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CBS Entertainment
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THE DREADED BLOOD MOON TRIGGERS A HISTORIC TRIBAL COUNCIL, ON “SURVIVOR,” WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1
“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. A true SURVIVOR first, the dreaded blood moon leads to a historic tribal council, on SURVIVOR 50, Wednesday, April 1 (8:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on-demand for Paramount+ Premium plan subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the episo...
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CBS Entertainment
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CBS MIDSEASON PREMIERE WEEK TOPS BROADCAST AND STREAMING RANKINGS IN LIVE + 7-DAY MULTIPLATFORM VIEWERSHIP
Top 3 Series Among Broadcast Competition Three of the Top 4 Series Among All Broadcast and Streaming Competition Source: Nielsen Panel+ Big Data P2+ Prime AA, L+7, 2/23-3/01/2026 + Nielsen SCR, 7-Day Total Flight for streaming.* Source: Nielsen Panel+ Big Data P2+ Prime AA, L+7, 2/23-3/1/2026 + Nielsen SCR, 7-Day Total Flight for streaming. Does not include specials, finales or sports that fall within FSD. The CBS mid-season premiere week airing Feb. 23-March 1, 2026 scored the top three and 7 of the top 10 most-watched series among broadcast competition and three of the t...
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CBS Entertainment
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A FOREBODING TREEMAIL MESSAGE LEAVES CASTAWAYS HUNGRY FOR INFORMATION REGARDING AN IMMINENT CHANGE, ON “SURVIVOR,” WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11
“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 on SURVIVOR 50, Wednesday, March 11 (8:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on-demand for Paramount+ Premium plan subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the episode airs)*. Jeff Probst serves as host and executive prod...
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CBS Entertainment
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“SURVIVOR 50” PREMIERE WINS THE NIGHT, POSTING CBS’ MOST-WATCHED WEDNESDAY SINCE 2022
The SURVIVOR 50 premiere (Wednesday, Feb. 25, 8:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) was the night’s #1 show, averaging 5.06 million viewers, making it CBS’ most-watched Wednesday night since 2022 (SURVIVOR finale airing May 25). Total viewership was +81% higher than second place, NBC (vs. 2.79m). (Source: Nielsen Live+SD Panel+Big Data) “SURVIVOR 50” PREMIERE HIGHLIGHTS: #1 show Wednesday night in total viewers and adults 25-54. Most-watched episode of SURVIVOR since Dec. 13, 2023 (5.34m). Peaked with 6.18 million viewers (8:00-8:30 PM), holding at least 90% of its audience each subsequen...
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FOLLOWING AN EMOTIONAL MEDICAL EVACUATION, CASTAWAYS ARE FORCED TO GO BACK TO THE DRAWING BOARD AND REASSESS THEIR ALLIANCES, ON “SURVIVOR,” WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4
“Therapy Carousel” – 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 on SURVIVOR 50, Wednesday, March 4 (8:00-9:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on-demand for Paramount+ Premium plan subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers...
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CBS Entertainment
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“THE PRICE IS RIGHT AT NIGHT” CELEBRATES 50 SEASONS OF “SURVIVOR” IN SPECIAL TROPICAL ESCAPE EPISODE AIRING WEDNESDAY, FEB. 4 ON CBS
Drew Carey Welcomes “Survivor” Host Jeff Probst to Give Away Epic Exotic Vacation Prizes Download Photos and Clips Here THE PRICE IS RIGHT AT NIGHT celebrates the landmark 50th season of the hit CBS series SURVIVOR as host and executive producer Jeff Probst joins host Drew Carey for an action-packed primetime event filled with exotic trips inspired by legendary SURVIVOR locations. An audience filled with devoted SURVIVOR fans compete for breathtaking getaways to French Polynesia, Australia, Samoa, the Cook Islands and Thailand, plus showcases stacked with even more thrilling, adventure...
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24 RETURNING PLAYERS ARE ABANDONED ON THE ISLANDS OF FIJI WHERE THEY MUST BATTLE IT OUT FOR THE $1 MILLION PRIZE, ON THE MONUMENTAL THREE-HOUR SEASON 50 PREMIERE OF “SURVIVOR,” WEDNESDAY, FEB. 25
“Epic Party” – 24 returning players are abandoned on the islands of Fiji for a monumental 50th season, with the chance to win $1 million. The theme of the season, “In the Hands of the Fans,” quickly materializes as decisions from the fan vote swiftly and forcefully impact the game. Castaways reflect on how much they have changed since the last time they played the game. Then, an unforeseen injury during the first immunity challenge causes tribemates to rethink their attack strategy in order to support their team member, on the historic three-hour season premiere of SURVIVOR 50, Wednesday,...
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CBS RENEWS 10 ADDITIONAL SERIES FOR THE 2026-2027 SEASON
CBS Is Home to Five of the Top 10, 11 of Top 20 Most-Watched Entertainment Series on Television CBS announced today that it has renewed 10 additional series for the 2026-2027 broadcast season. The renewed CBS Original series include: TRACKER – #1 series GEORGIE & MANDY’S FIRST MARRIAGE – #1 comedy MATLOCK – Thursday night’s #1 entertainment program ELSBETH FIRE COUNTRY NCIS NCIS: ORIGINS NCIS: SYDNEY SURVIVOR THE AMAZING RACE Previous series orders for the 2026-2027 season include: BOSTON BLUE – #1 new series and Friday night’s ...
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A HISTORIC FAN-POWERED CELEBRATION: “SURVIVOR 50 CHALLENGE” GRAND PRIZE REVEALED
CBS Invites Fans Across America to Compete for a Spot at the Live “Survivor 50” Season Finale in Los Angeles on Wednesday, May 20 Jeff Probst Announces “Survivor 50 Challenge” Grand Prize LOS ANGELES – Jan. 11, 2026 – For its landmark 50th season, SURVIVOR is making history by putting fans at the center of the celebration for one of the biggest moments yet. It’s time to light your torch and join the “SURVIVOR 50 Challenge,” as acclaimed host and executive producer Jeff Probst announces the highly anticipated prize: “Challenge” winners selected from eligible entries in all 50 states wil...
