Strictly’s Johannes Radebe Explains Early Movie Week Shift

Strictly Come Dancing moves Movie Week to week two as host Johannes Radebe explains the change and highlights new creative opportunities for dancers.

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October 3, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — The BBC’s popular dance competition, Strictly Come Dancing, has launched its 2026 season with a revised schedule, including an earlier-than-usual Movie Week. Host Johannes Radebe has shared insights into the changes that have been made this year, highlighting the shift in structure and the benefits for contestants.

Radebe explained that moving Movie Week to an earlier stage ensures all celebrity participants have the chance to perform in at least one themed week before being eliminated. This marks a first for the show, according to the host, who expressed excitement about the creative possibilities for the professional dancers. Something that hasn’t happened in years so I know the professionals are going to eat it up, he said, referring to the fresh approach.

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The upcoming episode will feature performances inspired by iconic films such as *Ratatouille*, *Grease*, and *The Sound of Music*. Among the confirmed acts are Jaime Winstone, who will dance a cha cha to Pretty Woman, and Dani Dyer, who will perform a foxtrot to the theme from *Beauty and the Beast*. Meanwhile, the first live show of the season saw John Nellis and Katya Jones take the top spot with a score of 31, while Melanie Walters, Dame Sarah Storey, and Shaun Wright-Phillips finished in joint last place with 15 points each.

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