Edge of Extinction
The 38th season, themed “Edge of Extinction", features 18 castaways divided into two equal tribes, The Manu Tribe and The Kama Tribe. Four returning players join the 14 castaways who are competing for the first time. The returning castaways are Joe Anglim (“Worlds Apart,” “Second Chance”), Aubry Bracco (“Kaoh Rong,” “Game Changers”), Kelley Wentworth (“Second Chance,” “San Juan del Sur”) and David Wright (“Millennials vs. Gen-X”). This season presents a new layer to the game with the introduction of the island known as “Edge of Extinction,” which severely tests the will of the castaways to be the Sole Survivor and what they are willing to endure to make that happen. Those who can withstand the emotionally and physically difficult challenge will be afforded a shot at one of them to get back in the game and continue their quest for $1 million.
01. It Smells Like Success
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.
02. One Of Us Is Going To Win The War
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.
03. Betrayals Are Going to Get Exposed
Teamwork is the key to success in an all-new immunity challenge. Also, two castaways attempt to get along while trying to survive.
04. I Need A Dance Partner
Castaways drop their buffs and switch things up, and Edge of Extinction heats up when an eliminated castaway has to face people they blindsided.
05. It's Like the Worst Cocktail Party Ever
The castaways' mental toughness is tested on the Edge of Extinction, and targets begin switching from one castaway to another when weaknesses are exposed.
06. There's Always a Twist
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.
07. I'm the Puppet Master
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.
08. Y'all Making Me Crazy
Tribal Council heats up, and castaways strategize until moments before the vote. Also, concentration is key at a classic immunity challenge.
09. Blood of a Blindside
Two tribal councils in one hour, and a surprise advantage may pay off for one castaway's game.
10. Fasten Your Seatbelts
Another blindside could be in sight after alliances start to crumble. Also, one castaway comes out on top after a crucial immunity win.
11. Awkward
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.
12. Idol or Bust
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.
13. I See The Million Dollars
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.
14. Live Reunion Special
The castaways reunite in Los Angeles to discuss the season. Jeff Probst hosts.