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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!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Survivor Season 38 Episode 8 - Y'all Making Me Crazy
    8.6/10(320 votes)

    S38:E8

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Survivor Season 38 Episode 11 - Awkward
    8.4/10(303 votes)

    S38:E11

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Survivor Season 38 Episode 5 - It's Like the Worst Cocktail Party Ever
    8.2/10(335 votes)

    S38:E5

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Survivor Season 38 Episode 7 - I'm the Puppet Master
    8.2/10(334 votes)

    S38:E7

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Survivor Season 38 Episode 4 - I Need A Dance Partner
    7.9/10(321 votes)

    S38:E4

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Survivor Season 38 Episode 6 - There's Always a Twist
    7.8/10(329 votes)

    S38:E6

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Survivor Season 38 Episode 10 - Fasten Your Seatbelts
    7.7/10(307 votes)

    S38:E10

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Survivor Season 38 Episode 9 - Blood of a Blindside
    7.6/10(317 votes)

    S38:E9

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Survivor Season 38 Episode 12 - Idol or Bust
    7.6/10(303 votes)

    S38:E12

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Survivor Season 38 Episode 1 - It Smells Like Success
    7.5/10(341 votes)

    S38:E1

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Survivor Season 38 Episode 3 - Betrayals Are Going to Get Exposed
    7.5/10(293 votes)

    S38:E3

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Survivor Season 38 Episode 13 - I See The Million Dollars
    7.5/10(349 votes)

    S38:E13

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Survivor Season 38 Episode 2 - One Of Us Is Going to Win the War
    7.4/10(293 votes)

    S38:E2

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Survivor Season 38 Episode 14 - Live Reunion Special
    6.8/10(271 votes)

    S38:E14

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 38 Ratings Summary

"Y'all Making Me Crazy" is the best rated episode of "Survivor" season 38. It scored 8.6/10 based on 320 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/10/2019. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Awkward".