Survivor Season 50 Episode release dates & where to watch
Premiered
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Ended: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
When does Survivor Season 50 come out?
Survivor Season 50 premiered Wednesday, February 25, 2026 on CBS and ended Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The season has 13 episodes.
Survivor 50 will push the series into uncharted territory as 24 legendary castaways selected from 49 unforgettable seasons return to face surprise twists, high-stakes challenges, and fan-driven decisions. Survivor 50 is a celebration of legacy, strategy, and audience impact in the evolution of this groundbreaking game. This milestone season promises unparalleled gameplay as contestants battle for the title of Sole Survivor and the $1 million prize.
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Survivor Season 50 release schedule
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1. Epic Party 24 returning players are abandoned on the islands of Fiji for a monumental 50th season, with the chance to win $1 million. Castaways reflect on how much they have changed since the last time they played the game. An unforeseen injury during the first immunity challenge causes tribemates to rethink their attack strategy in order to support their team member. |
Wednesday · 8 months ago |
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2. Therapy Carousel Following an emotional medical evacuation, castaways are forced to go back to the drawing board and reassess their alliances. One castaway's attempt to publicly set the record straight sends shockwaves through the rest of camp. The reward challenge is a smash hit as tribes must shatter all other's hopes of coming in first. Then, differences in work ethic cause strain among tribemates. |
Wednesday · 8 months ago |
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3. Did You Vote For a Swap? A foreboding treemail message leaves castaways hungry for information regarding an imminent change. Knowledge is power as the boomerang idols begin to rear their heads within tribes. Then, past mistakes and baggage haunt players in their quest for redemption. |
Wednesday · 8 months ago |
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4. Knife to the Heart Castaways help pass the time on their beach by hosting the Survivor 50 Talent Show. Another boomerang idol is discovered, and players must decide whether to send it to an ally or an adversary. Then, the biggest reward of the season is on the line as tribes compete for immunity and a special afternoon with country music star and survivor superfan, Zac Brown. |
Wednesday · 7 months ago |
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5. Open Wounds Tensions flare after Tribal Council when one castaway's self-proclaimed "temper tantrum" rubs some members of their tribe the wrong way. Rivals clash in "Operation Bad Blood" and the stakes rise as two tribes are sent to Tribal Council. |
Wednesday · 7 months ago |
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6. The Blood Moon A mysterious boat arrives delivering an exciting message, "Drop your buffs!" A mad dash ensues when castaways discover that an advantage is hidden deep in the jungle. This week's mouthwatering challenge reward lifts spirits, but only briefly. When the dreaded blood moon is triggered (a true Survivor first), it leads to a historic tribal council. |
Wednesday · 7 months ago |
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7. That's Not How I Play Survivor Feelings of betrayal hit an all-time high following a historic Blood Moon tribal that featured three eliminations. One person is selected to go on a journey with the potential to earn an advantage. Then, a schoolyard pick at this week's challenge leads one team to reward and one individual to immunity. |
Wednesday · 7 months ago |
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8. Double the Fun, Double the Demise A boat arrives asking the tribe to divide themselves into pairs. This week’s immunity challenge features one of the biggest twists ever seen in Survivor history. Then, a theatrical risk taken at tribal council must be enough to cast doubt upon those on the chopping block. |
Wednesday · 6 months ago |
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9. I Deserve All of This After losing two alliance members, castaways spend the next day picking up the pieces of their broken alliance. The castaways face off against a surprise challenger during this week's individual immunity competition. Then, upon their return to camp, the journey participant must read aloud an important announcement regarding their recent adventure. |
Wednesday · 6 months ago |
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10. A Side Dish of Chaos One castaway comes clean to the tribe about a previously deceptive move. The crowd favorite Survivor auction returns, with an extra special season 50 spin. Also, chaos ensues when social media icon MrBeast arrives on the scene. |
Wednesday · 6 months ago |
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11. Everyone Will Be Shooketh! Castaways find themselves on both a literal and figurative island after their return from what is regarded as one of the "craziest tribals of all time." Castaways reflect on their letters from home and the family members that have impacted them. Then, a shocking incident takes place at this week's immunity challenge. |
Wednesday · 6 months ago |
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12. Inconceivable This week's immunity challenge is riddled with frustration, putting slow and steady gameplay to the test. As the race to $2 million draws closer, idols and advantages come to the forefront. Then, a self‑proclaimed "rat" at the Manulevu camp spills information in hopes of leading to personal triumph. |
Wednesday · 6 months ago |
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13. Reverse the Curse Finale Back from tribal, tensions rise following the exit of a particularly historic player. The final five immunity challenge ends in a showdown and features one of the closest finishes the show has ever seen. Jeff reveals the outcomes of the remaining in-game fan votes and how they impact the final stage of the competition. Then, one castaway will be crowned Sole Survivor and awarded the $2 million prize, during the three-hour live season finale of Survivor 50. |
Wednesday · 5 months ago |
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Survivor Season 50 FAQ
When does Survivor Season 50 come out?
Survivor Season 50 premiered Wednesday, February 25, 2026 on CBS.
How many episodes are in Survivor Season 50?
Survivor Season 50 has 13 episodes.
Are new episodes of Survivor Season 50 released weekly?
New episodes are released weekly.
When is the Survivor Season 50 finale?
The Survivor Season 50 finale (Episode 13) aired Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
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