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The Best Episodes of Survivor Season 36

Every episode of Survivor Season 36 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Survivor Season 36!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Survivor Season 36 Episode 1 - Can You Reverse the Curse?
    7.5/10(193 votes)

    #1 - Can You Reverse the Curse?

    S36:E1

    A group of new Survivors attempt to 'reverse the curse' of bad past game decisions. Also, one castaway will be the first to visit Ghost Island, and panic sets in at the first tribal council of the season.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Survivor Season 36 Episode 2 - Can You Reverse the Curse? (2)
    7.3/10(155 votes)

    #2 - Can You Reverse the Curse? (2)

    S36:E2

    A group of new Survivors attempt to 'reverse the curse' of bad past game decisions. Also, one castaway will be the first to visit Ghost Island, and panic sets in at the first tribal council of the season.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Survivor Season 36 Episode 3 - Only Time Will Tell
    7.8/10(157 votes)

    #3 - Only Time Will Tell

    S36:E3

    A surprising tribe swap shakes up the game and one castaway sets their sights on one of their own.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Survivor Season 36 Episode 4 - Trust Your Gut
    6.9/10(147 votes)

    #4 - Trust Your Gut

    S36:E4

    Castaways get physical during a classic water challenge, and a pair of castaways on the outs tries to shake things up.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Survivor Season 36 Episode 5 - A Diamond In The Rough
    6.9/10(146 votes)

    #5 - A Diamond In The Rough

    S36:E5

    One castaway attempts to rekindle relationships after duping their tribe.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Survivor Season 36 Episode 6 - Fate Is The Homie
    7.4/10(144 votes)

    #6 - Fate Is The Homie

    S36:E6

    Another surprising tribe swap could mean a fresh start for some castaways.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Survivor Season 36 Episode 7 - Gotta Risk It For The Biscuit
    8.0/10(149 votes)

    #7 - Gotta Risk It For The Biscuit

    S36:E7

    Castaways burn their tribe's flag in an attempt to reverse the curse.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Survivor Season 36 Episode 8 - Fear Keeps You Sharp
    7.4/10(144 votes)

    #8 - Fear Keeps You Sharp

    S36:E8

    The merge threatens to increase the tension between two ongoing rivals.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Survivor Season 36 Episode 9 - The Sea Slug Slugger
    7.3/10(144 votes)

    #9 - The Sea Slug Slugger

    S36:E9

    A classic SURVIVOR eating challenge is back, and individual immunity is on the line.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Survivor Season 36 Episode 10 - It's Like the Perfect Crime
    7.3/10(145 votes)

    #10 - It's Like the Perfect Crime

    S36:E10

    A determined castaway goes on a mission to break up a power alliance.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Survivor Season 36 Episode 11 - The Finish Line Is In Sight
    6.8/10(130 votes)

    #11 - The Finish Line Is In Sight

    S36:E11

    Two people will be voted out in an all-new surprise twist. Also, one player works hard to deceive his tribemates into thinking he has an idol.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Survivor Season 36 Episode 12 - A Giant Game Of Bumper Cars
    6.9/10(136 votes)

    #12 - A Giant Game Of Bumper Cars

    S36:E12

    A visit from loved ones hits the spot for castaways at the reward challenge, and castaways must bond together to break up a power couple.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Survivor Season 36 Episode 13 - Always Be Moving
    7.6/10(151 votes)

    #13 - Always Be Moving

    S36:E13

    After a tough immunity challenge, one castaway will earn a 1 in 6 shot at the million dollar prize, on the penultimate episode.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Survivor Season 36 Episode 14 - It Is Game Time Kids
    5.1/10(127 votes)

    #14 - It Is Game Time Kids

    S36:E14

    Castaways try to navigate their way to immunity when facing the biggest maze in the history for the game. Also, a fire-making challenge could change one person's fate in the game, and, after 39 days, one castaway will take home the $1 million dollar prize and title of sole Survivor, on the two-hour season finale.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Survivor Season 36 Episode 15 - Live Reunion Special
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #15 - Live Reunion Special

    S36:E15

    The castaways reunite to discuss the season. Jeff Probst hosts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 36 Ratings Summary

"Can You Reverse the Curse?" is the best rated episode of "Survivor" season 36. It scored 7.5/10 based on 193 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/28/2018. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Can You Reverse the Curse? (2)".