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The Best Episodes of Survivor Season 31

Every episode of Survivor Season 31 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Survivor Season 31!

The Best Episodes of Survivor Season 31

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...
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    8.4/10(279 votes)

    #1 - Second Chance

    S31:E1

    Twenty returning castaways are dropped in the middle of the South China Sea to begin their adventure. The new season in Cambodia, themed "Second Chance," features 20 castaways from past editions who were voted for by fans to have another shot at being named "Sole Survivor." For one tribe, old-school thinking battles new-school strategy when the two distinct groups try to take control of the game. Also, one contestant finds a clue to a hidden immunity idol that requires retrieving it in a way that's never been seen before.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for Survivor MacGyver
    8.3/10(224 votes)

    #2 - Survivor MacGyver

    S31:E2

    One Tribe is completely puzzled at a classic immunity challenge. Also, one castaway attempts a heartfelt apology in an effort to stave off elimination before an intense tribal council.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.1/10(208 votes)

    #3 - We Got A Rat

    S31:E3

    Just days into the game, castaways drop their buffs and switch from two to three tribes. Also, a castaway's future in the game is in jeopardy when they're caught sending a message to another tribe.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    7.9/10(201 votes)

    #4 - What's The Beef?

    S31:E4

    Three castaways leave it all on the beach in a gut-wrenching challenge, and two castaways plead for their lives in the game at a heated tribal council. Also, Abi-Maria continues to ruffle feathers with her tribe.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.2/10(207 votes)

    #5 - A Snake in the Grass

    S31:E5

    One castaway embraces a new, more personal style of play for his second chance. Also, one castaway risks ruining a good thing by going against her own alliance.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.5/10(203 votes)

    #6 - Bunking with the Devil

    S31:E6

    One castaway is pulled from the game due to a family emergency. Also, Tribes drop their buffs and switch it up for the second time, and castaways chow down on local delicacies in a classic immunity challenge.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.0/10(202 votes)

    #7 - Play To Win

    S31:E7

    Thirteen shocked castaways come together for the largest merge ever. Also, history repeats itself for two feuding castaways, and the season's first individual immunity challenge is a classic game of balance.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.1/10(273 votes)

    #8 - You Call, We'll Haul

    S31:E8

    An intense water challenge leaves castaways thirsty for a much-needed reward. Also, immunity hangs in the balance as castaways attempt to steady themselves, and a shocking Tribal Council takes an unexpected turn.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.2/10(202 votes)

    #9 - Witches Coven

    S31:E9

    One castaway risks their safety in the game in order to gain an advantage. Also, another castaway steps up in a brutal individual Immunity Challenge to further their game, and three castaways deemed the “Witches Coven” stir the pot at camp.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  11. Background image for Like Selling Your Soul To The Devil
    9.2/10(376 votes)

    #10 - Like Selling Your Soul To The Devil

    S31:E10

    Castaways' spirits are drowning in a relentless rain storm, but a fun challenge reward offers a few players a glimpse into the Cambodian culture. Also, the "voting block" strategy used this season continues to keep Castaways on their toes.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.3/10(195 votes)

    #11 - My Wheels Are Spinning

    S31:E11

    Back at camp, Jeremy reiterated to Spencer that he would have saved him as he did Stephen, but Spencer was uncertain.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    7.9/10(194 votes)

    #12 - Tiny Little Shanks to the Heart

    S31:E12

    Emotions run deep when loved ones visit the island, and a desperate Reward Challenge leaves castaways’ heads spinning. Also, exhaustion takes a serious toll on one castaway in the middle of an immunity battle.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  14. Background image for Villains Have More Fun
    9.0/10(212 votes)

    #13 - Villains Have More Fun

    S31:E13

    With the end in sight, castaways scramble to solidify a plan for the final three. Also, a frightening incident at the Immunity Challenge sends shockwaves through the entire tribe, and castaways are rewarded with a spiritual recharge at the temples of Cambodia.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    7.3/10(155 votes)

    #14 - Lie, Cheat and Steal

    S31:E14

    Six castaways battle it out for a shot in the final three, and a shocking Tribal Council delivers a Survivor first. Later, the final three castaways plead their cases for the $1 million prize.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #15 - Live Reunion Show

    S31:E15

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

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

Season 31 Ratings Summary

"Second Chance" is the best rated episode of "Survivor" season 31. It scored 8.4/10 based on 279 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/23/2015. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Survivor MacGyver".