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“RuPaul’s Drag Race” has released the first look of the new episode airing on Friday, January 16 and the queens are recovering after the first elimination.

***Spoilers Ahead***

In episode 2 of season 18, the queens experienced their first elimination and DD Fuego from New York, NY, was sent home. Tensions are now higher because the competition is getting real. Jane Don’t won last week’s challenge and is entering week three on a high. The other queens are trying not to let their nerves get the best of them and keep their eyes on the prize.

In the first look video of episode three on RuPaul’s Drag Race’s YouTube Channel, the queens are recuperating after the first elimination and are preparing for their next challenge, RDR Live! The queens must once again serve up laughs in the hilarious send-up of the iconic sketch comedy show. Actress and comedian, Sarah Sherman from “Saturday Night Live,” is the guest judge.

Season 18 premiered on Friday, January 2. Those without cable or who missed the first two episodes can watch new episodes every Friday for free through FuboTV, Paramount+ or DIRECTV, each of which offers a free trial to new users. Sling and Philo are other options for streaming the show, and Philo offers $8 off your first month.

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New episodes air on Fridays at 8 p.m. ET on MTV with the aftershow, Untucked: RuPaul’s Drag Race,” airing afterwards at 9:30 p.m. ET.

What is “RuPaul’s Drag Race” about?

The Emmy Award-winning global phenomenon “RuPaul’s Drag Race” is a reality show in which a group of talented drag queens compete in challenges to impress host RuPaul, the world’s most famous drag queen, to win a cash prize along with a crown and the title of America’s Next Drag Superstar, according to Paramount.

The 14 queens are listed below:

Athena Dion – Miami, FL | @athenadionBriar Blush – Boston, MA | @briarblush Boston’sCiara Myst – Indianapolis, IN | @the_ciara_mystDarlene Mitchell – Los Angeles, CA | @itsdarlenebtwDD Fuego – New York, NY | @ddfuegoDiscord Addams – St. Petersburg, FL | @discordxaddamsJane Don’t – Seattle, WA | @heyjanedontJuicy Love Dion – Miami, FL | @thejuicyloveKenya Pleaser – Sumter, SC | @kenyapleaserMandy Mango – Philadelphia, PA | @mandyy.mangoMia Starr – West Palm Beach, FL | @theofficialmiastarrMyki Meeks – Orlando, FL | @myki.meeksNini Coco – Denver, CO | @theninicocoVita VonTesse Starr – Montgomery, AL | @vitavontessestarr

Each episode consists of a main challenge, usually a performance or fashion design. They then participate in a themed runway show, where one is declared the winner of that week, while two others are announced to be up for elimination. The bottom two must then compete to stay on the show with a lip-sync for their lives.

Streaming ServiceStarting Monthly PriceFree TrialFree Trial LengthMax DiscountDIRECTV$89.99Yes5 days$40 off first monthFuboTV$55.99Yes5 days$30 off first monthParamount+$7.99Yes7 daysN/ASling TV$45.99NoN/A$30 off first monthPhilo$33NoN/A$8 off first month How can I watch “RuPaul’s Drag Race” without cable?

Those without cable can watch the show for free through FuboTV, Paramount+ or DIRECTV, each of which offers a free trial to new users. Sling and Philo are other options for streaming the show, and Philo offers $8 off your first month.

What is Philo?

Philo is an over-the-top internet live TV streaming service that offers 70+ entertainment and lifestyle channels, like AMC, BET, MTV, Comedy Central and more, for the budget-friendly price of $33/month.

What is Paramount+?

Paramount+ is a streaming platform that allows users to “stream thousands of episodes, live sports & exclusive originals – all in one place. Access hundreds of iconic movies, from award-winning classics to hit releases.” It also features breaking news and live sports. Paramount Plus offers a seven-day free trial and starts at $7.99 a month after the trial.

What is FuboTV?

FuboTV is an over-the-top internet live TV streaming service that offers more than 100 channels, like sports, news, entertainment and local channels. It offers DVR storage space, and is designed for people who want to cut the cord, but don’t want to miss out on their favorite live TV and sports. FuboTV offers up to $30 off your first month.

What is DIRECTV?

The streaming platform offers a vast array of content, including the best of live and on-demand streaming, with over 75 live TV channels to get started.

What is Sling?

Sling TV is the first app-based TV service, letting you stream live television and on-demand content over the internet. With Sling TV, you get to choose the television option that’s right for you, including Channel Add-ons, Premium Add-ons, DVR Plus and more.