When Did Dancing with the Stars Start
Dancing with the Stars premiered on June 1, 2005, on ABC in the United States. The show adapted the British format Strictly Come Dancing, which had debuted in 2004.
Original Cast and Format at Launch
The first season paired celebrities with professional ballroom dancers for weekly challenge routines. Judges scored performances, and viewers voted by phone and online to determine eliminations.
Where to Watch and Follow the Series
Full episodes and clips are available on the official ABC site and streaming platforms. For the complete broadcast history and episode guide, visit the official ABC Dancing with the Stars page at https://abc.com/shows/dancing-with-the-stars.
