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A brand new episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race premieres on MTV Friday, Jan. 16 at 8/7c.

During this week’s new episode, the queens are tasked with serving up laughs in the hilarious send-up of the iconic sketch comedy show.

How to watch RuPaul’s Drag Race season 18

Cord cutters looking for ways to keep up with season 18 of the hit MTV series can stream new episodes weekly through a variety of streaming platforms, some of which offer free trials to new subscribers.

Fubo considers itself a sports-oriented streaming platform, but with over 100 live TV channels included in its lineup, the popular streaming service offers a variety of content to explore. Fubo has an ongoing free trial available for new subscribers, and though priced at $73.99 a month, a current promotion offers new users up to $30 off their first month in addition to the free trial.

DIRECTV is similar to Fubo as it offers many of the same channels and helpful features like unlimited cloud DVR storage. Along with its four streaming packages that start at $89.99, DIRECTV also offers its subscribers the ability to customize their content even more through genre packs, which limits filler channel overload. The platform offers a 5-day free trial, and to make it even sweeter for new users, DIRECTV is slashing $40 off new subscribers’ first month, meaning users can start streaming for just $49 a month.

Philo is considered one of the most affordable traditional cable alternatives out there. At just $33 a month (only $25 the first month), subscribers can enjoy over 70 top-rated TV channels such as TLC, MTV, BET, AMC, CMT, Investigation Discovery and more. Subscribers can also access HBO Max and discovery+ content with a Philo subscription.

Sling is another great streaming platform replacing basic cable. By offering users a stellar selection of popular TV channels, Sling is a great alternative to the hassle of traditional cable. Sling is also introducing day, week and weekend passes which allow users to choose how long they can access the platform. Plans start at just $45.99 a month after the first month and the new passes start at $4.99.

More about this week’s new episode

This week, the queens serve up laughs in a can’t-miss sketch comedy show. Meanwhile, actress and comedian Sarah Sherman, best known for her time spent on Saturday Night Live, serves as this week’s guest judge.