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A dance musical that explores the juxtaposition of several segments of 1980s life and society in New York: the ball culture world, the rise of the luxury Trump-era universe and the downtown social and literary scene.

3 Seasons
26 Episodes
Ended
Drama
Cast & Characters
The Trunk
9.3/10 (827 votes)

#1 The Trunk

S3:E3

After she is unjustly arrested, Elektra convinces Blanca to aid in disposing of the trunk in her closet before law enforcement finds it.

In My Heels
9.2/10 (842 votes)

#2 In My Heels

S2:E10

After a medical set back, Blanca struggles to reassemble the House of Evangelista. Meanwhile, Pray Tell confronts old traumas when an exciting new category is proposed.

Love is the Message
9.1/10 (1217 votes)

#3 Love is the Message

S1:E6

Pray Tell organizes a cabaret for the AIDS ward at a local hospital.

Mother of The Year
9.1/10 (1211 votes)

#4 Mother of The Year

S1:E8

The ultimate showdown takes places at the Princess Ball, when the House of Evangelista battles against the House of Ferocity and Mother of the Year is decided

Never Knew Love Like This Before
9.1/10 (1405 votes)

#5 Never Knew Love Like This Before

S2:E4

The Ballroom community is shaken to its core when a valued member is brutally attacked.

Something Old, Something New
9.0/10 (668 votes)

#6 Something Old, Something New

S3:E6

While the dust settles on their unforeseen life change, Papi adjusts to being a guardian and Angel seeks guidance from an unexpected source

Mother's Day
8.9/10 (1084 votes)

#7 Mother's Day

S1:E5

Blanca is forced to reconnect with her estranged siblings after the death of her mother.

Acting Up
8.9/10 (1006 votes)

#8 Acting Up

S2:E1

Convinced Madonna's "Vogue" will lead to mainstream acceptance, Blanca encourages the House of Evangelista to follow their dreams despite putting her own on the backburner. Meanwhile, Pray Tell joins an activist organization fighting for the rights of HIV positive people.

Life's a Beach
8.9/10 (780 votes)

#9 Life's a Beach

S2:E9

With Blanca reeling from an unexpected loss, Elektra organizes a girls trip to the shore.

Series Finale: Part 1
8.9/10 (580 votes)

#10 Series Finale: Part 1

S3:E7

When Blanca discovers an HIV clinical trial is denying access to people of color she joins ACT UP in an effort to get Pray Tell the medication

Giving and Receiving
8.8/10 (1195 votes)

#11 Giving and Receiving

S1:E3

The House of Evangelista celebrates the holidays and prepares for the Snow Ball in spite of Angel’s lack of holiday spirit. Elektra contemplates undergoing an affirming medical procedure.

Revelations
8.7/10 (739 votes)

#12 Revelations

S2:E8

Relationships are irreparably damaged when Damon reveals the secrets others have been hiding.

Pilot
8.6/10 (1671 votes)

#13 Pilot

S1:E1

Blanca pursues her dream of becoming a house mother after receiving a devastating medical diagnosis, and Damon moves to New York City with aspirations of joining a dance company.

The Fever
8.6/10 (1051 votes)

#14 The Fever

S1:E4

Candy’s insecurities about her appearance are heightened when she is criticized at a ball. Meanwhile, Blanca worries when Damon and Ricky have a medical scare that threatens to tear them apart.

Take Me To Church
8.6/10 (684 votes)

#15 Take Me To Church

S3:E4

After a startling health update, Pray Tell returns home to reconnect with his birth family.

Access
8.5/10 (1248 votes)

#16 Access

S1:E2

Blanca is denied access to a popular bar leading to a purposeful feud. Meanwhile, inexperienced Damon learns the truth about love and sex when he is asked on a date.

Pink Slip
8.5/10 (951 votes)

#17 Pink Slip

S1:E7

Blanca makes a startling revelation about Lil Papi that changes the House of Evangelista forever. Meanwhile, Elektra rethinks her means of survival when the House of Abundance is evicted from their apartment.

Worth It
8.5/10 (812 votes)

#18 Worth It

S2:E2

Determined to be an example to her children, Blanca launches a business venture with unexpected results. Meanwhile, Ricky’s travels have unpredicted consequences for his relationship with Damon, and Elektra shocks the ballroom community with a bold move.

