Survivor 50 Begins Filming in Fiji with 24 Returning Players

The landmark 50th season of Survivor, titled "Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans," will feature 24 returning contestants from 19 different seasons, including notable players such as Mike White, the Emmy Award-winning creator of The White Lotus, Cirie Fields, and Ozzy Lusth. Fans will have a unique role in shaping the season by voting on game elements like tribe colors, immunity necklace designs, and challenges, adding a fresh dynamic to the competition. Filming is underway in Fiji, and the season is set to premiere on CBS and Paramount+ in early 2026. This season marks the sixth all-returning player cast and includes a mix of single-time players and multiple-time veterans, with Fields and Lusth making their record-tying fifth appearances. Two contestants from the upcoming Season 49 will also join the cast but remain unnamed for now. Survivor 50 celebrates the show's 25-year history by bringing together a diverse and star-studded lineup, promising an exciting milestone event for fans.