Launch Show

It’s time to start dancing - Strictly’s back. Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe take the helm as a brand new year in the ballroom begins.

The show opens in spectacular style, with an incredible performance from the entire Strictly cast. Fifteen celebrities nervously wait to find out their professional partners, and this year, there’s a twist. Five new pros make their entrance on the dance floor, and reigning champion, Karen Carney, returns for an epic performance.

Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke return to the judging panel to keep a watchful eye over proceedings before the competition officially kicks off.