The 26th season of CBS's reality show 'Big Brother' kicks off with a two-night premiere on July 17 and 18 at 9 p.m. ET/PT, featuring 16 houseguests, with the potential addition of a 17th guest. The season, themed 'Big Brother Artificial Intelligence' (BB AI), promises unique technological twists, including AI-designed aesthetics in the house. The show will air on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with live feeds available on Paramount+ and Pluto TV. The finale is scheduled for October 13, concluding the 90-day competition where contestants vie for a $750,000 prize. Host Julie Chen Moonves returns, continuing her long-standing role since the show's debut in 2000.