RuPaul's Drag Race UK Moves to WOW Presents Plus

RuPaul's Drag Race UK is set to leave the BBC and move to the streaming platform WOW Presents Plus, following the broadcaster's announcement of significant financial pressures. The current eighth series of the popular reality competition will continue to air on BBC Three and BBC iPlayer as scheduled, but future seasons and the "vs. The World" spinoff will transition to World of Wonder's dedicated streaming service. The decision comes as the BBC navigates required savings, with a spokesperson stating that "very difficult choices" had to be made. The corporation expressed pride in the groundbreaking show, thanking RuPaul, World of Wonder, and all involved in its production. The move marks a new era for the franchise in the UK, which first launched in 2019 and has since become a staple of mainstream entertainment and LGBTQ+ culture. World of Wonder announced that a new "RuPaul's Drag Race UK All Stars" edition is planned for Autumn 2027, which will premiere exclusively on WOW Presents Plus. This new series will feature returning fan favorites competing for a second chance at the crown.