So You Think You Can Dance

So You Think You Can Dance (2005-2024)

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The summer hit So You Think You Can Dance, hosted by Cat Deeley, keeps viewers moving to a different beat as dancers skilled in everything from the 'street' styles of Hip-Hop, Krumping and Popping to Ballroom's Salsa, Quickstep and Jive compete to be named the nation's favorite. In the performance round, the 20 finalists dance for America's votes, and each week the six contestants comprising the bottom three couples are given a chance to perform solo routines to encourage viewers to keep them on the show. Then the judges decide which dancers stay in the competition and which two are eliminated.

Network
Scheduleevery Monday at 21:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

The Finale
Season 18Episode 1060 min

The Finale

After a challenging season, the final three dancers face off in their pursuit of the $100,000 grand prize and one will be named the season 18 winner of So You Think You Can Dance. In the exciting season finale, the top ten return and perform a group number choreographed by Luther Brown, and the final three each select someone from the top ten to perform with them in their final performance pieces. In addition to Luther Brown the choreographers for the final performance pieces from the top three include returning All-Star Kayla Radomski with Tucker Barkley, All-Star Ivan Koumaev with Diana Matos, and Talia Favia. Additionally, more All-Stars return alongside the top 10 as Natasha Bedingfield performs her iconic hit single "Unwritten," including fan favorites Season 17 winner Alexis Warr, Season 16 winner Bailey Munoz, Alex Wong, and Jasmine Harper. Who will have what it takes to win $100,000 and be crowned the winner of So You Think You Can Dance?

 

May 20, 2024

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'So You Think You Can Dance' premiere?

'So You Think You Can Dance' premiered on July 20, 2005.

Who were the judges in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'?

The judges in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance' were Nigel Lythgoe, Mary Murphy, and Brian Friedman.

Who was the host of the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'?

The host of the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance' was Lauren S\u00e1nchez.

How many contestants were there in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'?

There were 16 contestants in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'.

Who was the winner of the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'?

Nick Lazzarini was the winner of the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'.

What was the prize for winning the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'?

The winner of the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance' received $100,000 and a new car.

How many dance styles were featured in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'?

There were 10 dance styles featured in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'.

Who choreographed the group routines in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'?

Brian Friedman choreographed the group routines in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'.

Which contestant in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance' had previously danced in Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' music video?

Ashl\u00e9 Dawson had previously danced in Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' music video before appearing on the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'.

How many couples were there in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'?

There were eight couples in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'.

Who was the oldest contestant in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'?

The oldest contestant in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance' was Melody Lacayanga, who was 23 years old.

What was the name of the ballroom dance expert who appeared as a guest judge in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'?

The ballroom dance expert who appeared as a guest judge in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance' was Bruno Tonioli.

Who was the youngest contestant in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'?

The youngest contestant in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance' was 18-year-old Ryan Conferido.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'?

There were 13 episodes in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'.

Which contestant in the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance' was a former NFL cheerleader?

Artem Chigvintsev was a former NFL cheerleader before appearing on the first season of 'So You Think You Can Dance'.

Cast

Matthew Morrison

Matthew Morrison

plays himself
Lauren Sánchez

Lauren Sánchez

plays herself
Adam Shankman

Adam Shankman

plays himself
Allison Holker

Allison Holker

plays herself
Nigel Lythgoe

Nigel Lythgoe

plays himself
Maksim Chmerkovskiy

Maksim Chmerkovskiy

plays himself
Cat Deeley

Cat Deeley

plays herself
Leah Remini

Leah Remini

plays herself
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Characters

Judge

Judge

played by Matthew Morrison
Presenter

Presenter

played by Lauren Sánchez
Judge

Judge

played by Adam Shankman
Judge

Judge

played by Allison Holker
Judge

Judge

played by Nigel Lythgoe
Judge

Judge

played by Maksim Chmerkovskiy
Presenter

Presenter

played by Cat Deeley
Judge

Judge

played by Leah Remini
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Also known as

  • The Next Generation - Season 13 title (United States)
  • So You Think You Can Dance: The Next Generation (United States)
  • Táncolj, ha tudsz! (Hungary)

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