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The Best Episodes of Survivor Season 17

Every episode of Survivor Season 17 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Survivor Season 17!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Survivor Season 17 Episode 1 - Want to See the Elephant Dung?
    7.5/10(294 votes)

    #1 - Want to See the Elephant Dung?

    S17:E1

    18 individuals embark on an amazing African adventure, battling extreme conditions and interacting with wildlife such as elephants and gorillas, while attempting to forge alliances with strangers from diverse backgrounds.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Survivor Season 17 Episode 2 - She Obviously Is Post-Op!
    7.2/10(244 votes)

    #2 - She Obviously Is Post-Op!

    S17:E2

    One Castaway is tossed around like a rag doll during a Reward Challenge, while another Castaway sets out to prove her strength while on Exile Island.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Survivor Season 17 Episode 3 - It Was Like Christmas Morning!
    7.3/10(241 votes)

    #3 - It Was Like Christmas Morning!

    S17:E3

    One Castaway's desperation leads to waterworks, and the waterworks lead to sympathy from other members on the tribe.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Survivor Season 17 Episode 4 - This Camp is Cursed
    7.1/10(234 votes)

    #4 - This Camp is Cursed

    S17:E4

    Overwhelming hunger and homesickness puts one Castaway's entire alliance in jeopardy. Meanwhile, one of the strongest bonds in the game finds itself on shaky ground after a frustrating performance in an intense Immunity Challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Survivor Season 17 Episode 5 - He's a Snake, But He's My Snake
    7.2/10(238 votes)

    #5 - He's a Snake, But He's My Snake

    S17:E5

    In the wake of a tough loss, an emotional outburst causes one castaway to become a target. Meanwhile, large appetites combined with dwindling rations create an air of resentment at one camp.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Survivor Season 17 Episode 6 - It All Depends on the Pin-Up Girl
    7.6/10(243 votes)

    #6 - It All Depends on the Pin-Up Girl

    S17:E6

    A shocking twist is revealed giving one Castaway the chance to change the game for the opposing tribe. Meanwhile, surprise letters from home bring even the toughest Castaways to tears.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Survivor Season 17 Episode 7 - Apple in the Garden of Eden
    7.6/10(239 votes)

    #7 - Apple in the Garden of Eden

    S17:E7

    After one power drunk castaway decides to take the game into their own hands, the tribes are faced with a brutal endurance challenge that comes down to a nail-biting showdown.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Survivor Season 17 Episode 8 - The Brains Behind Everything
    7.6/10(241 votes)

    #8 - The Brains Behind Everything

    S17:E8

    Conflict abounds when a hard fought reward challenge threatens to cause an upset, and a heated tribal council where dirty laundry is aired.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Survivor Season 17 Episode 9 - Nothing Tastes Better Than Five Hundred Dollars
    8.4/10(265 votes)

    #9 - Nothing Tastes Better Than Five Hundred Dollars

    S17:E9

    One Castaway devises a dangerous plan that hinges on the hidden immunity idol, while another Castaway considers betraying their alliance in order to avoid elimination.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Survivor Season 17 Episode 10 - I Was Put on the Planet for This Show
    6.4/10(135 votes)

    #10 - I Was Put on the Planet for This Show

    S17:E10

    In a very special Survivor, never before seen footage, including audition tapes and secret scenes, reveal who the castaways are and how they became entrenched in the adventure of a lifetime. while giving insight into how power shifted into the unlikely hands of Sugar, Susie, Ken and Crystal.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Survivor Season 17 Episode 11 - The Good Things in Life Aren't Easy
    7.6/10(235 votes)

    #11 - The Good Things in Life Aren't Easy

    S17:E11

    After fallout from Randy's departure pits two allies against one another, one castaway makes a lifetime commitment in a surprisingly intimate gesture.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Survivor Season 17 Episode 12 - The Good Guys Should Win in the End
    8.1/10(250 votes)

    #12 - The Good Guys Should Win in the End

    S17:E12

    After using guilt to gain control of an ally, a pushy castaway may land in hot water when the hidden immunity idol is put into play, resulting in a shocking turn of events at Tribal Council.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Survivor Season 17 Episode 13 - Say Goodbye to Gabon
    8.1/10(249 votes)

    #13 - Say Goodbye to Gabon

    S17:E13

    What started as a lopsided battle between the Fang and Kota tribes ends with a shocking turn of events between the remaining members of Nobag. Find out the fate of the final five leading into an outrageous decision at the most surprising Tribal Council yet.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Survivor Season 17 Episode 14 - Gabon Reunion
    7.1/10(228 votes)

    #14 - Gabon Reunion

    S17:E14

    During a live reunion show the Survivors get together for the first time since being in Gabon to discuss the results of the game.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 17 Ratings Summary

"Want to See the Elephant Dung?" is the best rated episode of "Survivor" season 17. It scored 7.5/10 based on 294 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/25/2008. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "She Obviously Is Post-Op!".