“Gentlemen, start your engines,” as the latest season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” kicks off this week.

Hosted by the iconic RuPaul Charles, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” is a reality competition where drag queens vie for cash prizes, a lifetime supply of cosmetics, and the coveted title of “America’s Next Drag Superstar.” Season 17 is set to debut this Friday.

Described as the “most extravagant season in herstory,” Season 17 showcases drag queens from cities including Los Angeles, New York, and Chattanooga, Tennessee. The season will also feature several former champions, such as Season 9 winner Trinity the Tuck, along with celebrity guests like Katy Perry and Quinta Brunson.

Here’s what you need to know about the premiere schedule and viewing options for Season 17 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race.”

When does Season 17 of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ air?

Season 17 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” will premiere at 8 p.m. EST on Friday, January 3.

Where can I watch Season 17 of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’?

The new season airs live on MTV at 8 p.m. EST every Friday, starting January 3. The entire season consists of 16 episodes, releasing weekly.

If you’re without cable, no worries! You can stream the season on platforms like Hulu, Paramount+, and Prime Video. Additionally, live TV options include Pluto TV, fuboTV, Philo, Fandango at Home, and YouTube TV.

Who are the competing queens in Season 17 of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’?

Season 17 features a lineup of fourteen talented drag queens:

• Acacia Forgot from Los Angeles, California
• Arrietty from Seattle, Washington
• Crystal Envy from Asbury Park, New Jersey
• Hormona Lisa from Chattanooga, Tennessee
• Jewels Sparkles from Tampa, Florida
• Joella from Los Angeles
• Kori King from Boston, Massachusetts
• Lana Ja’Rae from New York, New York
• Lexi Love from Louisville, Kentucky
• Lucky Starzzz from Miami, Florida
• Lydia B Kollins from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
• Onya Nurve from Cleveland, Ohio
• Sam Star from Leeds, Alabama
• Suzie Toot from Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Who are the guest judges for Season 17 of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’?

Each episode will feature a celebrity guest judge joining RuPaul and Michele Visage on the panel. Additional rotating judges such as Carson Kressley, Ross Matthews, and Ts Madison will also appear throughout the season.

The Season 17 trailer hints at an exciting lineup of guest judges, including:

• Katy Perry
• Quinta Brunson
• Sam Smith
• Adam Lambert
• Tracee Ellis Ross
• Law Roach
• Paul W. Downs
• Whitney Cummings
• Hunter Schafer
• Jerrod Charmichael
• June Diane Raphael
• Julia Schlaepfer
• Doechi
• Sandra Bernhard
• Betsy Johnson