
In this special 90 minute episode, the auditions take place over 2-days in Los Angeles, CA. The dancers perform a number, solo or with a partner, for the producers in order to move on to the next round. The producers let several creative, attention-getting dancers through regardless of how well they can actually dance, but heavily weighted on their "likeability" for a TV show. In the next round, the dancers are given choreography to perform in smaller groups for more talent-related judging. They are to learn a solo routine as well as a partner routine, but the first day of LA auditions put so few people through that they skip the solo routine. Several dancers are put through to Hollywood, and a few husband/wife teams are broken apart as one part of the team makes it through and the other doesn't.
S1 Ep3
7.7
3rd Aug 2005
The dancers are divided into 5 groups to attend class with each choreographer. Alex's salsa class, Brian's hip-hop class, Dan's hip-hop class, Mia's contemporary class and Mary's ballroom class. As the week draws to a close the choreographers meet with Nigel to decide who will be cut out. The choices are made and announced to cut the group down to 24.
S1 Ep4
7.9
10th Aug 2005
The 26 remaining dancers enter the "judging" room one-by-one as the choreographers tell them whether they have made it to the top 16 or not. As each dancer approaches the table, a small recap of their experiences on the show is played.
S1 Ep5
7.6
17th Aug 2005
Several of the choreographers are now judges. This includes Mia, Brian and Dan. Joining them to make an even four is Producer Nigel. During the first round, each of the 16 dancers will dance in pairs. The pairs are chosen by the male dancer pulling the name of a female dancer out of a hat. The pair must dance to the style of dance that the female dancer pulls out of a hat. After the first round, the dancers line-up on stage and the bottom 3 couples, as decided by the judges, are put up for elimination. During the second round, the 6 dancers that are put up for elimination (one male and one female from each couple) dance solo for 45 seconds. After the show, the audience can call to vote for their favorite dancer leaving one male and one female dancer with the lowest number of votes eliminated before next week. During the first round, the pairs that are made include: Kamilah and Jonnis dance in hip-hop style, Michelle and Nick dance in mambo style, Ashle and Jamille dance in jive style, Sandra and Artem dance in lyrical style, Snow and Allan dance in hip-hop style, Melissa and Ryan dance in mambo style, Melody and Craig dance in jive style, and Destini and Blake dance in lyrical style.
S1 Ep6
8.0
24th Aug 2005
At the beginning of the episode, 2 dancers from last week are cut. At that point, the competition continues in the same format as last week, except the females pick the partner and the males pick the style. This week, Mia is replaced by Mary as a judge (Mia has the chance to choreograph instead). Nigel, Brian and Dan are still judges. The 14 dancers complete round 1 in the following pairs: Snow and Jamile (Quick Step), Destini and Blake (Lyrical Jazz), Melody and Craig (Hip Hop), Michelle and Nick (Quick Step), Ashle and Artem (Lyrical Jazz), Kamilah and Allan (Hip Hop) and Melissa and Ryan (Salsa). Everyone was amazed at the number of pairs that were re-united from last week. In round 2, the couples put up for elimination danced as individuals and the audience voting was opened.
S1 Ep7
7.8
31st Aug 2005
At the beginning of the episode, 2 dancers from last week are cut. At that point, the competition continues in the same format as last week, except the males pick the partner and the females pick the style. This week, Mia, Brian, Mary and Nigel are the judges. Dan will take part in the choreography. The 12 dancers complete round 1 in the following pairs: Blake and Ashle (Rock 'n Roll), Artem and Melissa (Paso Doble), Allan and Melody (Lyrical), Ryan and Snow (Hip Hop), Jamille and Destini (Viennese Waltz), and Nick and Kamilah (Disco). This week, only 2 couples are put up for elimination instead of 3. In round 2, the couples put up for elimination danced as individuals and the audience voting was opened.
S1 Ep8
7.5
7th Sep 2005
At the beginning of the episode, 2 dancers from last week are cut. At that point, the competition continues in the same format as last week, except this week reveals a new twist; when the females pick their partner, the males pick two dance styles. Each pair will dance twice, each time to a different style. This week, Brian, Mia, Nigel and Dan are the judges. Mary will take part in the choreography. The 10 dancers complete round 1 in the following pairs: Melissa and Artem (pop and quick step), Kamilah and Nick (tango and pop), Melody and Ryan (lyrical and fox trot), Destini and Jamile (quick step and hip hop) and Ashle and Blake (samba and lyrical). In round 2, 2 couples are put up for elimination. These couples then dance as individuals and the audience votes for who to save at the end of the show.
S1 Ep9
7.8
14th Sep 2005
At the beginning of the episode, 2 dancers from last week are cut. At that point, the competition continues in the same format as last week, except this week reveals a new twist; when the females pick their partner, the males pick two dance styles. Each pair will dance twice, each time to a different style, but they will not hear from the judges until after the second dance. This week, Dan, Nigel, Mary and Brian are the judges. The 8 dancers complete round 1 in the following pairs: Nick and Kamilah (mambo and contemporary), Blake and Melody (lyrical and disco), Artem and Ashle (fox trot and cha cha) and Jamile and Melissa (hip-hop and paso doble). In round 2, 2 couples are put up for elimination. These couples then dance as individuals and the audience votes for who to save at the end of the show.
S1 Ep10
8.1
21st Sep 2005
At the beginning of the episode, 2 dancers from last week are cut. At that point, the competition continues in the same format as last week, the females pick their partner, the males pick two dance styles. Each pair will dance twice, each time to a different style, but this week they go back to the format where they hear from the judges after each dance. This week, Mia, Nigel, Mary and Dan are the judges. The 6 dancers complete round 1 in the following pairs: Kamilah and Jamile (hip-hop and American Jive), Ashle and Blake (smooth waltz and Argentine Tango), and Melody and Nick (Broadway and disco). In round 2 there is a twist. No couples are put up for elimination. All 6 dancers dance as individuals and the audience votes for who to save at the end of the show.
S1 Ep11
8.2
28th Sep 2005
At the beginning of the episode, 2 dancers from last week are cut. At that point, the competition continues in the same format as last week, only they don’t show the actual “picking” process, and the dancers pair up differently each time allowing them all to dance together once. This week, Brian, Mia, Nigel, Mary and Dan are all judging, however if a judge choreographed the performance, he/she sits out of judging that round. Also, this week each dancer will dance as an individual as part of the performance. The 4 dancers compete in the following order: Melody and Nick (Paso Doble), Ashle and Jamile (Salsa), Melody solo (Lyrical), Nick and Jamile (Hip Hop), Ashle solo (Lyrical), Jamile solo (Hip Hop/Pop Lock), Ashle and Melody (Lyrical), Nick solo (Lyrical), Melody and Jamile (Jazz), and Ashle and Nick (Hip Hop). In round 2 there is a twist. No couples are put up for elimination. All 4 dancers dance as individuals to a song they’ve never heard before in a randomly drawn order.
S1 Ep12
8.4
5th Oct 2005
The final 16 return for a dance together, and a 'hip-hop chorus line' called Groovaloo perform. Other than that, the episode is made up of clips from previous episodes. Throughout, the cuts are made one by one to reveal a winner.
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The first episode of So You Think You Can Dance aired on July 20, 2005.
The last episode of So You Think You Can Dance aired on May 20, 2024.
There are 318 episodes of So You Think You Can Dance.
There are 18 seasons of So You Think You Can Dance.
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