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60 episodes
Episode 1
It Takes Two is back with new host Ellie Taylor. In a series packed full of the latest headlines, backstage gossip, expert opinions and exclusive interviews, Ellie keeps things up to date with all of the celebs and their pro dance partners throughout the Strictly season.
Episode 2
Ellie Taylor dishes up more unmissable backstage gossip and behind-the-scenes action from the world of Strictly as the celebs prepare for their next dances. Also, the five new pros join Ellie in studio for a catch-up.
Episode 3
Ellie Taylor has an exciting look at all the backstage ballroom action, with a panel of Strictly pros stopping by for a chat. Plus an exclusive first look at how some of the celebrities are handling their new dances.
Episode 4
Ellie Taylor is back with even more backstage gossip from the world of Strictly Come Dancing as more celebs stop by with some exclusives about their upcoming performances. Also, Strictly’s costume designer, Vicky Gill, has a sneak peek at some of the weekend’s outfits.
Episode 5
With the first elimination of the series looming, Ellie Taylor chats to the remaining celebs before their next live performances. Also, a panel of former Strictly celebs and pros get an exclusive look at all of the couples' weekend dances for the first time on the Strictly ballroom floor.
Episode 6
Ellie Taylor kicks off the week with an exclusive chat with the first couple to be eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing, and our All-Star panel return to break down the weekend’s action.
Episode 7
Ellie Taylor has more exciting behind-the-scenes action from the world of Strictly as some of the celebs stop by for a chat to reveal more about their upcoming dances.
Episode 8
Ellie Taylor takes a look at all the backstage ballroom action with the Pro Panel, who exclusively reveal what they have planned this weekend. Plus a trip to the training rooms for the first time to see how some of the other celebrities are coping with their new routines.
Episode 9
Ellie Taylor is on hand with even more behind-the-scenes action from the world of Strictly Come Dancing. Vicky Gill returns with a sneak peek at some of our couples' outfits, and more celebrities stop by with some dance exclusives.
Episode 10
Ellie gets all the backstage gossip and behind-the-scenes action ahead of the weekend’s live show. Also, she’s joined by a panel of Strictly all-stars who cast their eyes over the upcoming performances as the couples rehearse on the ballroom floor for the first time.
Episode 11
Ellie Taylor has another week of behind-the-scenes exclusives and backstage Strictly gossip. She’s joined by the latest couple to be eliminated, and the panel of all-stars returns to break down all the weekend’s action.
Episode 12
Ellie Taylor dishes up all the behind-the-scenes action from the ballroom with a panel of Strictly celebs, and Anton Du Beke swings by for a chat.
Episode 13
Ellie Taylor has training room exclusives that reveal how some of the celebs are getting on with their next dances. Also, a panel of Strictly pros pop by to reveal some dance secrets.
Episode 14
Ellie Taylor serves up more backstage gossip from the world of Strictly. Vicky Gill showcases what some of the couples are wearing at the weekend, and Strictly host Emma Willis drops in for a chat.
Episode 15
Ellie Taylor is on hand with more behind-the-scenes action and is joined by a trio of Strictly all-stars to discuss all things ballroom. Plus, more exclusive interviews with some of the remaining celebrities.
Episode 16
Ellie Taylor kicks off the week by chatting to the latest couple to be eliminated from the competition, and Friday’s all-star panel return to break down all the ballroom action from Icons Week.
Episode 17
Ellie Taylor dishes up some more unmissable gossip with a panel of Strictly celebs and the couple saved from the weekend’s dance-off. Plus, Craig Revel Horwood is back in the studio for a catch-up.
Episode 18
Ellie Taylor has an exciting guide through all the backstage ballroom action, including a chat with this week’s pro panel and an exclusive first look at how some of the celebrities are handling their next dances.
Episode 19
Ellie Taylor dishes up all the behind-the-scenes gossip with a panel of Strictly celebs, and Johannes Radebe swings by for a chat. Also, costume designer Vicky Gill is back with an exclusive look at what the couples are wearing at the weekend.
Episode 20
Ellie Taylor ends the week with more Strictly exclusives and chats with some of the remaining celebs. She's joined by an all-star panel of Strictly alumni to discuss this weekend’s performances, and Motsi Mabuse drops in for a chat.
Episode 21
Ellie Taylor kicks off the week by chatting to the latest couple to be eliminated from the competition, and Friday’s all-star panel return to break down all the ballroom action from the weekend.
Episode 22
Ellie Taylor dishes up some more unmissable gossip with a panel of Strictly celebs and the couple saved from the weekend’s dance-off. Also, Motsi Mabuse drops in for a chat.
Episode 23
Ellie Taylor gets all the latest news from inside the training rooms for the first time this week as the celebs prepare for their Halloween-themed dances. Also, the pro panel drop by for some gossip.
Episode 24
Ellie Taylor presents all the backstage gossip and behind-the-scenes action from the world of Strictly, and costume designer Vicky Gill has an exclusive look at some of the couples' Halloween outfits ahead of the weekend.
Episode 25
Ellie Taylor is on hand with more Strictly exclusives ahead of the weekend’s Halloween extravaganza. Also, this week’s all-star panel discuss the couples' next dances as they take to the ballroom floor for the first time this week.