20 August 2024
Survivor SA S6-9 and USA S46
Outwit. Outplay. Outlast. That’s the mantra for the castaways left to fend for themselves on an island in what is arguably the most famous reality show of them all.
Whether you like American seasons of Survivor, or prefer to see South Africans go head to head, there are plenty of seasons to keep you entertained.
Survivor USA S46
18 new castaways, three new tribes, 26 days to outwit, outlast, outplay … and take home $1 million.
Multiple-Emmy-winning host Jeff Probst is ready to whisk us off to the idyllic Mamanuca Islands in Fiji for an all-new season of Survivor, filled with gruelling challenges, emotional tribal councils, alliances, betrayals and just about all the drama one island paradise can handle.
The mega-hit reality competition show has won seven Emmys and is now up for two more, with 2024 nominations for Outstanding Host and Cinematography.
Survivor South Africa
Season 6: Philippines, which has plenty of twists to keep you entertained in this heated season.
Season 7: Island of Secrets, which is set in gorgeous Samoa.
Season 8: Survivor Immunity Island: The 2021 season was set on South African soil. Who will claim home advantage?
Season 9: Survivor South Africa: Return of the Outcasts is the first all-returning player season of Survivor South Africa.
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