Shows like Strictly Come Dancing: 20 to watch next
If you loved Strictly Come Dancing (2004) — a reality series created by Fenia Vardanis and Richard Hopkins — these 20 shows are the closest matches.
The first picks are what fans of Strictly Come Dancing most often go on to watch; the rest share its genres and themes like competition, dance and dance competition. 6 of them are streaming in India right now — each entry shows where.
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So You Think You Can Dance 2005★ 6.8
Shares: Reality
Dancers selected in open auditions across America take part in a rigorous competition designed to best display their talents, training and personalities to a panel of judges and viewers as they strive to win votes and avoid elimination.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Dancing with the Stars 2005★ 6.2
Shares: Reality
The competition sees celebrities perform choreographed dance routines which are judged by a panel of renowned ballroom experts and voted on by viewers. Enjoy sizzling salsas, sambas and spray-tans as they vie for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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World of Dance 2017★ 8.2
Shares: Reality
Dancers battle in heats of artistry, precision and athleticism in this reality-competition show.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Challenge 1998★ 7.1
Shares: Reality
Each Challenge pits numerous cast members from past seasons of reality shows against each other, dividing them into two separate teams according to different criteria, such as gender, which show they first appeared on, whether or not they're veterans or rookies on the show, etc. The two teams compete in numerous missions in order to win prizes and advance in the overall game.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Dance Moms 2011★ 7.1
Shares: Reality
Dance Moms is an American dance reality series that debuted on Lifetime on July 13, 2011. Created by Collins Avenue Productions, it is set in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, at the Abby Lee Dance Company, and follows children's early careers in dance show business and their mothers.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Voice UK 2012★ 6.1
Shares: Reality
A vocal contest reality series featuring people with real talent and great voices. Only the very best singers make it through the the blind auditions, the decisions from the four celebrity coaches are based solely on the voices they hear - and nothing else.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Beast Games 2024★ 7.4
Shares: Reality
I gathered 1,000 people to fight for $5,000,000, the LARGEST cash prize in TV history! We're also giving away a private island, Lamborghinis, and millions more in cash throughout the competition! Go watch to see the greatest show ever made!
Stream in India on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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Squid Game: The Challenge 2023★ 6.5
Shares: Reality
In this reality competition show inspired by "Squid Game," 456 players put their skills to the ultimate test for a life-changing $4.56 million prize.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Pointless 2009★ 6.5
Shares: Reality
Quiz in which contestants try to score as few points as possible by plumbing the depths of their general knowledge to come up with the answers no-one else can think of.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Wheel of Fortune 1983★ 6.8
Shares: Reality
This game show sees contestants solve word puzzles, similar to those used in Hangman, to win cash and prizes determined by spinning a giant carnival wheel.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Wipeout 2008★ 6.4
Shares: Reality
Human cannonballs! Human pinballs! Crashes, smashes and mud splashes! Twenty-four thrill-seekers will compete in the world's largest extreme obstacle course designed to provide the most spills, face plants and wipeouts ever seen on television.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Chopped 2009★ 6.4
Shares: Reality
A high energy, fast paced cooking competition that challenges four up-and-coming chefs to turn a selection of everyday ingredients into an extraordinary three-course meal. After each course, a contestant gets “chopped” by our panel of esteemed culinary luminaries until the last man or woman left standing claims victory.
Stream in India on Discovery+ Amazon Channel
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The Masked Singer 2019★ 7.5
Shares: Reality
Celebrities compete in a singing competition with one major twist: each singer is shrouded from head to toe in an elaborate costume, complete with full face mask to conceal his or her identity. One singer will be eliminated each week, ultimately revealing his or her true identity.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Glow Up: Britain's Next Make-Up Star 2019★ 6.8
Shares: Reality
A talented cast of aspiring makeup artists live and work together as they attempt to prove their potential to industry professionals from a multitude of worlds from fashion to film. With regular eliminations, the challenges not only test their skills under pressure but also give them the opportunity to unleash their creative vision with jaw-dropping results.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Dating Naked UK 2024★ 7.9
Shares: Reality
In the pursuit of love, 10 singles take the brave steps of stripping off before entering a daring, dating experience. Unclothed they must begin to get to know each other, before their connections are put at risk.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Circle 2018★ 7.0
Shares: Reality
Players from all walks of life will compete to win up to £50,000. All living in one modern block but separately in individual apartments, the players will never come face-to.face, and can only interact with one another through an specially-designed app called The Circle.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Countdown 1982★ 6.0
Shares: Reality
The clock is ticking as contestants compete in games of lexical dexterity and numerical agility.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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RuPaul's Drag Race 2009★ 7.5
Shares: Reality
Join RuPaul, the world's most famous drag queen, as the host, mentor and judge for the ultimate in drag queen competitions. The top drag queens in the U.S. will vie for drag stardom as RuPaul, in full glamazon drag, will reign supreme in all judging and eliminations while helping guide the contestants as they prepare for each challenge.
Stream in India on WOW Presents Plus
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Total Wipeout 2009★ 6.1
Shares: Reality
Each week, 20 contestants compete in a series of challenges in an attempt to win £10,000. These challenges are based in large pools of water or mud and generally involve large assault courses that participants must cross.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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MasterChef Australia 2009★ 7.1
Shares: Reality
MasterChef Australia is a Logie Award-winning Australian competitive cooking game show based on the original British MasterChef. It is produced by Shine Australia and screens on Network Ten.
Stream in India on JioHotstar, VI movies and tv