What Time is Strictly Come Dancing on Tonight?
Strictly Come Dancing airs tonight at 6:35 pm on BBC One, Saturday, 22 November 2025. That’s right: set your reminders, finish up those errands, and maybe give the kettle a (quick) boil before the sequins start flying.
The show kicks off right after Alan Carr’s Picture Slam, so if you’re a Strictly fan but not much for the quiz show, it’s an easy handover.
Want the full breakdown for your weekend? Here’s a casual snapshot:
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Saturday (Main Show): 6:35 pm, BBC One
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Sunday (Results): 7:15 pm, BBC One
Strictly’s timing can vary slightly (schedule shuffles do happen, blame live sport!). But, for Blackpool week especially, you can bet the start time will be about as reliable as Tess Daly’s sparkly shoes. Few things beat hearing that theme tune on time, honestly.
Strictly Come Dancing in Blackpool
Tonight marks Strictly’s annual Blackpool special, the most anticipated episode of the series. Blackpool means Strictly isn’t just in the BBC studio, it’s live from the historic Tower Ballroom, a place as legendary for ballroom fans as Wimbledon’s Centre Court is for tennis lovers. Getting to Blackpool feels almost like a rite of passage for the couples. Celebs and pros often talk about it as their mini Strictly final, months before the real trophy’s in sight.
There’s extra glitter, wild group routines, and a sort of unspoken Strictly law: Blackpool night brings emotions, happy tears, and at least one dance so joyfully chaotic that social media explodes (in the best way). Ask any seasoned viewer they’ll remember their favourite Blackpool performances long after the glitter’s swept up.
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Even some pros call this their season highlight, and who can blame them? For anyone watching with family, Blackpool’s also the unofficial midpoint: the moment the show shifts from fun to fierce competition. Look for the judges getting a tad sentimental too (even Craig, sometimes).
The Full List of Songs and Dances by Couples
Here’s tonight’s dance card, because Strictly fans do love their lists and spoilers!
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Amber & Nikita: Quickstep to "Reach" by S Club 7
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Lewis & Katya: Charleston to "I Bet That You Look Good On The Dancefloor" by Arctic Monkeys
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Alex & Johannes: Couple’s Choice to "History Repeating + Look At Me" by Propellerheads
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Balvinder Sopal and Julian Caillon – Argentine Tango to ‘The Logical Song’ by Supertramp
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George Clarke and Alexis Warr – Salsa to ‘Rock This Party (Everybody Dance Now)’ by Bob Sinclar
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Karen Carney and Carlos Gu – Paso Doble to ‘O Fortuna’ by Carmina Burana
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Where to Watch Strictly Come Dancing?
Strictly airs live on BBC One and streams on BBC iPlayer for UK viewers tonight at 6:35 pm. BBC iPlayer usually has the episode available on demand shortly after it finishes, which is a lifesaver for anyone double-booked with weekend plans or those who want an instant rewatch (it happens; those dance-offs get heated).
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BBC One: the place for live Strictly drama
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BBC iPlayer: for streaming or catching up, totally free in the UK.
Disclaimer:
All information in this article is provided for general guidance only. TV schedules may change unexpectedly. Please check official sources for the latest updates. No responsibility is taken for outdated or inaccurate broadcast details. Viewing availability may vary by region and platform.
