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Is there anything better than staying home on a weekend night to binge-watch your favorite TV show, only to be surprised by a mind-blowing surprise dance number mid-episode?

Yeah, we don't think so, either. There are just way too many positives in that scenario.

Check out these five television shows that have some seriously fabulous and unexpected dance numbers in them.

Enjoy!

1. "Mad Men"

Mad Men - E707 - Burt's Song & Dance Number www.youtube.com


2. "Saturday Night Live"


3. "The Gregory Hines Show"

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4. "The Golden Girls"

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5. "New Girl"

Schmidt Performs An Indian Dance | Season 5 Ep. 1 | NEW GIRL www.youtube.com

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