How to watch 'Survivor' 47 online — stream from anywhere, Ep. 1 out now
Reality TV's answer to 'Game of Thrones' is back!
Jeff Probst returns to host "Survivor" 47 (of course he does) with another $1 million up for grabs for 18 wannabe castaways who need to outwit, undercut and spike the guns of the other contestants until they remain the "sole survivor". We all know the drill but it seems we still can't get enough of it. Read on for how to watch "Survivor" season 47 online and from anywhere with a VPN.
► Date and time: "Survivor" 47 airs at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Wednesdays from September 18.
• FREE STREAM — 9Now (Australia)
• U.S. — Watch on CBS (via Fubo / Paramount+)
• Watch anywhere — try NordVPN 100% risk-free
The enduring popularity of "Survivor" undoubtedly has something to do with the age range, geographical spread and type of jobs the contestants do. They might be united by their desire to meet Jeff Probst (or get their hands on the cash) but the mix of people is always eclectic.
Season 47 gives us a flight attendant, a sports reporter, emergency room doctor, construction worker, a former speechwriter for Barack Obama, and the co-host of "Pod Save America". They're from all over the United States - and one from Canada - and go from Gen X to Gen Z.
CBS has officially lit the torch and the players have been divided into three tribes: Gata, Lavo and Tuku. No spoilers here, but season 47 episode 1 sees one contestant unravel in a very public way...
You can learn more in our guide to how to watch "Survivor" 47 online and from anywhere in the world. Scroll down for the full list of contestants.
Can you watch 'Survivor' 47 for FREE?
In Australia, you can watch "Survivor" 47 for FREE on 9now – Channel 9's streaming service.
Away from Oz? Use NordVPN to unblock 9Now and watch your usual free stream when traveling abroad.
How to watch 'Survivor' 47 in the U.S.
In the U.S., "Survivor" 47 premieres on CBS on Wednesday, September 18 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Episodes air at the same time each Wednesday.
CBS is a local broadcast network that can accessed with one of the best TV antennas or through a cable TV package.
If you've already cut the cord and don't have cable, you can watch CBS on a live TV service, like Fubo, Hulu With Live TV, YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream.
You can also watch your local CBS station's live feed with Paramount Plus with Showtime ($12.99/month or $119.99/ annual ).
The cheaper $7.99/month (or $59.99) Essentials plan lets you stream episodes the following day.
Fubo is one of the best live TV services with CBS. The streamer all of the local broadcast networks and most of the top cable channels. Who needs cable? Not Fubo subscribers. And it's got a 7-day free trial so you don't need to pay upfront.
Paramount Plus with Showtime has your local CBS station's live feed. Its deep library includes previous seasons of "Survivor" and "Big Brother" episodes, as well as originals like "Frasier", "1923" and "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds".
How to watch 'Survivor' season 47 from anywhere
Away from home at the moment and blocked from accessing your subscription? Don't panic.
You can still watch "Survivor" 47 thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. Ideal when you're away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN. It's the best on the market:
There's a good reason you've heard of NordVPN. We specialize in testing and reviewing VPN services and NordVPN is the one we rate best. It's outstanding at unblocking streaming services, it's fast and it has top-level security features too. With over 5,000 servers, across 60 countries, and at a great price too, it's easy to recommend.
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're in the U.K. and want to view an American service, you'd select U.S. from the list.
3. Sit back and enjoy the show. Head to Paramount Plus or another streaming service and watch new episodes of "Survivor" 47 online.
Where to watch 'Survivor' 47 live streams in Canada
In Canada, "Survivor" 47 airs on Global TV at 8 p.m. ET/PT every Wednesday, starting September 18.
The network also has an online streaming platform, which lets you watch some shows the day after they air, with no need to log in for the first seven days.
You can also stream "Survivor" via the STACKTV add-on with Prime Video, which grants access to programming from Global Television, the Disney Channel, National Geographic, Showcase, W Network, and Adult Swim.
A Prime membership costs CA$9.99 each month, and a Stack TV subscription costs CA$12.99 on top, but both offer free trials to new users.
Not in Canada at the moment? Signing up to NordVPN will help you access your preferred streaming service when you're overseas.
How to watch 'Survivor' 47 online in Australia
In Australia, "Survivor" 47 is available to watch on free-to-air 9Go! and its streaming platform 9Now. Episodes air at 7:30 p.m. AEST each Thursday evening – a short delay compared to the US broadcast.
Not in Australia at the moment? Use one of the best VPN services to access your usual streaming service. We recommend NordVPN thanks to its speed, reliability and trusted security features.
Can you watch 'Survivor' 47 in the U.K.?
The British version of "Survivor" was recently revived in the U.K., which raises hopes that there's a market for the U.S. offshoot of the show.
However, at the time of writing no plans to release "Survivor" season 47 in the U.K. have been announced.
For now, anybody currently abroad in the U.K. from Australia can use one of the best VPN services to access their usual streaming service. We recommend NordVPN thanks to its speed, reliability and trusted security features.
'Survivor' 47 cast
Meet the cast of "Survivor" 47:
Andy Rueda
Age: 3/ Home: Brooklyn, New York / Job: AI Research Assistant / Tribe: Gata
Anika Dhar
Age: 26/ Home: Los Angeles, California/ Job: Marketing Manager/ Tribe: Gata
Aysha Welch
Age: 32/ Home: Houston, Texas/ Job: IT Consultant/ Tribe: Luvo
Caroline Vidmar
Age: 27/ Home: Chicago, Illinois/ Job: Strategy Consultant/ Tribe: Tuku
Gabe Ortis
Age: 26/ Home: Baltimore, Maryland/ Job: Radio Host/ Tribe: Tuku
Genevieve Mushaluk
Age: 33/ Home: Winnipeg, Manitoba/ Job: Corporate Lawyer/ Tribe: Luvo
Rome Cooney
Age: 30/ Home: Phoenix, Arizona/ Job: E-Sports Commentator/ Tribe: Luvo
Jon Lovett
Age: 42/ Home: Los Angeles, California/ Job: Podcast Host/ Tribe: Gata
Kishan Patel
Age: 28/ Home: San Francisco, California/ Job: Emergency Room Doctor/ Tribe: Luvo
Kyle Ostwald
Age: 31/ Home: Cheboygan, Michigan/ Job: Construction Worker/ Tribe: Tuku
Rachel LaMont
Age: 34/ Home: Southfield, Michigan/ Job: Graphic Designer/ Tribe: Gata
Sam Phalen
Age: 24/ Home: Nashville, Tennessee/ Job: Sports Reporter/ Tribe: Gata
Sierra Wright
Age: 27/ Home: Phoenixville, Pennslyvania/ Job: Nurse/ Tribe: Gata
Solomon "Sol" Yi
Age: 43/ Home: Norwalk, Connecticut/ Job: Medical Device Sales/ Tribe: Luvo
Sue Smey
Age: 59/ Home: Putnam Valley, New York/ Job: Flight School Owner/ Tribe: Tuku
Teeny Chirichillo
Age: 23/ Home: Manahawkin, New Jersey/ Job: Freelance Writer/ Tribe: Luvo
Terran "TK" Foster
Age: 31/ Home: Washington D.C./ Job: Athlete Marketing Manager/ Tribe: Tuku
Tiyana Hallums
Age: 27/ Home: Oahu, Hawaii/ Job: Flight Attendant/ Tribe: Tuku
Where is Survivor 47 filmed?
"Survivor" has been filmed in the Mamanuca Islands in Fiji for the past 15 seasons. Nestled in the South Pacific, these islands offer a paradise-like setting with crystal-clear waters – and perfect weather for location filming.
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