What does it really take to become America's next drag superstar? From fabulous divas to outrageous flops, RuPaul gives a behind-the-scenes look at casting for Drag Race.

Aren't the holidays such a drag? Brighten up your night with a fierce Christmas challenge on tonight's RuPaul's Drag Race. The claws come out in the first challenge of the season when the girls are asked to create a holiday look with nothing but some tinsel, ornaments and a few well placed mistletoe. Written by Logo Publicity

The queens face the final frontier as they shoot two out-of-this-world sci-fi movie trailers. Written by Logo Publicity

The girls get physical as they produce their own inspirational workout videos directed by fitness guru Susan Powter.

The queens get a wake up call in the competition when they're asked to produce two morning news shows.

The queens compete in a star-studded TV game show where they must pull out their best celebrity impersonations.

The queens look good enough to eat in this episode where they're challenged to find fashion inspiration from the world of cakes.

The queens perform stand-up comedy routines in front of a live studio audience.

The queens create patriotic video messages for the troops.

The dolls record a single and perform before a live audience.

The queens wig out when they have to compete in a fantasy hair show.

The queens must transform a group of All-American straight jocks into their drag sisters. Written by Logo Publicity

The dolls break the bank as they perform in a pageant of dresses made out of money. Written by Logo Publicity

Take a look back at the highlights, low-lights and previously unseen footage from the first 12 episodes as we race toward the climactic grand finale.

The remaining three queens face their final challenge when they're asked to transform into video vixens for the music video to Ru's latest single, Champion.

Wigs fly as the queens return to discuss the drama of the season.