Week 1 Cast and Professional Lineup
The current season features a lineup of celebrities paired with professional dancers for the first live results show. The cast includes athletes, actors, and public figures competing for the mirrorball trophy. The professional roster is drawn from returning champions and former champions, with assignments announced before the premiere. Details on the full cast and pro pairings are available on the official ABC page.
Each celebrity is matched with a pro based on dance background, rehearsal schedule, and producer decisions. The lineup reflects a mix of genres, from Latin to ballroom, giving viewers a preview of the season's stylistic range. The initial week focuses on foundational routines, with judges scoring on technique, timing, and presentation.
Scoring System and Week 1 Results
Judges use a standardized scoring scale where each routine receives individual marks that are averaged into a single judge score. The combined judge score is then merged with viewer votes to form the total leaderboard ranking for the week. The scoring methodology is consistent with previous seasons and is designed to balance expert evaluation with audience preference.
In week 1, the bottom couples are determined by the lowest combined total, with the highest-scoring pair earning the top spot on the leaderboard. The results show format reveals eliminations after the live broadcast, and the exact point totals are published by ABC and partner media outlets. For a breakdown of how the scoring works, see the official ABC guide.
Broadcast Schedule and Platform Availability
The show airs live on ABC in the United States, with a simultaneous broadcast on Disney+ for streaming subscribers. International versions are produced by BBC Studios and distributed in multiple markets under the same format and branding. The premiere episode follows a standard two-hour window, with results revealed in a separate results show later the same evening.
Viewers can access live streams, clips, and recap content through the ABC app and Disney+ platforms, subject to regional availability. The official schedule is published by Disney Entertainment and ABC, with episode guides updated after each broadcast. Additional information on the broadcast platform is available on the Disney+ help page.