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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Survivor Season 35 Episode 1 - I'm Not Crazy, I'm Confident
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #1 - 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
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  2. Survivor Season 35 Episode 2 - I'm A Wild Banshee
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    #2 - 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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  3. Survivor Season 35 Episode 3 - My Kisses Are Very Private
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #3 - 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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  4. Survivor Season 35 Episode 4 - I Don't Like Having Snakes Around
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    #4 - 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
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  5. Survivor Season 35 Episode 5 - The Past Will Eat You Alive
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    #5 - 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
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  6. Survivor Season 35 Episode 6 - This Is Why You Play Survivor
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    #6 - 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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  7. Survivor Season 35 Episode 7 - Get To Gettin'
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    #7 - 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
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  8. Survivor Season 35 Episode 8 - Playing with the Devil
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #8 - 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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  9. Survivor Season 35 Episode 9 - Fear of the Unknown
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #9 - 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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  10. Survivor Season 35 Episode 10 - Buy One, Get One Free
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #10 - 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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  11. Survivor Season 35 Episode 11 - Buy One, Get One Free (2)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #11 - 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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  12. Survivor Season 35 Episode 12 - Not Going to Roll Over and Die
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    #12 - 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
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  13. Survivor Season 35 Episode 13 - The Survivor Devil
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #13 - The Survivor Devil

    S35:E13

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

    Director:Unknown
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  14. Survivor Season 50 Episode 4 - Knife to the Heart
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #14 - Knife to the Heart

    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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  15. Survivor Season 42 Episode 6 - You Can't Hide on Survivor / The Devil You Do or The Devil You Don't
    1.0/10(1 votes)

    #15 - You Can't Hide on Survivor / The Devil You Do or The Devil You Don't

    S42:E6

    Castaways drop their buffs and rearrange tribes before an intense immunity challenge. Also, one castaway is taken to another island and has the power to change the game.

    Director:Unknown
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  16. Survivor Season 42 Episode 7 - You Better Be Wearing a Seatbelt
    1.0/10(1 votes)

    #16 - You Better Be Wearing a Seatbelt

    S42:E7

    Castaways are officially merged into one tribe, and individual immunity is now on the line. At the challenge, castaways try to negotiate with Jeff to get four days' worth of rice for their tribe.

    Director:Unknown
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  17. Survivor Season 50 Episode 2 - Therapy Carousel
    1.0/10(3 votes)

    #17 - Therapy Carousel

    S50:E2

    Following an emotional medical evacuation, castaways are forced to go back to the drawing board and reassess their alliances. One castaway's attempt to publicly set the record straight sends shockwaves through the rest of camp. The reward challenge is a smash hit as tribes must shatter all other's hopes of coming in first. Then, differences in work ethic cause strain among tribemates.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. Survivor Season 50 Episode 3 - Did You Vote For a Swap?
    1.0/10(2 votes)

    #18 - Did You Vote For a Swap?

    S50:E3

    A foreboding treemail message leaves castaways hungry for information regarding an imminent change. Knowledge is power as the boomerang idols begin to rear their heads within tribes. Then, past mistakes and baggage haunt players in their quest for redemption.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Survivor Season 42 Episode 9 - Tell a Good Lie, Not a Stupid Lie
    3.0/10(2 votes)

    #19 - Tell a Good Lie, Not a Stupid Lie

    S42:E9

    One castaway will land a win in the reward challenge, earning a chance to nurture social bonds during a pivotal moment in the game.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. Survivor Season 50 Episode 1 - Epic Party
    3.2/10(4 votes)

    #20 - Epic Party

    S50:E1

    24 returning players are abandoned on the islands of Fiji for a monumental 50th season, with the chance to win $1 million. Castaways reflect on how much they have changed since the last time they played the game. An unforeseen injury during the first immunity challenge causes tribemates to rethink their attack strategy in order to support their team member.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. Survivor Season 42 Episode 2 - Good and Guilty
    4.0/10(2 votes)

    #21 - Good and Guilty

    S42:E2

    An unlikely friendship forms when 2 castaways bond over their differences. The beware immunity idol returns, forcing castaways to consider all options before entering this unknown territory.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. Survivor Season 42 Episode 4 - Vibe of the Tribe
    4.0/10(2 votes)

    #22 - Vibe of the Tribe

    S42:E4

    One castaway paints a target on their back when they attempt to pit their tribe mates against one another; another tribe dives their way to victory after piecing together a big win in the immunity challenge.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Survivor Season 42 Episode 5 - I'm Survivor Rich
    4.0/10(2 votes)

    #23 - I'm Survivor Rich

    S42:E5

    It's day 10, and patience is running thin for some of the tribe members. Also, immunity is on the line, and one tribe gets tied up.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. Survivor Season 42 Episode 8 - Game of Chicken
    4.0/10(2 votes)

    #24 - Game of Chicken

    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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  25. Survivor Season 42 Episode 10 - Battle Royale
    4.0/10(2 votes)

    #25 - Battle Royale

    S42:E10

    One castaway will be the first to drop out of the immunity challenge leaving their fate up to a game of "Do or Die" chance.

    Director:Unknown
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Worst Episodes Summary

"I'm Not Crazy, I'm Confident" is the worst rated episode of "Survivor". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/27/2017. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "I'm A Wild Banshee".