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Boasting 33 successful seasons, Dancing with the Stars is one of the longest-running dancing reality TV shows. Fortunately for ardent fans, who reside all across the world, the ever-popular show doesn't look like it's going to shut up shop anytime soon. First aired in the year 2005, Dancing with the Stars is a dance contest wherein well-known celebrities are paired with professional dancers.
Each pair has to impress the judges with different dance routines to stay in the competition. Every week, the pair with the lowest points and votes, gets eliminated. This goes on till one dance pair wins the coveted Mirrorball Trophy. Viewers enjoy the show because it allows celebrities to step out of their comfort zones. It also helps that each Dancing with the Stars performance is engrossing and unique.
However, Dancing with the Stars isn't the only dancing reality TV show that is worth tuning into. Fans of the world-renowned show should check out the exciting titles on this list that will get them moving and grooving.
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Dancing on Ice and six other dancing reality TV shows like Dancing with the Stars that celebrate the art of dance
1) Dance Fever (1979)
Modern dancing reality TV shows, including Dancing with the Stars, wouldn't exist without old variety shows that helped pave the way. Dance Fever is one such variety show that developed people's interest in watching talented dancing pairs lay it all out on the dance floor in the hopes of winning the coveted prize.
One of the best things about Dancing with the Stars is the creativity that goes into the routines. In this classic show, viewers will find that the participants work hard to make their performances one-of-a-kind since they get marked on originality, showmanship, style, and technique. However, it is important to remember that this show features celebrities not as participants, but as judges.
In addition to the dancing, Dance Fever also had a section wherein different artists from disco, pop, or R&B would perform their latest songs.
Where to watch: This show, containing 234 episodes, is available for streaming on Plex.
2) Strictly Come Dancing (2004)
Real fans know that there would be no Dancing with the Stars without Strictly Come Dancing. This British dancing reality TV show that started airing in 2004 amassed such a huge following that it spawned several versions including the American one, which is watched by people around the globe.
The show format will be familiar to fans of Dancing with the Stars. Celebrities are paired with professional dancers who teach them various dance routines. The couples then perform in front of the judges who allot them points. The audience, watching at home, can help their favorite pairs through public voting. The pairs progress in the competition or get eliminated based on their final scores.
Like Dancing with the Stars, this show also keeps the audience on their toes because it is never easy to predict which pair will deliver the best performance of the night and that is what makes it so interesting to watch.
Where to watch: Episodes of Strictly Come Dancing can be viewed on Prime Video.
3) So You Think You Can Dance (2005)
Many people tune in to Dancing with the Stars because they are interested in learning about dance, the varied styles and techniques. Likewise, So You Think You Can Dance also challenges its participants to hone different dance styles, that too within a short time frame.
Containing 18 seasons and 319 episodes, this dancing reality TV show shortlists participants from open auditions that are held across the United States. Only the best dancers are chosen for the main competition phase. The title of "America's favorite dancer" goes to dancers who impress the judges and make a lasting impact on the viewing audience.
Season after season, So You Think You Can Dance has unearthed talented dancers who have gone on to make a name for themselves in the field of entertainment. Another reason to watch this show is for the mesmerizing choreography that is always fresh and imaginative.
Where to watch: So You Think You Can Dance can be streamed on Hulu, Prime Video and Apple TV+.
4) Dancing on Ice (2005)
Like in Dancing with the Stars, this dancing reality TV show finds celebrity guests out of their depth. They are partnered up with professionals who teach them figure skating. The pairs then have to perform the ice dance routines in front of the judges' panel to earn points. The public can also send in votes for their favorite participants.
Shows like Dancing with the Stars and Dancing on Ice particularly appeal to viewers because it reiterates the fact that there is merit in trying something new. Most of the celebrities who take part in these shows have little experience with learning dance routines but they still manage to deliver memorable performances that stay with the viewer for a long time.
Where to watch: Dancing on Ice, containing 16 seasons and 236 episodes is available on Apple TV+ and Prime Video.
5) Got to Dance (2009)
For a show that has gone on for as long as Dancing with the Stars, it needs variety in order to keep the audience entertained. The audience expects creativity and originality, something the show has delivered year after year. Another dancing reality TV show that impressed viewers with out-of-the-box choreography is Got to Dance, which has a total of five seasons and 71 episodes.
The show starts off with auditions. After which the selected participants take part in the live semi-finals and finals. To a certain extent, the dance routines on Dancing with the Stars are restricted since there are only two people on stage. But since Got to Dance was open to groups with multiple members, it allowed for heavily detailed and synchronized group choreography that left viewers awestruck.
Where to watch: Got to Dance is available for streaming on Apple TV+ and Plex.
6) World of Dance (2017)
Jennifer Lopez and Ne-Yo are predominantly known for their music but at the same time, they have also made headlines for their dancing abilities. And so, when the two of them came on board as judges for this dancing reality TV show, fans were understandably elated.
The format of the show is a lot like other titles on this list. It starts with auditions and then the selected participants take part in dance duels. Those who manage to survive the duels proceed to the semi-finals. The four highest-scoring acts then take part in the final.
Like Dancing with the Stars, the competitive angle of the show brings out the best in the participants who are forced to explore and experiment in order to get ahead of their rivals. It has a total of four seasons and 49 episodes.
Where to watch: World of Dance can be streamed on Roku.
7) Legendary (2020)
Dancing with the Stars is a joy to watch because each performance tells a story. In a similar fashion, Legendary enables LGBTQ artists to express themselves and make their voices heard. The contestants are divided into groups called houses and they have to take part in different challenges. Based on their performances, they move on to the next round or are eliminated.
What makes Legendary different is that it explores the ballroom scene that involves voguing, dancing and more. Fans who love Dancing with the Stars for its glitz and glam will certainly enjoy the electrifying performances by the different houses. This dancing reality TV show has three seasons and 29 episodes.
Where to watch: Episodes of Legendary are available on Prime Video and Tubi.
For years, Dancing with the Stars has enjoyed its status as a crowd favorite but it cannot be denied that there are other dancing reality TV shows out there that are just as engaging and addictive.
