When will 'Survivor' Season 46 air? Know more about the release date, plot, and cast of the thrilling reality show
MAMANUCA ISLAND, FIJI: 'Survivor' Season 46 is all set to return on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 8 pm ET on CBS. The two premiere episodes are expected to be 2 hours long. The following episode will follow the 90-minute per episode format.
With almost 45 seasons and running over 20 years, 'Survivor' can be termed as one of the longest-running US reality shows. This show has garnered a large fan base and is considered to be one of the most watched and popular shows in the US.
Although the show format is adapted in various regions, the OG (Survivors US) remains untouched in terms of content and success.
This reality show is not monotonous like its contemporaries and brings out unpredictability in every episode. From blindside vote-outs to contestants giving up in the middle of the show due to numerous factors, the show is truly based on the Darwinian concept of 'survival of the fittest'.
Every minute, contestants put in effort to survive the game and move forward by defeating fellow contestants. Last but not least, the amazing four-time Emmy winner host Jeff Probst is returning as a host for Season 46. His charming attitude, enthusiasm, and knack for guiding the contestants make the show a must-watch.
What is 'Survivor' Season 46 all about?
'Survivor' Season 46 is all set to return to Mamanuca Island, Fiji with exotic tropical beach locations and crystal clear waters. The season was filmed for over 26 days and at a faster pace than the previous seasons.
'Survivor' Season 46 will have two premiere episodes which will be two hours long. For the first 16 seasons, the show traveled all over the world filming in different exotic locations of the world. Since Season 33, the show has been filed in South Pacific locations.
'Survivor' Season 46 was filmed in June 2023 in just 26 days, which is much shorter than the other seasons.
Where to watch 'Survivor' Season 46?
'Survivor' Season 46 will air on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 8 pm ET on CBS. The first two episodes will be two hours long each. After that, the remaining episodes will return to the same 90-minute format as in the previous seasons.
The show is all set to air the usual 13 episodes in total. 'Survivor' Season 46 is yet to announce the finale date but it can be expected around Wednesday, May 22, 2024.
Who stars in 'Survivor' Season 46?
Eighteen fresh survivors are in the cast, vying for the top spot and the moniker 'Sole Survivor'.
These individuals are Q Burdette, Jessica 'Jess' Chong, Charlie Davis, Tevin Davis, Tiffany Nicole Ervin, Ben Katzman, Hunter McKnight, Randen Montalvo, Tim Spicer, Soda Thompson, Venus Vafa, Kenzie Petty, Moriah Gaynor, Maria Shrime Gonzalez, Bhanu Gopal, Jemila 'Jem' Hussain-Adams, David 'Jelinsky' Jelinsky, and Liz Wilcox.
On February 28, viewers will get to witness these competitors go head-to-head.
Q Burdette
Q Burdette is a real estate agent from Memphis Tennessee. He is 29 years old and all set to be a part of the thrilling show.
Jessica 'Jess' Chong
Jessica is a 37-year-old software engineer from San Francisco, California. Her hometown is in Hong Kong, China.
Charlie Davis
Charlie Davis is a 26-year-old from Boston, Massachusetts and he is a law student.
Tevin Davis
Tevin Davis is a 24-year-old from Richmond, Virginia. He is an actor by profession.
Tiffany Nicole Ervin
Tiffany is a 33-year-old from Elizabeth, New Jersey. By profession, she is an artist. Her hometown in Franklin, New Jersey.
Ben Katzman
Ben is a 31-year-old man from Miami, Florida. He is a musician.
Hunter McKnight
Hunter McKnight is a 28-year-old from French Camp, Mississipi. He is a science teacher.
Randen Montalvo
Randen Montalvo is a 41-year-old from Orlando, Florida. He is an aerospace tech.
Tim Spicer
Tim Spicer is a 31-year-old from Arlington, Virginia. He is a college coach.
Soda Thompson
Soda Thompson is a 27-year-old from Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey. She is a special education teacher.
Venus Vafa
Venus Vafa is a 24-year-old from Toronto, Ontario. She is a data analyst.
Kenzie Petty
Kenzie is a 29-year-old from Charlotte, North Carolina. She is a salon owner.
Moriah Gaynor
Moria Gaynor is a 28-year-old from San Diego, California. She is a program coordinator.
Maria Shrime Gonzalez
Maria Shrime Gonzalez is a 41-year-old from Dallas, Texas. She is a parent coach.
Bhanu Gopal
Bhanu Gopal is a 41-year-old originally from India but is currently based in Acton, Massachusetts. He is an IT quality analyst.
Jemila 'Jem' Hussain-Adams
Jemila is a 32-year-old woman from Chicago, Illinois. She is an international brand mentor.
David 'Jelinsky' Jelinsky
David Jelinsky is 22 years old and based in Las Vegas, Nevada. He is a slot machine salesman.
Liz Wilcox
Lizz Wilcox is a 35-year-old from Orlando, Florida. She is a marketing strategist.
What is the latest buzz related to 'Survivor' Season 46?
CBS dropped the teaser for Season 46 during the finale episode of Season 45. Since the announcement of the new season, there has been a buzz among the 'Survivor' fans.
The fans of one of the longest-running reality shows have shared their excitement in the comments section of the announcement post.
One of them commented appreciating the host, "Jeff, you’re awesome man! Your show is awesome!"
Another begged for an opportunity in the show and wrote, "Hey Probst, put me on Survivor! I’m not a quitter!!"
A user stated, "We love Survivor. Let's go!"
The excitement among the fans is insane. Tune in to CBS to watch 'Survivor' Season 46 premiering on February 28, 2024, at 8 pm ET.