- Updated: Sep. 15, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
- Published: Sep. 15, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
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‘Dancing with the Stars’ officially returns for Season 35 tonight with a two-night premiere at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. Here’s everything fans need to know, including how to watch for free:
How can I watch for free without cable?
ABC is available to stream through Fubo and DirecTV Stream, with both streaming services offering free trials and first-month discounts for new customers. Fans can also watch through Disney+, with plans starting at $11.99 per month.
How will the Week 1 format work?
The male celebrities will dance first on Tuesday night, followed by the female celebrities on Wednesday night. Each pair will dance to a No. 1 song from the year they were born.
Is there an elimination?
Yes. There will be an elimination tonight from the male celebrities’ group as well as tomorrow night’s group from the female celebrities, meaning two celebrities will be sent home in Week 1.
Who are the male celebrities?
The male celebrities and their partners performing tonight are:
- Connor Leavitt and Adele Zaikman
- Connor Wood and Rylee Arnold
- Ezra French and Daniella Karagach
- Guillermo Rodriguez and Witney Carson
- Harry Shum Jr. and Jenna Johnson
- Jackson Olson and Emma Slater
- Taylor Janson and Britt Stewart
- Tyler Cameron and Sharna Burgess
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