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 reward lifts spirits, but only briefly.

Open Wounds

S50 E5

Mar 25, 2026

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.

Knife to the Heart

S50 E4

Mar 18, 2026

Castaways host the "SURVIVOR 50 Talent Show." Another boomerang idol is discovered. The biggest reward of the season is on the line as tribes compete for immunity and a special afternoon with country music star Zac Brown.

Did You Vote for a Swap?

S50 E3

Mar 11, 2026

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.

Therapy Carousel

S50 E2

Mar 04, 2026

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.

Epic Party

S50 E1

Feb 25, 2026

24 returning players are abandoned on the islands of Fiji for the 50th season, with the chance to win $1 million.