The BEST episodes of Strictly Come Dancing season 17

Every episode of Strictly Come Dancing season 17, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Strictly Come Dancing season 17!

Dazzling routines, outrageous sets, flamboyant costumes and the occasional dance dis-aaa-ster.

Last Updated: 4/30/2024Network: BBC OneStatus: Continuing
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Week 10
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8.30
20 votes

#1 - Week 10

Season 17 - Episode 19 - Aired 11/23/2019

The ballroom battle heats up as the six remaining couples take to the floor. Bruno Tonioli welcomes them back from Blackpool with a rendition of Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.

Week 9
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8.25
16 votes

#2 - Week 9

Season 17 - Episode 17 - Aired 11/16/2019

For one week only, Strictly packs its sparkly suitcases and heads to Blackpool for what promises to be a spectacular night of dance.

Week 12 Results
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8.21
14 votes

#3 - Week 12 Results

Season 17 - Episode 24 - Aired 12/8/2019

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman reveal which couples have made it to the grand final. With guest performances by ballet superstar Carlos Acosta and singer Niall Horan.

Week 6 Results
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8.14
14 votes

#4 - Week 6 Results

Season 17 - Episode 12 - Aired 10/27/2019

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman announce the results of the judges' scores and viewers' votes, with the two couples with the lowest combined scores from the Halloween special taking part in a dance-off to decide who will be next to leave the contest. With music by Adam Lambert.

Week 11
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8.12
17 votes

#5 - Week 11

Season 17 - Episode 21 - Aired 11/30/2019

For one weekend only Borehamwood becomes Broadway... it's the Strictly musical special! Each of the pairs will perform a host of routines from hit musicals in a bid to impress the judges.

The Final
star
8.08
13 votes

#6 - The Final

Season 17 - Episode 25 - Aired 12/14/2019

After 13 sensational weeks of sparkle, the wait is finally over. Tonight the remaining three couples take to the floor for the very last time. With a guest performance by Taylor Swift.

Week 8 Results
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8.07
15 votes

#7 - Week 8 Results

Season 17 - Episode 16 - Aired 11/10/2019

Tess and Claudia reveal which pairs will face the dance-off. With music by West End star Luke Evans and a group dance marking Remembrance Sunday.

Week 12
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8.06
16 votes

#8 - Week 12

Season 17 - Episode 23 - Aired 12/7/2019

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman host the Strictly Come Dancing live semi-final. For our remaining four couples, the Glitterball trophy is now tantalisingly close!

Week 6
star
8.00
20 votes

#9 - Week 6

Season 17 - Episode 11 - Aired 10/26/2019

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present the sixth live episode of this year's series. The 11 remaining celebrity couples take to the dancefloor, hoping to impress the judges and the viewers at home with their Halloween-inspired routines. Motsi Mabuse, Craig Revel Horwood, Shirley Ballas and Bruno Tonioli will score the performances out of 10 before the voting lines open - giving viewers at home the chance to have their say and determine who will be leaving the competition.

Week 8
star
8.00
14 votes

#10 - Week 8

Season 17 - Episode 15 - Aired 11/9/2019

The remaining couples take to the floor again.

Week 1
star
7.95
22 votes

#11 - Week 1

Season 17 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/21/2019

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present the first live episode of the year. The 15 couples perform, hoping to impress judges Motsi Mabuse, Bruno Tonioli, Craig Revel Horwood and Shirley Ballas.

Week 9 Results
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7.92
13 votes

#12 - Week 9 Results

Season 17 - Episode 18 - Aired 11/17/2019

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present this week's results show from the legendary Blackpool Tower. With music from Westlife.

Week 3
star
7.92
24 votes

#13 - Week 3

Season 17 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/5/2019

Tonight the glitz and glamour of Hollywood comes to the Strictly ballroom for a movie special. The show stars with an epic group routine before our remaining cast of 14 perform to some the most iconic movie songs of all time. Who will be a box office smash and who will end up on the cutting room floor?

