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The Worst Episodes of Survivor

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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 to live off the land with meager supplies for roughly

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Survivor Season 50 Episode 4 - Knife to the Heart
    3.9/10(1443 votes)

    S50:E4

    Castaways help pass the time on their beach by hosting the Survivor 50 Talent Show. Another boomerang idol is discovered, and players must decide whether to send it to an ally or an adversary. Then, the biggest reward of the season is on the line as tribes compete for immunity and a special afternoon with country music star and survivor superfan, Zac Brown.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. Survivor Season 51 Episode 5 - Not Here to Get a Pedicure
    4.5/10(7 votes)

    S51:E5

    This week's Immunity Challenge comes with double jeopardy when two tribes face tribal council.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Survivor Season 39 Episode 8 - We Made It to the Merge!
    4.8/10(319 votes)

    S39:E8

    Castaways enjoy a merge feast before individual immunity is on the line.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. Survivor Season 41 Episode 1 - A New Era
    4.8/10(812 votes)

    S41:E1

    Eighteen new castaways begin their battle for $1 million and the title of Sole Survivor.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. Survivor Season 41 Episode 13 - One Thing Left To Do... Win
    4.9/10(456 votes)

    S41:E13

    After a dangerous season filled with new twists, only five castaways remain and must battle is out for the title of Sole Survivor and the $1 Million prize, on the two-hour season finale of SURVIVOR followed by an after show hosted by Jeff Probst.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. Survivor Season 51 Episode 4 - That's the Magic of Survivor
    4.9/10(227 votes)

    S51:E4

    In a Tale of Two Tribes, one tribe feels torn apart in the aftermath of a divisive vote-out, while another tribe basks in unity, until an unexpected summoning changes everything. Then, old wounds and previous alliances are put to the test at tribal council.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Survivor Season 36 Episode 14 - It Is Game Time Kids
    5.1/10(134 votes)

    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
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  8. Survivor Season 48 Episode 11 - Coconut Etiquette
    5.1/10(402 votes)

    S48:E11

    One castaway struggles with betraying their allies; power in the game is up for grabs when one castaway is chosen for a journey and must decide if the risk is worth the reward; paranoia runs rampant when a castaway knowingly tries to stir up chaos.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. Survivor Season 42 Episode 8 - Game of Chicken
    5.2/10(523 votes)

    S42:E8

    One castaway will be the last standing in the fight for immunity, earning themselves a spot in the final eight.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Survivor Season 50 Episode 6 - The Blood Moon
    5.2/10(800 votes)

    S50:E6

    A mysterious boat arrives delivering an exciting message, "Drop your buffs!" A mad dash ensues when castaways discover that an advantage is hidden deep in the jungle. This week's mouthwatering challenge reward lifts spirits, but only briefly. When the dreaded blood moon is triggered (a true Survivor first), it leads to a historic tribal council.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. Survivor Season 35 Episode 14 - Million Dollar Night
    5.3/10(151 votes)

    S35:E14

    Castaways compete in an all-new immunity challenge, and a new twist is unleashed into the game. Then, one castaway will be crowned sole Survivor and awarded the $1 million dollar prize, on the two-hour season finale.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. Survivor Season 41 Episode 6 - Ready to Play Like a Lion
    5.4/10(390 votes)

    S41:E6

    For 12 days, the Luvu tribe has avoided going to tribal council, but now that the three tribes have merged, their alliances will be tested. Also, there's a new twist when it comes to the merge.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. Survivor Season 41 Episode 11 - Do or Die
    5.4/10(410 votes)

    S41:E11

    Another big twist threatens to send someone home, and castaways must formulate a plan whether to vote out the big threat or keep playing the game with people they trust.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. Survivor Season 4 Episode 15 - Marquesas Reunion
    5.6/10(199 votes)

    S4:E15

    The 16 survivors gather to discuss their experiences

    Director:Unknown
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  15. Survivor Season 19 Episode 11 - The First 27 Days
    5.6/10(108 votes)

    S19:E11

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  16. Survivor Season 50 Episode 9 - I Deserve All of This
    5.6/10(510 votes)

    S50:E9

    After losing two alliance members, castaways spend the next day picking up the pieces of their broken alliance. The castaways face off against a surprise challenger during this week's individual immunity competition. Then, upon their return to camp, the journey participant must read aloud an important announcement regarding their recent adventure.

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  17. Survivor Season 41 Episode 2 - Juggling Chainsaws
    5.7/10(445 votes)

    S41:E2

    Immunity challenges get interesting when a new idol is introduced that has a special twist.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. Survivor Season 41 Episode 12 - Truth Kamikaze
    5.7/10(308 votes)

    S41:E12

    Castaways need to alter their plans after the winner of the immunity challenge throws a wrench in their next big move.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Survivor Season 3 Episode 8 - The First 21 Days
    5.8/10(150 votes)

    S3:E8

    Never-before-seen footage of early trials and tribulations, as the nine remaining survivors vie for ascendancy in the African bush.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. Survivor Season 3 Episode 16 - Back from Africa
    5.8/10(148 votes)

    S3:E16

    The survivors discuss how their lives have changed since returning to the United States.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. Survivor Season 18 Episode 6 - The First Fifteen Days
    5.8/10(133 votes)

    S18:E6

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    Director:Unknown
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  22. Survivor Season 41 Episode 3 - My Million Dollar Mistake
    5.8/10(404 votes)

    S41:E3

    Castaways stumble upon a sneaky advantage that comes at a great risk.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Survivor Season 46 Episode 4 - Don't Touch the Oven
    5.8/10(252 votes)

    S46:E4

    A castaway must deal with the aftermath of oversharing with other tribe members during a journey. During the reward challenge, tribes must shoot their shot to avoid a date with Jeff at tribal council. Then, one castaway attempts to take the game into their own hands to avoid getting their torch snuffed.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. Survivor Season 48 Episode 10 - My Enemies Are Plottin'
    5.8/10(321 votes)

    S48:E10

    A rice negotiation with Jeff is completed in almost record time; two players on the bottom begin to target each other.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. Survivor Season 41 Episode 5 - The Strategist or The Loyalist
    5.9/10(356 votes)

    S41:E5

    Ua, the tribe of only three castaways, competes to win the immunity challenge to save them from becoming a tribe of two. Also, friendships are put to the test when castaways from different tribes take a journey together.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Knife to the Heart" is the worst rated episode of "Survivor". It scored 3.9/10 based on 1443 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 3/18/2026. This episode scored 0.6 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Not Here to Get a Pedicure".