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The Best Episodes of Survivor Season 38

Every episode of Survivor Season 38 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Survivor Season 38!

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

Season 38 Ratings Summary

"It Smells Like Success" is the best rated episode of "Survivor" season 38. It scored 7.6/10 based on 312 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 2/20/2019. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "One Of Us Is Going To Win The War".

  • It Smells Like Success
    7.6/10312 votes

    #1 - It Smells Like Success

    Season 38 Episode 1 - Aired 2/20/2019

    Castaways hover on the “Edge of Extinction” in an all-new twist, and four returning players attempt to bond with their new tribemates. Also, castaways tackle a giant puzzle in their first immunity challenge of the season.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • One Of Us Is Going To Win The War
    7.5/10271 votes

    #2 - One Of Us Is Going To Win The War

    Season 38 Episode 2 - Aired 2/27/2019

    The first castaway is stranded all alone on "Edge of Extinction." Also, first-time players bond together in an attempt to get a returnee out of the game.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Betrayals Are Going to Get Exposed
    7.6/10269 votes

    #3 - Betrayals Are Going to Get Exposed

    Season 38 Episode 3 - Aired 3/6/2019

    Teamwork is the key to success in an all-new immunity challenge. Also, two castaways attempt to get along while trying to survive.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • I Need A Dance Partner
    7.9/10298 votes

    #4 - I Need A Dance Partner

    Season 38 Episode 4 - Aired 3/13/2019

    Castaways drop their buffs and switch things up, and Edge of Extinction heats up when an eliminated castaway has to face people they blindsided.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • It's Like the Worst Cocktail Party Ever
    8.2/10309 votes

    #5 - It's Like the Worst Cocktail Party Ever

    Season 38 Episode 5 - Aired 3/20/2019

    The castaways' mental toughness is tested on the Edge of Extinction, and targets begin switching from one castaway to another when weaknesses are exposed.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • There's Always a Twist
    7.8/10304 votes

    #6 - There's Always a Twist

    Season 38 Episode 6 - Aired 3/27/2019

    Alliances are tested after a highly anticipated merge between tribes. Also, one castaway can rest easy after winning the first individual immunity challenge of the season.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • I'm the Puppet Master
    8.2/10307 votes

    #7 - I'm the Puppet Master

    Season 38 Episode 7 - Aired 4/3/2019

    The puppet master attempts to pull the strings on other castaways, and one castaway struggles to find balance at an immunity challenge after exhaustion takes its toll.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Y'all Making Me Crazy
    8.6/10289 votes

    #8 - Y'all Making Me Crazy

    Season 38 Episode 8 - Aired 4/10/2019

    Tribal Council heats up, and castaways strategize until moments before the vote. Also, concentration is key at a classic immunity challenge.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Blood of a Blindside
    7.6/10292 votes

    #9 - Blood of a Blindside

    Season 38 Episode 9 - Aired 4/17/2019

    Two tribal councils in one hour, and a surprise advantage may pay off for one castaway's game.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Fasten Your Seatbelts
    7.7/10284 votes

    #10 - Fasten Your Seatbelts

    Season 38 Episode 10 - Aired 4/24/2019

    Another blindside could be in sight after alliances start to crumble. Also, one castaway comes out on top after a crucial immunity win.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Awkward
    8.4/10276 votes

    #11 - Awkward

    Season 38 Episode 11 - Aired 5/1/2019

    One castaway gets caught red-handed rummaging through someone's bag at camp. Also, castaways battle to win reward in the form of love when family members pay a visit.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Idol or Bust
    7.7/10281 votes

    #12 - Idol or Bust

    Season 38 Episode 12 - Aired 5/8/2019

    Spirits are lifted when castaways living "on the edge" read letters that they wrote to themselves before starting this adventure. Also, the final seven castaways battle for immunity during a tough puzzle challenge.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • I See The Million Dollars
    7.4/10322 votes

    #13 - I See The Million Dollars

    Season 38 Episode 13 - Aired 5/15/2019

    After 39 emotional days, one castaway will take home the $1 million prize and earn the title of Sole Survivor. One castaway's game will unravel, and someone will get a chance to return to the game, when castaways "living on the edge" go head to head on the two-hour season finale.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Edge of Extinction Reunion
    6.8/10252 votes

    #14 - Edge of Extinction Reunion

    Season 38 Episode 14 - Aired 5/15/2019

    The castaways reunite in Los Angeles to discuss the season. Jeff Probst hosts.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A