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The Best Episodes of Survivor

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The Best Episodes of Survivor

A reality show contest where sixteen or more castaways split between two or more “Tribes” are taken to a remote isolated location and are forced...
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    9.5/10(2 votes)

    #1 - The Final Four

    S1:E13

    The Final Four players endure two Immunity Challenges and three Tribal Councils before the $1 million winner is chosen by the Jury. The first Immunity Challenge is “Fallen Comrades,” in which the four finalists answer personal questions about their fellow castaways. The second Challenge is one of endurance, as the remaining three contestants hold onto an idol. Later, the Final Tribal Council is convened and the winner is selected.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.5/10(2 votes)

    #2 - Trial By Fire

    S2:E6

    A stunning event shakes up the remaining castaways mere days before the two tribes merge; a tribal council converges to snuff the chances of yet another contestant.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.3/10(516 votes)

    #3 - Operation: Italy

    S47:E12

    Castaways get the biggest reward of the season with surprise letters from home. Then, balance and dexterity are tested at a crucial immunity challenge to guarantee a spot in the final six.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  4. Background image for Like Selling Your Soul To The Devil
    9.2/10(377 votes)

    #4 - Like Selling Your Soul To The Devil

    S31:E10

    Castaways' spirits are drowning in a relentless rain storm, but a fun challenge reward offers a few players a glimpse into the Cambodian culture. Also, the "voting block" strategy used this season continues to keep Castaways on their toes.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  5. Background image for Head of the Snake
    9.1/10(284 votes)

    #5 - Head of the Snake

    S28:E6

    It's every castaway for themselves, as two tribes become one in this season's merge. Meanwhile, one castaway's thirst for power could earn them a spot on the jury, and jaws drop as the blindside streak continues.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  6. Background image for You Call, We'll Haul
    9.1/10(273 votes)

    #6 - You Call, We'll Haul

    S31:E8

    An intense water challenge leaves castaways thirsty for a much-needed reward. Also, immunity hangs in the balance as castaways attempt to steady themselves, and a shocking Tribal Council takes an unexpected turn.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #7 - Suspicion

    S2:E2

    Jerri accuses Kel of eating contraband beef jerky, which he denies. In the “Butch Cassidy” Reward Challenge, the players jump off a cliff into a pool of water, swim to a floating crate and carry it ashore to win blankets. “Tucker'd Out” is the Immunity Challenge. The tribemates eat aboriginal foods (“bush tucker”), such as cow brains, grubs, grasshoppers and mangrove worms. However, Kimmi, a vegetarian, refuses to join in. Later, the second person is voted out of the game.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #8 - The Gloves Come off

    S2:E5

    Twelve men and women strive to live in the wild; a fifth outcast returns to civilization; members battle exhaustion and hunger.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #9 - No Longer Just a Game

    S2:E12

    Six men and women strive to live in the wild; the tribe faces torrential rain; an 11th person is voted out of the tribe.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #10 - The Most Deserving

    S2:E15

    The three remaining contestants vie for the $1 million grand prize.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #11 - The Best and Worst Reward Ever

    S10:E5

    One tribe gets lost looking for new shelter during a storm; one tribe has to watch the other enjoy a reward.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #12 - The Great White Shark Hunter

    S10:E7

    Tom goes head-to-head with a shark; when one tribe member is forced to sit out a challenge, the other members begin to doubt the tribe's ability to win.

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    Director:Unknown
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    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #13 - Neanderthal Man

    S10:E8

    Stephanie becomes increasingly irritated at Bobby Jon's behaviour; the castaways sample a Palauan delicacy that is hard to swallow.

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    Director:Unknown
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    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #14 - I Will Not Give Up

    S10:E9

    Stephanie becomes the last member of the Ulong tribe and must survive on her own; some of the castaways enjoy a memorable evening, and one indulges a bit too much.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #15 - The Ultimate Shock

    S10:E14

    The contestants gather for one last time as the jury casts their votes for they believe should win the competition.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.0/10(3 votes)

    #16 - Episode 14

    S15:E14

    The finalists are questioned by the jury members, who cast their votes for the winner.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.0/10(240 votes)

    #17 - Banana Etiquette

    S20:E6

    When the castaways discover that two people will be sent packing in a rare double elimination, everyone scrambles to save their own skin, and one castaway surprises everyone and risks it all at Tribal Council.

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    Director:Unknown
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  19. Background image for Villains Have More Fun
    9.0/10(212 votes)

    #18 - Villains Have More Fun

    S31:E13

    With the end in sight, castaways scramble to solidify a plan for the final three. Also, a frightening incident at the Immunity Challenge sends shockwaves through the entire tribe, and castaways are rewarded with a spiritual recharge at the temples of Cambodia.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  20. Background image for You Get What You Give
    9.0/10(407 votes)

    #19 - You Get What You Give

    S37:E8

    One castaway must do damage control after being called out by their tribe. Also, balance is tested in a stressful immunity challenge.

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    Director:Unknown
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    9.0/10(327 votes)

    #20 - It All Boils Down to This

    S40:E14

    Winners battle it out, but only one is crowned Sole Survivor and takes home the $2 million prize.

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    Director:Unknown
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    8.9/10(242 votes)

    #21 - Going Down In Flames

    S20:E10

    Reunited on the merged tribe, two old friends rekindle an alliance but trust doesn't come easily, and one castaway makes an unprecedented play, setting the stage for one of the most surprising Tribal Councils in Survivor history.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.9/10(205 votes)

    #22 - Zipping Over the Cuckoo's Nest

    S26:E10

    An accident threatens one castaway's future in the game.

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    Director:Unknown
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    8.9/10(357 votes)

    #23 - Greatest of the Greats

    S40:E1

    Twenty winners of "Survivor" return to compete against one another for a prize of $2 million.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.9/10(299 votes)

    #24 - This is Extortion

    S40:E11

    Alliances threaten to crumble; an undercover operation escalates to new heights.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  26. Background image for I'm Not Batman, I'm the Canadian
    8.9/10(254 votes)

    #25 - I'm Not Batman, I'm the Canadian

    S45:E6

    Castaways must roll their way to a win in the immunity challenge, leaving the rest at risk of going home. Then, a comment from day one comes back to haunt one of the castaways.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

Best Episodes Summary

"The Final Four" is the best rated episode of "Survivor". It scored 9.5/10 based on 2 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 8/23/2000. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Trial By Fire".