The long-running reality show Survivor is back on screens with a new group of castaway contenders ready to push it to the limit for a chance to win $1 million.
Now in his 22nd year on the air, mainstay host Jeff Probst returns once again for season 44, with the familiar setting of Fiji’s Mamanuca Islands.
Divided into three tribes, the contestants are forced to fend for themselves for 26 days as they face multiple trials for rewards and immunity from elimination. The new season began in dramatic style with three medical interventions in the first three days, while Shot in the Dark was successfully played for the first time in the history of the show.
From quirky walking meme Carolyn, to bubbly salon owner Yam Yam, this may be the wildest cast of characters the show has ever boasted. Season 44 looks to be one of the strongest seasons of Survivor in a while, so read on to find out how to watch, wherever you are in the world.
Jeff Probst returns to host Survivor season 44.
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When does Survivor 2023 start?
Survivor season 44 aired in the US on Wednesday, March 1 on CBS. New episodes are coming out at 8 pm ET/PT every wednesday.
How to watch Survivor Season 44 from anywhere on a VPN
What if you are traveling outside your country and want to enjoy the show or want an extra layer of privacy for streaming? There is an option that does not require searching the internet for a sketchy website: You can use a VPNor virtual private network.
With a VPN, you can change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to gain access to the show. If you find yourself unable to watch locally, a VPN can come in handy. Plus it’s a great idea if you’re traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network and want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.
Most VPNs, such as CNET Editors’ Choice, ExpressVPN, make it easy to virtually change your location. Looking for other options? Be sure to check out some of the other great ones VPN deals.
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ExpressVPN is our best VPN choice right now for people who want a reliable and secure VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. This is usually $13 per month. But you can save 49% plus get three months of access for free — the equivalent of $6.67 per month — when you get an annual subscription.
Remember that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee.
See in the US
If you have CBS on cable you can tune in to the show on linear TV or livestream through the CBS website — all you need to sign-in are your cable provider’s details. There’s also the added bonus of watching all 43 previous seasons of Survivor and more.
For cord-cutters there are several alternative, streaming-only options available. If you have a $10-a-month subscription to Paramount Plus, you can also stream it live.
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Paramount Plus has two main subscription plans: Essential for $5 per month ($50 per year if paying annually) and Premium for $10 per month ($100 per year if paying annually). You can stream Survivor live if you have the premium option or the next day with the Essential plan.
The cheaper Essential option has ads for on-demand streaming and lacks live CBS feeds, as well as the ability to download shows to watch offline later. Students may qualify for a 25% discount.
Read our review of Paramount Plus.
There are several live TV streaming services available in the US that carry CBS live, allowing you to watch Survivor as soon as it airs every Wednesday, and YouTube TV is our favorite. It costs $65 per month. Plug in your ZIP code on its welcome page to see which local networks are available in your area.
Read our YouTube TV review.
Look at Canada
Global TV
Canadian reality TV fans will be happy to know that Global airs new episodes of Survivor 44 at the same time they air in the US — that’s 8 pm ET/PT every Wednesday.
If the channel isn’t part of your cable lineup, you can still watch Survivor season 44 for free by downloading the Global TV app, where you can watch episodes for free for the first seven days after to film.
Look at Australia
9 Go!
9 Go
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Season 44 of Survivor has aired every Thursday on 7:30 pm AEDT on the free-to-air channel 9Go.
That means you can also watch the show online for free via Channel 9’s streaming service 9 Now.
Can I watch Survivor season 44 in the UK?
There is currently no confirmed broadcaster for this latest season of the UK reality TV show. If you’re traveling to the UK from the US, Canada or Australia and don’t want to miss the latest episode of the show, you should use a VPN as outlined on this page.
Tips for streaming Survivor 44 using a VPN
- With four variables at play — your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN — experience and success can vary.
- If you don’t see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the “search city or country” option.
- If you’re having trouble viewing after you’ve turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. Otherwise, you will need to change the physical address of the file using your account. Second, some smart TVs — like Roku — don’t have VPN apps that you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you need to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you use (such as your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network can now see the correct viewing location.
- All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for easily installing a VPN on your router. In some cases of smart TV services, after you install the app on the network, you will be asked to verify a numeric code or click on a link sent to your email address in the file for on your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router helps too, as both devices appear to be in the right location.
- And remember, browsers can always provide a location even when using a VPN, so make sure you’re using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We generally recommend Brave.