How to watch the RuPaul’s Drag Race season 12 finale live online from anywhere tonight

A lip sync competition over Zoom? Given the times we live in, we’ll sissy walk to anything that lets Mama Ru crown a new queen, squirrel friends! It might not be how anyone ever imagined it, but finalists Crystal Methyd, Jaida Essence Hall and Gigi Goode are all so fabulous, we know they’ll make tonight’s remote finale every bit as glamtacular as it could ever be. Sashay down the page to find out how to watch the RuPaul’s Drag Race season 12 finale and stream it online tonight from anywhere in the world.

Yes, tonight’s finale is going to be virtual lip sync extravaganza – and there are some very special guests to expect, too. Chief among these is RuPaul season 11 winner Yvie Oddly, who will be on hand to pass the crown to the new queen – complete with $100,000 prize. There will also be Nina West to award $10,000 in cash to this year’s Miss Congeniality, which recognizes the contestant considered to be the kindest in the current run.

Of the contestants, Goode has to the favorite heading into tonight’s finale, having won the most challenges throughout the season. Hall can’t be discounted, though, as they’ve werked the highest of heels, most bombastic wigs, and fiercest makeup this year. Crystal Methyd is everyone’s favorite underdog and everyone will be secretly rooting they slay the competition at the last.

Yes, it’s been an epic season 12 for RuPaul’s Drag Race, so forget that the Covid-19 crisis means tonight’s episode will be a remotely streamed affair. Instead, buckle up for another raucous finale and Viva La Ruvolution! Here’s how to watch the RuPaul’s Drag Race season 12 finale online, no matter where you find your glorious self right now.

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How to watch RuPaul’s Drag Race online from outside your country

If you find yourself far from home when the latest episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race drops – remember business trips and vacations? – don’t let geo-blocks get you down. If you’re in a country where this content isn’t available, you can install a VPN so you can watch season 12’s Drag Race finale online using whatever service you normally subscribe to and use at home.

This piece of software changes your IP address, so you can access tonight’s episode just like you would from the comfort of your own couch.

How to watch RuPaul’s Drag Race online in the US

• Philo: probably the best deal, for the modest sum of $20 per month, you get access to 59 channels, which includes VH1, A&E, the Paramount Network and MTV. Instant access to a free, week-long trial is available just by providing your mobile number, but after 48 hours you’ll need to enter your billing details to continue watching.
• Sling: You need to select a base package of either Sling Orange or Sling Blue. Both are $30 per month after the first month’s rate of $20. Neither have VH1, so you need to include Lifestyle Extra for an additional $5 per month to access that channel and 10 more. If you’re holding out for a free trial, you can’t access this through the web, though it is available via Sling compatible devices, like AirTV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, LG webOS and Xbox One.
• Hulu: affordable prices and a generous free trial period make Hulu another good option to get channels like VH1 for less by cutting the cord.
• FuboTV: fubo Standard provides 108 channels, two simultaneous streams, and 30 hours DVR storage for $54.99 per month. The first seven days are free and you can cancel anytime.
• AT&T TV Now: their entry-level option is Plus, which offers over 45 channels for a monthly fee of $65. It includes some premium channels, too, like HBO, ESPN and FX, in addition to VH1. If you’re a new customer, you can bag a 7-day free trial.

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Use WOW Presents Plus to watch RuPaul’s Drag Race and more

WOW Present Plus is the self-dubbed “official streamer of all things drag” and comes to us from World of Wonder, the production company behind RuPaul’s Drag Race.

As such, it has an impressive catalogue of RuPaul shows – including the latest season 12 episodes – available to stream all over the world including in markets like India, South Africa, the UAE and many other countries. A full list of what’s available and where can be found here.

It’s a pretty niche offering but if drag shows are your thing, you’ll find it also hosts the likes of UNHhhh, Untucked, and Transformations – all for the ultra-affordable price of just $3.99 a month. Best of all, there’s a FREE 7-day trial on offer so you can shantay on over and check it out for yourself.

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