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WORLD OF WONDER CONFIRMS INAUGURAL "RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE UK ALL STARS" WILL BE PRODUCED IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
Following Massive Fan Enthusiasm and Strong Partner Support, World of Wonder Locks in UK Production Base For 10-Episode Season, Premiering Autumn 2027 on WOW Presents Plus
LONDON & LOS ANGELES — October 2026 — World of Wonder (WOW) officially confirmed today that production for the highly anticipated first-ever season of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK All Stars will take place in the United Kingdom.
Following the massive response to the show’s move to WOW Presents Plus, World of Wonder is committing to keeping the physical production on British soil, celebrating the unparalleled artistry and rich heritage of the UK drag scene directly from its home country.
World of Wonder extends its heartfelt gratitude to the UK fanbase, production teams, and key commercial and brand partners whose dedication and enthusiasm makes filming in the UK possible.
"The soul of British drag belongs in the UK, and thanks to the extraordinary support from our fans and brand partners, we are thrilled to confirm that RuPaul’s Drag Race UK All Stars will be produced right here on British soil," said World of Wonder co-founders Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato. "This series is a celebration of the legendary queens who have graced the UK runway. We could not be more grateful to our community for making this possible, and we can’t wait to bring this bloody marvelous new chapter to WOW Presents Plus members worldwide."
Set to premiere in Autumn 2027, RuPaul’s Drag Race UK All Stars will bring back iconic alumni from across the UK franchise to battle for a coveted spot in Drag Race herstory over the course of 10 episodes. The series will stream exclusively on WOW Presents Plus in the UK, US, and in over 180 territories globally. Subscribers will also have access to the complete library of all 8 seasons of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK and 3 seasons of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs. The World.
About World of Wonder
World of Wonder (WOW) has reshaped international pop culture, earning 33 Emmys, inspiring two Oscars, creating global network WOW Presents Plus across 190 territories, and bringing drag culture to the world stage via RuPaul's Drag Race and DragCon. WOW's O&O SVOD WOW Presents Plus is the exclusive home to the global Drag Race franchise and hundreds of WOW Original series. WOW's pioneering television portfolio includes other smash-hit franchises like Million Dollar Listing. Their film division WOW Docs produces groundbreaking documentaries including Mapplethorpe: Look at the Pictures, Party Monster, and The Eyes of Tammy Faye. WOW also operates YouTube channel WOWPresents, music label World of Wonder Records, the WOW Podcast Network, and year-round international live events. Co-founders Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato have been profiled in Variety's Reality TV Impact Report and Hollywood Reporter's Most Powerful Producers in Unscripted. Honors for their trailblazing work include the IDA Pioneer Award, Realscreen's Global 100 list, Banff's Impact Award, and the OUT 100. In 2022, World of Wonder was ranked #2 among film and TV powerhouses in Fast Company's World's 50 Most Innovative Companies.
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