Big Brother

Name: Big Brother
Genre: Reality
Released: 2000-07-05
Rating: 4.9
Cast: Julie Chen, Clayton Halsey

RETURNING28 Seasons1,014 Episodes★ 4.9

Big Brother is a reality series on CBS that premiered in 2000, with 28 seasons and 1,014 episodes to date. Its most recent episode aired on Oct 1, 2026, and more episodes are on the way.

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NetworkCBS

First AiredJul 5, 2000

Last AiredOct 1, 2026

GenreReality

Created ByJohn de Mol

LanguageEnglish

CountryUnited States

ProductionEndemol Shine North America, Endemol USA, Fly on the Wall Entertainment

American version of the reality game show which follows a group of HouseGuests living together 24 hours a day in the "Big Brother" house, isolated from the outside world but under constant surveillance with no privacy for three months.

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Cast

Julie Chen

Self - Host

Clayton Halsey

Announcer (voice)

Seasons & Episodes28 seasons · 1014 episodes

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The theme of the summer is the BB Time Trip, sending Houseguests on a journey unlike anything ever seen before–from prehistoric times to iconic decades and unforgettable moments from Big Brother history.

E1Episode 1

Jul 9, 202668m★ 3.2

A time-warping new season of Big Brother begins as 14 new houseguests turn back time and collide with the past's greatest reality legends in three era-spanning competitions. Then, tragedy strikes in the Jurassic Period and a houseguest meets their untimely demise.

E2Big Brother Unlocked 7/10/26

Jul 10, 202643m★ 2.0

A new season of Big Brother: Unlocked kicks off with hosts Taylor Hale and Derrick Levasseur dishing all the never-before seen drama from the Big Brother 28 house, joined by new co-host Jerry O'Connell! Then, BB legend Rachel Reilly tells-all about her experience meeting the new houseguests and everyone makes their predictions for the upcoming season.

E3Episode 3

Jul 12, 202664m★ 3.4

The first Head of Household of BB28 will be crowned! And the first three nominees of the summer will hit the block. Plus, is it showmance o'clock already?

E4Episode 4

Jul 15, 202664m★ 4.0

It's the inaugural Veto competition of the season, with a couple of BB legends joining the fun. Who will win the Golden Power of Veto? Will it be used to save one of the nominees?

E5Episode 5

Jul 16, 202643m★ 3.2

Ashley, Taylor, and Yash compete in the BB Block Buster! Who will win safety, and who will be the first evicted?

E6Episode 6

Jul 19, 202644m★ 2.8

America, find out who you sent into the BB Time Capsule. What power or punishment will be unleashed? Plus, who will become the new Head of Household? And which three Houseguests will hit the block? Then, it is the craziest Nomination Ceremony in BB history!

E7Episode 7

Jul 22, 202665m★ 5.7

Tears, fights, and an egg ready to crack. Then, the Power of Veto is on the line! Will it save one of the nominees from doom?

E8Episode 8

Jul 23, 202644m★ 4.0

Tonight Rome, Melody, and Jason go to battle at The BB Blockbuster. Who will escape the chopping block, and which of them will be the next sent packing?

E9Big Brother: Unlocked 7/24/26

Jul 24, 202643m★ 1.9

Jerry, Taylor, and Derrick break down the crazy week that was! Watch the fallout from the emotional eviction. The powers and punishments within the BB Time Capsule are revealed! A body-slamming Head of Household competition kicks off, and Celebrity Big Brother alumnus Ross Mathews gives his unique insight into the game.

E10Episode 10

Jul 26, 202644m★ 7.0

Tonight who will piledrive into power, and which three houseguests will be nominated next?

E11Episode 11

Jul 29, 202664m★ 8.0

Will Kamu's plan come to fruition? It all comes down to a pickle of a Veto Competition... and tea will be spilled.

E12Episode 12

Jul 30, 202643m

Mallory, LaTrice, and Jason go to battle in the BB Blockbuster - who will save their game, and who will be the next Houseguest sent packing?

E13Episode 13

Aug 2, 202643m

The Head of Household is back up for grabs! Who will slay their way to power?

E14Episode 14

Aug 5, 202664m

With Drew in danger, will the Toolshed have his back or stab him in it? Then, the Power of Veto is on the line. Can a nominee win their safety? Plus, BB 27’s Morgan is back!

E15Episode 15

Aug 6, 202645m★ 8.0

Will the BB Blockbuster be Drew, Lyric or Melody's salvation? Which one of them will be the next sent home?

E16Big Brother: Unlocked 8/07/26

Aug 7, 202644m★ 2.0

Jerry, Taylor, and Derrick welcome BB19 winner Josh Martinez!

E17Episode 17

Aug 9, 202643m★ 6.2

Learn how the shocker of the season took shape. Then, the House goes to war on the Wall! Who will become the new HOH and who will they nominate for eviction?

E18Episode 18

Aug 12, 202664m

The Power of Veto is up for grabs. Whose game will be staying alive? Plus, run for cover! Mount St. Angela is about to erupt!

E19Episode 19

Aug 13, 202643m★ 5.5

Barrett, Chuk, and Haley will clash at The BB Block Buster! One of them will win safety, and one will be the next Houseguest sent packing!

