America's Best Dance Crew (2008)
Randy Jackson Presents: America's Best Dance Crew, often abbreviated as ABDC, is an American competitive dance reality television series that features dance crews from the United States and around the world. It was produced by American Idol judge Randy Jackson and aired on MTV. The series was originally developed for NBC as World Moves. After seven seasons, ABDC was cancelled due to declining ratings. The show was hosted by Mario Lopez, and featured television personality Layla Kayleigh as the backstage correspondent. The judging panel for the final seasons of the show included entertainers Lil Mama, JC Chasez, and Dominic "D-Trix" Sandoval. Former judges included hip-hop choreographer Shane Sparks and R&B singer Omarion.
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Episode 1 - Britney Spears Superstar Challenge
Release Date: 2012-04-11The crews must incorporate Britney Spears hits into their first routines.
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Episode 2 - Flo Rida Superstar Challenge
Release Date: 2012-04-18Flo Rida performs; the crews must craft a routine to one of Flo Rida's hits.
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Episode 3 - Madonna Superstar Challenge
Release Date: 2012-04-25The nine remaining crews choreograph routines inspired by Madonna's most iconic music videos.
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Episode 4 - Drake Superstar Challenge
Release Date: 2012-05-02The seven remaining crews choreograph routines inspired from songs by Drake.
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Episode 5 - Jennifer Lopez Superstar Challenge
Release Date: 2012-05-09The six remaining crews paid tribute to J.Lo. Her own choreographer, Beau "Casper" Smart, worked with the crews during rehearsals. Each crew's challenge was to highlight a defining moment in J.Lo's career. Smart also gave them an additional challenge that linked to their initial challenge. Pauly D also made an appearance as a guest DJ.
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Episode 6 - Pitbull Superstar Challenge
Release Date: 2012-05-16The five remaining crews began the episode with a dance number to "I Like: The Remix" featuring Enrique Iglesias and The WAV.s, alongside Season 6 runner-up ICONic Boyz. Then, each crew was given a country and an international dance style to incorporate into routines that were set to the music of Pitbull.
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Episode 7 - Rihanna Superstar Challenge
Release Date: 2012-05-23The five remaining crews choreograph routines inspired by Rihanna. Unlike last season, where her choreographer handed out the challenges, Rihanna delivers them to the crews herself.
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Episode 8 - LMFAO Superstar Challenge
Release Date: 2012-05-30The four remaining crews choreographed routines inspired by LMFAO, beginning with a group performance to "Live My Life" by Far East Movement featuring Justin Bieber. Redfoo from LMFAO handed out the dance challenges, and Season 3 champion Quest Crew visited the rehearsal studio to work with the crews.
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Episode 9 - David Guetta Superstar Challenge
Release Date: 2012-06-06The top three crews compete for the two spots in the championship round by choreographing routines to the music of David Guetta, starting with a group number to "Titanium" featuring Sia.
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Episode 10 - Katy Perry Live Finale
Release Date: 2012-06-13The final two crews dance to music from the upcoming concert film, Katy Perry: Part of Me, after meeting the pop starlet. Then, America's Best Dance Crew is crowned. The hour also features performances by past champions.