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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Survivor Season 12 Episode 16 - Panama Reunion
    0.0/10(118 votes)

    #1 - Panama Reunion

    S12:E16

    It's the Moment of Truth: Jeff Probst walks into the Reunion Show, taped live before a studio audience, and announces who wins the $1 million and the title of Sole Survivor.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Survivor Season 35 Episode 1 - I'm Not Crazy, I'm Confident
    0.0/10(186 votes)

    #2 - I'm Not Crazy, I'm Confident

    S35:E1

    The castaways battle to prove which group has what it takes to win -- Heroes, Healers or Hustlers. Also, one tribe will earn an advantage when the game is immediately "ignited" by the season's first challenge, and there is a super idol that comes with a new twist.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Survivor Season 35 Episode 2 - I'm A Wild Banshee
    0.0/10(152 votes)

    #3 - I'm A Wild Banshee

    S35:E2

    Two castaways find a clue and begin searching for a coveted idol. Also, one castaway's annoying behavior could jeopardize their game, and romance is in the air for one pair of Healers, on Survivor.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Survivor Season 35 Episode 3 - My Kisses Are Very Private
    0.0/10(148 votes)

    #4 - My Kisses Are Very Private

    S35:E3

    One castaway's romantic feelings for another tribemate may cause them to spill secrets, and another castaway's lack of social skills could prove to be a problem.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Survivor Season 35 Episode 4 - I Don't Like Having Snakes Around
    0.0/10(157 votes)

    #5 - I Don't Like Having Snakes Around

    S35:E4

    Tribes drop their buffs and switch things up, and one castaway rubs their new tribe the wrong way right before an explosive tribal council.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Survivor Season 35 Episode 5 - The Past Will Eat You Alive
    0.0/10(153 votes)

    #6 - The Past Will Eat You Alive

    S35:E5

    One castaway struggles to keep his head in the game at a tough reward challenge, and a tough physical immunity challenge weighs heavily on castaways.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Survivor Season 35 Episode 6 - This Is Why You Play Survivor
    0.0/10(151 votes)

    #7 - This Is Why You Play Survivor

    S35:E6

    One castaway is upset after being kept out of the loop on a crazy blindside. Also, lack of food takes a toll on another castaway.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Survivor Season 35 Episode 7 - Get To Gettin'
    0.0/10(152 votes)

    #8 - Get To Gettin'

    S35:E7

    Castaways drop their buffs and merge for a big feast, and the first individual immunity is on the line.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Survivor Season 35 Episode 8 - Playing with the Devil
    0.0/10(144 votes)

    #9 - Playing with the Devil

    S35:E8

    One player finds a secret advantage with a special twist, and concentration is key in the individual immunity challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Survivor Season 35 Episode 9 - Fear of the Unknown
    0.0/10(141 votes)

    #10 - Fear of the Unknown

    S35:E9

    Alliances are put to the test and castaways question who will remain loyal.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Survivor Season 35 Episode 10 - Buy One, Get One Free
    0.0/10(167 votes)

    #11 - Buy One, Get One Free

    S35:E10

    Can one secret agent keep their cover or will they be discovered.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Survivor Season 35 Episode 11 - Buy One, Get One Free (2)
    0.0/10(164 votes)

    #12 - Buy One, Get One Free (2)

    S35:E11

    Can one secret agent keep their cover or will they be discovered.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Survivor Season 35 Episode 12 - Not Going to Roll Over and Die
    0.0/10(153 votes)

    #13 - Not Going to Roll Over and Die

    S35:E12

    Castaways receive a much-needed visit from their loved ones, and one castaway must snatch an idol in plain sight.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Survivor Season 35 Episode 13 - The Survivor Devil
    0.0/10(183 votes)

    #14 - The Survivor Devil

    S35:E13

    Castaways battle to win individual immunity and earn a spot in the final five.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Survivor Season 36 Episode 1 - Can You Reverse the Curse?
    0.0/10(193 votes)

    #15 - 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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  16. Survivor Season 36 Episode 2 - Can You Reverse the Curse? (2)
    0.0/10(156 votes)

    #16 - 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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  17. Survivor Season 36 Episode 4 - Trust Your Gut
    0.0/10(148 votes)

    #17 - 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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  18. Survivor Season 36 Episode 5 - A Diamond In The Rough
    0.0/10(147 votes)

    #18 - 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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  19. Survivor Season 36 Episode 6 - Fate Is The Homie
    0.0/10(145 votes)

    #19 - Fate Is The Homie

    S36:E6

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

    Director:Unknown
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  20. Survivor Season 36 Episode 7 - Gotta Risk It For The Biscuit
    0.0/10(150 votes)

    #20 - 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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  21. Survivor Season 36 Episode 8 - Fear Keeps You Sharp
    0.0/10(145 votes)

    #21 - 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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  22. Survivor Season 36 Episode 9 - The Sea Slug Slugger
    0.0/10(146 votes)

    #22 - 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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  23. Survivor Season 36 Episode 10 - It's Like the Perfect Crime
    0.0/10(146 votes)

    #23 - 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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  24. Survivor Season 36 Episode 11 - The Finish Line Is In Sight
    0.0/10(131 votes)

    #24 - 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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  25. Survivor Season 36 Episode 12 - A Giant Game Of Bumper Cars
    0.0/10(137 votes)

    #25 - 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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Worst Episodes Summary

"Panama Reunion" is the worst rated episode of "Survivor". It scored /10 based on 118 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/14/2006. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "I'm Not Crazy, I'm Confident".