Strictly Come Dancing is back for 2024, seeing celebrity contestants pair up with professional dancers to try and claim that Glitterball Trophy.

Tonight's episode will see contestants like Tom Dean introduced to their dance partners ahead of the competition.

With only hours to go before the new series launches, you may be wondering how you can catch all the action as it airs.

How to watch the Strictly Come Dancing 2024 series launch

The launch of the 2024 series of Strictly Come Dancing will take place tonight (Saturday, September 14) on BBC One and BBC iPlayer at around 7:20pm.

The new series marks a major milestone in the show which has been marred by negative stories in recent weeks regarding the alleged conduct of some dancers.

However, there is much to look forward to this year with fan favourite Amy Dowden making a return to the programme - something that is set to be marked with a special dance.

Speaking about the dance in her honour, Dowden said: “I am so excited for every element of being back with my Strictly family.

I am so grateful to get this opportunity, especially as it’s such a special year for this legendary show. It feels like it’s my first year again.

“I’m buzzing to see the whole team, for costumes, for dance routines, to meet the celebrities, the judges. Everyone’s laughing at me because I am just smiling constantly.

“I’d like to dedicate this dance to my pink sisters who have supported me through the past year and to all those currently facing cancer.”

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See all the celebrity contestants taking part in Strictly Come Dancing 2024

These are the celebrity contestants taking part in Strictly Come Dancing 2024.

  • Chris McCausland
  • JB Gill
  • Wynne Evans
  • Toyah Willcox
  • Dr Punam Krishan
  • Tasha Ghouri
  • Pete Wicks
  • Shayne Ward
  • Sarah Hadland
  • Tom Dean
  • Jamie Borthwick
  • Montell Douglas
  • Nick Knowles
  • Paul Merson
  • Sam Quek

Strictly Come Dancing launches tonight (Saturday, September 14) at 7:20pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.