Survivor’s 50th Season: A New Era of Viewer Engagement

The upcoming 50th season of Survivor is set to revolutionize the game by incorporating a new tribe — the show’s dedicated viewers — to influence the gameplay dynamics.

Fan Power in Action

Host and executive producer Jeff Probst revealed on Saturday that the highly anticipated 50th season, scheduled to premiere in February 2026, will be partially shaped by viewer votes. This season’s theme is aptly titled “In the Hands of the Fans.”

Evolution of Survivor

“Since its inception, Survivor has continuously evolved. Now, as we approach our 50th season, it’s time for the next phase of evolution,” Probst stated. “Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans is a groundbreaking approach. For the first time, our devoted fans will have the power to influence critical aspects of the game, including twists, idols, and advantages. I’m eager to see what choices our fans make for the returning players.”

Voting Details for Fans

Viewers will have the opportunity to vote on various elements of the season, such as the inclusion of idols, the fate of the traditional fire-making challenge for the final four, and the location of the live finale and reunion show — either in Los Angeles or on-site in Fiji. Voting will commence with the premiere of Season 48 on February 26 on CBS.

Timeline for Voting

All voting will be finalized before filming for Season 50 begins, as Survivor typically stages its competition months in advance of airing.

Exciting Sweepstakes for Fans

In addition to fan voting, CBS and Fiji Airways are hosting a sweepstakes that will fly five groups of fans to Fiji during the filming of the 50th season.

A Game-Changing Initiative

“Empowering fans to shape the 50th season of Survivor is a transformative move for both the audience and the show,” said Mike Benson, president and chief marketing officer at CBS. “In this spirit, CBS is launching its first-ever year-long celebration for fans — and future fans — leading up to Survivor 50. This will kick off with dream trips to Fiji for five lucky groups of fans, made possible through our partnership with Fiji Airways, which will also unveil a Survivor 50-branded jet.”

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Persons

Jeff Probst, Mike Benson

Company Names

CBS, Fiji Airways

Titles

Survivor, Survivor 50

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