Survivor — Season 17
Outwit, outplay, outlast.
About this season
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 to live off the land with meager supplies for roughly 39 days. Frequent physical challenges are used to pit the tribes against each other for rewards, such as food or luxuries, or for “Immunity”, forcing the other tribe to attend “Tribal Council”, where they must vote off one of their players.
Episodes (14)
1. Want to See the Elephant Dung?
8.0Aired 25 September 2008 • 86 min
18 individuals embark on an amazing African adventure, battling extreme conditions and interacting with wildlife such as elephants and gorillas, while attempting to forge alliances with strangers from diverse backgrounds.
2. She Obviously Is Post-Op!
7.0Aired 2 October 2008 • 42 min
One Castaway is tossed around like a rag doll during a Reward Challenge, while another Castaway sets out to prove her strength while on Exile Island.
3. It Was Like Christmas Morning!
8.0Aired 9 October 2008 • 42 min
One Castaway's desperation leads to waterworks, and the waterworks lead to sympathy from other members on the tribe.
4. This Camp is Cursed
7.0Aired 16 October 2008 • 42 min
Overwhelming hunger and homesickness puts one Castaway's entire alliance in jeopardy. Meanwhile, one of the strongest bonds in the game finds itself on shaky ground after a frustrating performance in an intense Immunity Challenge.
5. He's a Snake, But He's My Snake
7.0Aired 23 October 2008 • 42 min
In the wake of a tough loss, an emotional outburst causes one castaway to become a target. Meanwhile, large appetites combined with dwindling rations create an air of resentment at one camp.
6. It All Depends on the Pin-Up Girl
8.0Aired 30 October 2008 • 42 min
A shocking twist is revealed giving one Castaway the chance to change the game for the opposing tribe. Meanwhile, surprise letters from home bring even the toughest Castaways to tears.
7. Apple in the Garden of Eden
8.0Aired 6 November 2008 • 42 min
After one power drunk castaway decides to take the game into their own hands, the tribes are faced with a brutal endurance challenge that comes down to a nail-biting showdown.
8. The Brains Behind Everything
8.0Aired 13 November 2008 • 42 min
Conflict abounds when a hard fought reward challenge threatens to cause an upset, and a heated tribal council where dirty laundry is aired.
9. Nothing Tastes Better Than Five Hundred Dollars
9.0Aired 20 November 2008 • 42 min
One Castaway devises a dangerous plan that hinges on the hidden immunity idol, while another Castaway considers betraying their alliance in order to avoid elimination.
10. I Was Put on the Planet for This Show
6.0Aired 27 November 2008 • 42 min
In a very special Survivor, never before seen footage, including audition tapes and secret scenes, reveal who the castaways are and how they became entrenched in the adventure of a lifetime. while giving insight into how power shifted into the unlikely hands of Sugar, Susie, Ken and Crystal.
11. The Good Things in Life Aren't Easy
8.0Aired 4 December 2008 • 42 min
After fallout from Randy's departure pits two allies against one another, one castaway makes a lifetime commitment in a surprisingly intimate gesture.
12. The Good Guys Should Win in the End
8.0Aired 11 December 2008 • 42 min
After using guilt to gain control of an ally, a pushy castaway may land in hot water when the hidden immunity idol is put into play, resulting in a shocking turn of events at Tribal Council.
13. Say Goodbye to Gabon
8.0Aired 14 December 2008 • 93 min
What started as a lopsided battle between the Fang and Kota tribes ends with a shocking turn of events between the remaining members of Nobag. Find out the fate of the final five leading into an outrageous decision at the most surprising Tribal Council yet.
14. Gabon Reunion
7.0Aired 14 December 2008 • 34 min
During a live reunion show the Survivors get together for the first time since being in Gabon to discuss the results of the game.