Week 11 Results
star
7.87
15 votes

#14 - Week 11 Results

Season 17 - Episode 22 - Aired 12/1/2019

Beverley Knight kicks off the results show with a musical performance accompanied by the fantastic Strictly pros. Plus a guest performance from Broadway superstar Idina Menzel.

Week 5
star
7.86
21 votes

#15 - Week 5

Season 17 - Episode 9 - Aired 10/19/2019

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present the fifth live episode of this year's series, as the 12 remaining celebrity couples take to the dancefloor, hoping to impress the judges and the viewers at home to make it through to next week's Halloween special. Motsi Mabuse, Craig Revel Horwood, Shirley Ballas and guest judge Alfonso Ribeiro will score the performances out of 10 before the voting lines open - giving viewers at home the chance to have their say and determine who will be leaving the competition.

Week 3 Results
star
7.85
13 votes

#16 - Week 3 Results

Season 17 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/6/2019

Tonight, this week's movie special reaches its thrilling climax. The show starts with a blockbuster group routine from our stellar cast before the remaining 14 Strictly stars find out who must face the drama of the Dance Off. There’s also music from Harry Connick Jr, who will be performing Anything Goes.

Week 5 Results
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7.82
17 votes

#17 - Week 5 Results

Season 17 - Episode 10 - Aired 10/20/2019

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman introduce a performance by pop star Mabel and a spectacular group routine by the professionals, before the results are announced and another couple leave the competition for good.

Week 7
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7.79
14 votes

#18 - Week 7

Season 17 - Episode 13 - Aired 11/2/2019

It’s another busy night in the ballroom as our Strictly stars take to the floor with a brand new routine. Although the numbers are going down, the standard of dance keeps going up, so each and every one of them will have to give it their all to impress not only the judges but also you at home.

Week 2
star
7.75
16 votes

#19 - Week 2

Season 17 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/28/2019

Our fifteen couples return to the ballroom for what promises to be a sensational night of dance.

Week 10 Results
star
7.75
12 votes

#20 - Week 10 Results

Season 17 - Episode 20 - Aired 11/24/2019

The show opens with music from Andrea Bocelli, who performs Time To Say Goodbye. Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman then reveal the two couples who must face each other in the dance-off. Who will be leaving the competition and who will make it through to next week’s Musical Special? Find out tonight.

Week 2 Results
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7.71
14 votes

#21 - Week 2 Results

Season 17 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/29/2019

The first results show of the series opens with a spectacular flamenco-inspired group performance from the pros, and there’s music from the amazing Lewis Capaldi.

Week 4
star
7.55
20 votes

#22 - Week 4

Season 17 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/12/2019

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present another epic night of dance live from the Strictly ballroom. As the competition heats up, the Strictly stars will be giving their all to impress the judges and you at home with a brand new routine. With thirteen couples left, who will be the unlucky one to leave this weekend?

Week 7 Results
star
7.50
16 votes

#23 - Week 7 Results

Season 17 - Episode 14 - Aired 11/3/2019

On tonight’s results show there’s an Elton John-themed group routine from our professional dancers. It’s a spectacular tribute to the Rocket Man and promises to be out of this world. There’s also music from Emeli Sande.

Week 4 Results
star
7.38
16 votes

#24 - Week 4 Results

Season 17 - Episode 8 - Aired 10/13/2019

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman announce the results of the judges' scores and viewers' votes, with the two couples with the lowest combined scores will take part in a dance-off to decide who will be next to leave the contest. Plus, country singer Keith Urban performs Never Comin' Down.

Launch
star
7.27
22 votes

#25 - Launch

Season 17 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/7/2019

Strictly is back with a new line-up of celebrities and a new judge, Motsi, joining Craig, Bruno and Shirley. Kylie Minogue, Mark Ronson and Yebba perform in the studio.