For its landmark 50th season, Survivor is giving fans unprecedented control over the game. Viewers will vote on key elements, shaping the competition for a cast of returning players. Season 50 will premiere in February 2026.
Here’s the Lowdown: Here’s the Lowdown: Survivor is breaking with tradition for its 50th season. Instead of the producers making all the decisions, fans will get to vote on major aspects of how the game is played. This includes choices about game mechanics like idols and the final challenge, and even the location of the finale show. Fan voting starts on February 26, coinciding with the Survivor Season 48 premiere.
What This Means Now: This is a major shift for Survivor, putting significant power in the hands of the viewers. You can directly influence the rules and twists of Season 50, making it a truly interactive experience. Voting happens in multiple waves, and is free.
The Bigger Picture: CBS is celebrating Survivor’s 50th season with a year-long event, emphasizing fan appreciation. In addition to the voting, CBS has partnered with Fiji Airways to send five fan-created “tribes” to Fiji for a four-day trip during the filming of Season 50. To apply, submit a video at Survivor Fan Fiji explaining your connection to Survivor before March 30. Winners get airfare, accommodation, a tour of filming locations, a chance to meet with showrunner and presenter Jeff Probst, and Survivor merchandise, but won’t appear on the show. This initiative, alongside a Survivor 50-branded Fiji Airways jet, shows CBS’s major commitment to honoring its loyal fans.
