On Saturday, October 10, 2026, the popular TV 2 dance competition Skal vi danse returned to screens for its latest movie-themed live broadcast, hosted by Helene Olafsen and Anders Hoff. Following Sandra Lyng’s departure the previous week, twelve remaining celebrity couples took to the parkett to perform routines inspired by cinematic classics, resulting in a dramatic evening of historic high scores and tense dance duels.
Broadcast Highlights and Weekly Standouts
- Øyunn Krogh and Tarjei Svalastog shattered the season record, securing 35 points for an intense paso doble to “I’ll Make a Man Out of You” from Mulan.
- Espen PA Lervaag and Kim Wigaard found themselves facing off in the evening’s tense dance duel after viewer votes were tallied alongside the judges’ scores.
- Victoria Nadine delivered a high-energy jive inspired by Bring It On alongside partner Antonio, pulling in an impressive 32 points from the judges.
Historic Highs and Lows on the Movie-Themed Dance Floor
The competition reached a fever pitch as contestants tackled routines tied to iconic movie soundtracks. Nettavisen reported that Øyunn Krogh and Tarjei Svalastog captured the judges’ attention with a powerful paso doble, earning a staggering 35 points—the highest score of the season so far.
At the opposite end of the leaderboard, comedian Espen PA Lervaag continued his challenging run. Partnered with Louise Heise, Lervaag performed a tango inspired by Kanye West’s “Black Skinhead,” earning a modest 14 points from the judges. OnlineNytt previously noted Lervaag’s earlier historic low of 10 points in the premiere—the lowest score ever awarded by four judges in the show’s history—though viewer support consistently saved him from early elimination.
Judges’ Scores and Performances Across the Twelve Couples
The evening featured a wide spectrum of cinematic interpretations, ranging from high-octane cheerleader routines to emotional theatrical numbers. Dagbladet and TV 2 tracked the judges’ reactions as Katelyn Garbin performed alongside Ole Thomas Hansen to “A Million Dreams” from The Greatest Showman, bringing judge Jan Thomas to tears and earning a personal best of 23 points.
Meanwhile, Tim Kristian Moen and Amalie Aune commanded the floor with a paso doble to Lady Gaga’s “Runway” from The Devil Wears Prada 2, collecting 29 points and praise from Merete Mørk Lingjærde. Victoria Nadine and Antonio closed out the competitive slate with a energetic jive to “Bang Bang” from Bring It On, netting 32 points and solidifying her status as a formidable contender in the tournament.
| Couple | Dance & Theme | Music Track | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Øyunn Krogh & Tarjei Svalastog | Paso Doble (Mulan) | “I’ll Make a Man Out of You” | 35 |
| Victoria Nadine & Antonio | Jive (Bring It On) | “Bang Bang” | 32 |
| Tim Kristian Moen & Amalie Aune | Paso Doble (The Devil Wears Prada 2) | “Runway” | 29 |
| Katelyn Garbin & Ole Thomas Hansen | Showdans (The Greatest Showman) | “A Million Dreams” | 23 |
| Alexander Bonsaksen & Rikke Lund | Jive (Top Gun) | “Danger Zone” | 20 |
| Kim Wigaard & Marielle Holgersen | Rumba (Titanic) | “My Heart Will Go On” | 20 |
| Espen PA Lervaag & Louise Heise | Tango (Maniac) | “Black Skinhead” | 14 |
The Elimination Duel and Fan Popularity
As reported by Dagbladet, when the public votes were combined with the judges’ tallies, Espen PA Lervaag and Kim Wigaard found themselves at risk, ultimately having to face off in the night’s decisive dance duel. While the technical scores placed Lervaag at the bottom of the leaderboard once again, public affection and steady fan engagement have consistently proven capable of shifting the balance against strictly technical outcomes in Norway’s premier dancing competition.
