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The Best Episodes of Survivor Season 21

Every episode of Survivor Season 21 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Survivor Season 21!

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...
Genre:Reality
Network:CBS
Episodes
16
Avg. Rating
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Season 21 Ratings Summary

"Young at Heart" is the best rated episode of "Survivor" season 21. It scored 7.2/10 based on 129 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 9/15/2010. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Fatigue Makes Cowards of Us All".

  • Young at Heart
    7.2/10(129)

    #1 - Young at Heart

    Season 21 Episode 1

    Aired 9/15/2010

    The castaways are shocked to learn that they'll be divided into tribes of older players versus younger players. The older tribe is especially surprised to learn that they'll be teamed with former NFL Coach Jimmy Johnson. Meanwhile, one castaway reveals a personal secret that could affect the entire tribe as they head into their first challenge.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Fatigue Makes Cowards of Us All
    7.4/10(110)

    #2 - Fatigue Makes Cowards of Us All

    Season 21 Episode 2

    Aired 9/22/2010

    Tempers flare and fights erupt in the La Flor tribe as the younger castaways struggle to overcome potentially dangerous personality conflicts within the group.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Glitter in Their Eyes
    6.8/10(100)

    #3 - Glitter in Their Eyes

    Season 21 Episode 3

    Aired 9/29/2010

    A battle erupts over a clue to the hidden immunity idol and one fearless competitor makes a bold move that earns them the upper hand, but the bad behaviour doesn't go unnoticed by their tribemates.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Pulling the Trigger
    6.9/10(99)

    #4 - Pulling the Trigger

    Season 21 Episode 4

    Aired 10/6/2010

    The hunt for the immunity idol widens the rift between two castaways on the junior tribe; a revealed secret solidifies a powerful alliance.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Turf Wars
    6.8/10(99)

    #5 - Turf Wars

    Season 21 Episode 5

    Aired 10/13/2010

    The newly formed tribes struggle to find their footing with some castaways making new allies and others seizing the opportunity to take a leadership role. Meanwhile, one castaway reaches an emotional low point as relentless rain storms batter the Nicaraguan coast.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Worst Case Scenario
    7.1/10(95)

    #6 - Worst Case Scenario

    Season 21 Episode 6

    Aired 10/20/2010

    One of the game's most prominent masterminds targets two foes and sets a plan in motion to oust one of them, along with an immunity idol, in one of the most memorable tribal councils of the season.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • What Goes Around, Comes Around
    6.9/10(93)

    #7 - What Goes Around, Comes Around

    Season 21 Episode 7

    Aired 10/27/2010

    A public display of emotion causes one castaway to doubt the intentions of an old rival whom she suspects has been lobbying for sympathy.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Company Will Be Arriving Soon
    7.2/10(99)

    #8 - Company Will Be Arriving Soon

    Season 21 Episode 8

    Aired 11/3/2010

    After the tribes merge and food disappears, two castaways share a secret about the food that threatens to land them in the hot seat at Tribal Council.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Running the Camp
    7.2/10(95)

    #9 - Running the Camp

    Season 21 Episode 9

    Aired 11/10/2010

    One castaway makes a difficult decision that backfires, allowing another castaway the opportunity to devise a strategy to flush out the hidden immunity idol and blindside a rival.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Stuck in the Middle
    7.3/10(95)

    #10 - Stuck in the Middle

    Season 21 Episode 10

    Aired 11/17/2010

    The tribe suffers a devastating blow when they find the camp in ashes after a fire, and the loyalty of an alliance is put to the test as Libertad heads to tribal council.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • We Did It Guys
    6.3/10(79)

    #11 - We Did It Guys

    Season 21 Episode 11

    Aired 11/24/2010

    New scenes shed light on the castaways and the decisions they've made during the game.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • You Started, You're Finishing
    7.2/10(99)

    #12 - You Started, You're Finishing

    Season 21 Episode 12

    Aired 12/1/2010

    A castaway's selfish act causes great disappointment for an alliance member, meanwhile another tribe member shares some motherly advise to toughen up a young castaway.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Not Sure Where I Stand
    7.0/10(95)

    #13 - Not Sure Where I Stand

    Season 21 Episode 13

    Aired 12/8/2010

    A castaway is left questioning alliances after a broken promise leaves them out in the cold.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • This Is Going to Hurt
    7.3/10(97)

    #14 - This Is Going to Hurt

    Season 21 Episode 14

    Aired 12/15/2010

    After an emotional visit from home, one alliance is faced with a difficult decision to secure their own fate in the game.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • What About Me?
    7.6/10(105)

    #15 - What About Me?

    Season 21 Episode 15

    Aired 12/19/2010

    Five castaways remain, but two more will be voted out before the jury decides the winner of Sole Survivor and the $1 million prize.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Nicaragua Reunion
    6.7/10(84)

    #16 - Nicaragua Reunion

    Season 21 Episode 16

    Aired 12/19/2010

    The castaways reunite for a chat about the show and a sneak peek of what to expect in `Survivor 22: Redemption Island'. Attitudes are stifled and secrets revealed as contestants share their opinions of the game.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A