Butterfly/Cocoon
8.5/10 (824 votes)

#19 Butterfly/Cocoon

S2:E3

A fatal mishap with a client leads Elektra to seek out the counsel of Blanca and Candy. Meanwhile, moving from friends to lovers proves to be a challenge for Angel and Lil Papi.

Intervention
8.4/10 (639 votes)

#20 Intervention

S3:E2

When Pray Tell's alcoholism leads to expected consequences, Blanca stages a much-needed intervention. Meanwhile, Blanca nervously prepares to meet Christopher's parents.

Something Borrowed, Something Blue
8.2/10 (546 votes)

#21 Something Borrowed, Something Blue

S3:E5

A visit from an old friend complicates Angel and Papi's wedding plans. Meanwhile, Elektra expands her business with the help of her new, shady, associates.

What Would Candy Do?
8.1/10 (720 votes)

#22 What Would Candy Do?

S2:E5

Competition gets the best of Damon and Ricky as they audition for a spot on Madonna’s Blonde Ambition tour.

Blow
8.1/10 (669 votes)

#23 Blow

S2:E7

The House of Evangelista plan a large prank to antagonize Frederica. Meanwhile, Angel is introduced to the unsavory side of modeling

On The Run
8.1/10 (674 votes)

#24 On The Run

S3:E1

1994. With the AIDS epidemic reaching fever pitch, Blanca finds purpose working as a nurse's aide, but Blanca's history with a new patient leads to a challenging ordeal. Lemar shakes up the community when he becomes father to the unruly House of Khan.

Love's in Need of Love Today
7.7/10 (819 votes)

#25 Love's in Need of Love Today

S2:E6

After falling ill while organizing his annual AIDS Cabaret, PrayTell lands in the hospital leading to a series of unexpected visitors.

Series Finale: Part 2
0.0/10

#26 Series Finale: Part 2

S3:E8

When Blanca discovers an HIV clinical trial is denying access to people of color she joins ACT UP in an effort to get Pray Tell the medication.

Cast & Chracters

Blanca

Blanca

Actor: Michaela Jaé Rodriguez
Elektra Abundance

Elektra Abundance

Actor: Dominique Jackson
Pray Tell

Pray Tell

Actor: Billy Porter
Angel

Angel

Actor: Indya Moore
Lil Papi

Lil Papi

Actor: Angel Bismark Curiel
Ricky

Ricky

Actor: Dyllón Burnside
Lulu

Lulu

Actor: Hailie Sahar
Lemar

Lemar

Actor: Jason A. Rodriguez
Veronica Ferocity

Veronica Ferocity

Actor: Jiggly Caliente
Christopher

Christopher

Actor: Jeremy Pope

The highest rated episode of POSE is "The Trunk" (S3E3) with a rating of 9.30.

This episode received 827 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Love's in Need of Love Today" (S2E6) with a rating of 7.70.

This episode received 819 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Love is the Message" (S1E6) with a rating of 9.10.

This episode received 1,217 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Access" (S1E2) with a rating of 8.50.

This episode received 1,248 votes.

The highest rated episode is "In My Heels" (S2E10) with a rating of 9.20.

This episode received 842 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Love's in Need of Love Today" (S2E6) with a rating of 7.70.

This episode received 819 votes.

The highest rated episode is "The Trunk" (S3E3) with a rating of 9.30.

This episode received 827 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "On The Run" (S3E1) with a rating of 8.10.

This episode received 674 votes.

Name Department Job
Barry Lee Moe Costume & Make-Up Hair Department Head
Fred Buchholz Crew Special Effects Coordinator
Frank McCormack Lighting Gaffer
Alexa L. Fogel Production Casting
Alexis Martin Woodall Production Executive Producer
Brad Falchuk Production Executive Producer
Brad Simpson Production Executive Producer
Elizabeth Berra Production Casting Associate
Erica Kay Production Producer
Janet Mock Production Producer
Nina Jacobson Production Executive Producer
Our Lady J Production Producer
Ryan Murphy Production Executive Producer
Sherry Marsh Production Executive Producer
Steven Canals Production Co-Executive Producer
Doug Andham Sound Sound Re-Recording Mixer
Gary Megregian Sound Supervising Sound Editor
Joe Earle Sound Sound Re-Recording Mixer
Mac Quayle Sound Original Music Composer
Nick Neutra Sound Foley Supervisor

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