When is the Survivor Finale 50? Air Date, Time, and How to Watch

When is the Survivor Finale 50?

The Season 50 finale of Survivor is scheduled to air on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT on CBS in the United States. Local listings and time zone variations can shift the start time slightly, so it’s best to verify your market’s schedule as the date approaches. The finale will conclude the season’s cast-merge format and reveal the Sole Survivor in a live two-hour episode, restoring the traditional finale structure familiar from earlier seasons.

Confirmed Broadcast Details

Streaming and Live Viewing Options

In addition to the CBS live broadcast, the finale will stream on Paramount+, the network’s direct-to-consumer platform. Paramount+ subscribers can watch live and on-demand with features like offline downloads and multi-device support. If you are cord-cutting, consider a Paramount+ subscription or a live TV streaming service that includes CBS, such as YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, or FuboTV, to ensure you can watch the finale live or catch up immediately after broadcast.

Set and Format Expectations

Survivor Season 50 uses a merged tribe format, meaning that once the tribes merge, all remaining players compete as one group for individual immunity. The finale episode typically includes multiple immunity challenges, jury questioning, and a final Tribal Council where the last few contestants plead their case to the jury. The Season 50 finale will culminate in a live vote and the unveiling of the 50th season’s Sole Survivor, restoring the show’s classic finale style after several seasons of split resolutions.

How to Avoid Missing the Finale

• Check your local CBS affiliate listing in your city for exact channel number.
• Set a reminder on your phone or streaming device for December 18 at 8:00 PM ET.
• Ensure your Paramount+ subscription is active and payment method is current.
• Test your internet connection and streaming app in advance.
• If you plan to watch via live TV streaming, confirm that the service includes CBS in your package.

Key Terminology for New and Returning Viewers

• Sole Survivor: The last remaining player who wins the season and the $1 million prize.
• Jury: Players voted out after the merge who return to vote for the winner at Final Tribal Council.
• Merged Tribe: The single tribe formed when remaining players consolidate, typically at the start of the endgame.
• Live Two-Hour Episode: An extended episode featuring both gameplay and the live reveal of the winner.

Comparison to Recent Finales