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The Best Episodes of Survivor Season 29

Every episode of Survivor Season 29 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Survivor Season 29!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Survivor Season 29 Episode 10 - This Is Where We Build Trust
    8.4/10(153 votes)

    S29:E10

    Another castaway is voted out of the game.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Survivor Season 29 Episode 13 - Let's Make a Move
    8.2/10(148 votes)

    S29:E13

    After voting Alec out, Natalie lied to Jon and Jaclyn, claiming to have misunderstood the instructions regarding the split vote plan, which they believed. Natalie then told Keith that she had spared him from elimination and wanted to blindside Jon.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Survivor Season 29 Episode 12 - Still Holdin' On
    8.0/10(141 votes)

    S29:E12

    After Tribal Council, Jon and Jaclyn resolved their argument, while Alec, as one of the two remaining outsiders, lamented his poor standing in the game.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. Survivor Season 29 Episode 9 - Gettin' to Crunch Time
    7.9/10(148 votes)

    S29:E9

    Two reward winners trade their spots to prove their loyalty. Also, an idol paper trail causes chaos at camp, and one castaway plays dirty when his life in the game is threatened.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. Survivor Season 29 Episode 4 - We're a Hot Mess
    7.8/10(147 votes)

    S29:E4

    One castaway contemplates throwing an Immunity Challenge to rid their tribe of the weaker players. However, their thirst for power could result in a shocking blindside.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Survivor Season 29 Episode 3 - Actions vs. Accusations
    7.7/10(149 votes)

    S29:E3

    A showdown pits father against son and puts their relationship to the test. Meanwhile, former MLB player John Rocker is confronted about his controversial past during a combative Immunity Challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Survivor Season 29 Episode 11 - Kind of Like Cream Cheese
    7.7/10(144 votes)

    S29:E11

    After 30 grueling days, the remaining castaways battle for a spot in the final six. Also, for the first time ever, castaways give up their chance at Reward in the middle of a challenge, and one castaway seeking revenge sets their sights on the game's strongest player.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. Survivor Season 29 Episode 1 - Suck It Up and Survive
    7.5/10(172 votes)

    S29:E1

    The "Blood vs. Water" theme returns as all-new castaways compete with - and ultimately against - their loved ones who share the same goal: to outwit, outplay, outlast and ultimately be crowned Sole Survivor and winner of the 1 million dollar prize.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Survivor Season 29 Episode 2 - Method to This Madness
    7.5/10(142 votes)

    S29:E2

    After losing their flint, one tribe attempts to barter with Jeff in a rare negotiation. Meanwhile, former MLB player John Rocker's controversial past threatens his future in the game.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Survivor Season 29 Episode 8 - Wrinkle in the Plan
    7.4/10(141 votes)

    S29:E8

    The claws are out when two parents protect their children in a heated exchange. Also, the castaways reap the rewards of a Taco Bar after exiling one of their own.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Survivor Season 29 Episode 5 - Blood Is Blood
    7.2/10(143 votes)

    S29:E5

    After a surprising tribe swap, the game gets complicated when one castaway is stranded on a tribe with three pairs of loved ones. Meanwhile, the other tribe is forced to negotiate for their next meal as a result of mismanaged portion control.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Survivor Season 29 Episode 6 - Make Some Magic Happen
    7.2/10(138 votes)

    S29:E6

    In a rare move, a very hungry Hunahpu tribe makes a desperate trade for rice. Meanwhile, one castaway on the Coyopa tribe concocts a plan to use a fake idol to try and insure their safety.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Survivor Season 29 Episode 7 - Million Dollar Decision
    6.7/10(139 votes)

    S29:E7

    The pressure of the game forces one castaway to contemplate throwing in the towel. Also, alliances start to crumble with the impending merge and one castaway commits the ultimate sin.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. Survivor Season 29 Episode 15 - San Juan del Sur Reunion
    6.7/10(3 votes)

    S29:E15

    Months after the final Tribal Council, at the live reunion, it was revealed that Natalie won the game with Josh, Jeremy, Wes, Alec, and Keith's votes, while Jaclyn received Jon and Reed's votes to place second, while Missy came in third after only receiving Baylor's vote to win.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. Survivor Season 29 Episode 14 - This Is My Time
    6.6/10(109 votes)

    S29:E14

    After her boyfriend's elimination, Jaclyn expressed her anger when Missy, Baylor, and Natalie tried to rationalize their betrayal of Jon; Missy and Baylor later reinforced their desire to go to the end with Natalie.

    Director:Unknown
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Season 29 Ratings Summary

"This Is Where We Build Trust" is the best rated episode of "Survivor" season 29. It scored 8.4/10 based on 153 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/26/2014. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Let's Make a Move".