E20Episode 20

Aug 16, 202643m★ 2.7

The Head of Household is back up for grabs! Who will ascend into power? Plus, in the BB Time Capsule, Devens won the Diamond Power of Veto and Dee earned the BB Bribe. Will the houseguest you choose win a power inside the Time Capsule tonight, or will a punishment be unleashed?

E21Episode 21

Aug 19, 202664m

The Power of Veto is up for grabs at the iconic OTEV competition. Who will win the Golden Power? Plus, with his top ally in jeopardy, will Devens unleash his Diamond Power?

E22Episode 22

Aug 20, 202643m★ 5.7

It's the fallout from the shocker of the season; then Angela, Haley, and Kamu clash at The BB Block Buster. One will win safety, and one will be the next evicted.

E23Episode 23

Aug 23, 202688m★ 3.2

After a week of crazy gameplay, the Head of Household is back up for grabs! Who will win and who will they nominate for eviction? Then, who did you choose to be the final Houseguest to enter the BB Time Capsule, and what power or punishment will they earn? Plus, BB legend Paul surprises the Houseguests! And speaking of legends, the BB Unlocked crew welcome Danielle Reyes to help kick off this supersized episode.

E24Episode 24

Aug 26, 202665m★ 4.0

The fireworks continue! Then, the Power of Veto is on the line. Will one of the nominees win safety?

E25Episode 25

Aug 27, 202666m★ 4.7

The historic night will feature surprise appearances from former Houseguests determined by interactive fan votes and kick off the biggest twist of the summer. The episode will look back at some of the most memorable moments from the show's historic 26-year run and shift into overdrive with the BB Blockbuster and a live eviction.

E26Episode 26

Aug 30, 202643m★ 4.7

An all-new never before seen twist is unleashed! And it will have dire consequences for one of the Houseguests.

E27Episode 27

Sep 2, 202688m

Who will Barrett choose and which Houseguest will have their Big Brother game ended? Then, Zingbot arrives to roast the final nine! Plus, a new Head of Household will be crowned, three new nominees hit the block, and a veto will be won.

E28Episode 28

Sep 3, 202643m

Devins, Lala, and Taylor go to battle! Will the Survivor survive The BB Blockbuster, or will an Icon be the first member of the BB jury?

E29Big Brother: Unlocked 9/4/2026

Sep 4, 202643m

It's the fallout from the Eviction. Jerry, Taylor, and Derrick welcome Jay Mohr to break down the crazy week in BB. Zingbot has an encore performance, and no one is safe! The next Head of Household Competition kicks off!

E30Episode 30

Sep 6, 202643m

With only eight remaining and the house split in two, it’s a must-win Head of Household competition! Who will ascend into power? Plus, Dee and Devens have been ride-or-die since Day 1, but are the Survivor Icons ready to turn on each other?

E31Episode 31

Sep 9, 202664m

The Nom Ceremony conflict continues! Then, the Veto is on the line in the legendary BB Comics Competition! Will one of the Icons save their game?

E32Episode 32

Sep 10, 202643m

Angela, Devens, and Dee go to battle in the BB Blockbuster! Who will survive, and which icon will be sent to the jury?

E33Episode 33

Sep 13, 202644m

With only seven remaining, a crucial Head of Household is up for grabs! Who will earn power? And which three Houseguests will hit the block?!

E34Episode 34

Sep 16, 202681m

The Power of Veto is on the line in the Pressure Cooker competition! Will Drew, Barrett, or Melody endure and earn their safety?

E35Episode 35

Sep 17, 202686m

Barrett, Melody, and Taylor battle in the final Block Buster of the summer! Who will win, and who will be sent to jury? Then another houseguest will be sent packing because its a doub eviction baby!! A full week of gameplay in one nonstop night! Will one of the Survivors go, or is another newbie next? When the dust settles who will make the final five?

E36Big Brother: Unlocked 9/18/2026

Sep 18, 202643m★ 3.5

The fallout from the shocking Double Eviction! Jerry and Derrick welcome BB 26 winner Chelsie. Along with special guest James Gunn. Plus, the BB Awards, chosen by you, America! We launch the vote for America's Favorite Houseguest.

E37Episode 37

Sep 20, 202644m

See everything you missed during the jaw-dropping double! Then, season 27 runner-up Vince returns to kick off a crazy new twist! Plus, they survived the Pressure Cooker, but can they survive one of the most excruciating HOH comps ever?! Who will stack up power, and which two Houseguests will be nominated?

E38Episode 38

Sep 23, 202643m

Find out who Devens nominates! Then, the Houseguests return to Egypt to try and secure the Veto. Plus, someone’s game will come to an end in the dreaded Egyptian Eviction! And when the dust settles, the final four will be set.

E39Episode 39

Sep 24, 202686m

Three Crossovers are left, two Icons have survived, and one Taylor remains. Which one will win the Head of Household? Who will secure the final and most important Veto of the season? And ultimately, which one will be sent to jury next? We are one week away from crowning a winner, and tonight we get down to the final three.

E40Episode 40

Sep 27, 202643m

It’s the fallout from Dee’s eviction. Then, hilarious moments from the summer you haven’t seen! And Melody’s Jury House arrival erupts into fireworks! Plus, Part 1 of the three-part, final Head of Household Competition kicks off!

E41Episode 41

Oct 1, 202665m★ 5.0

Devens, Drew, and Taylor embark on the endgame. Who will win the three part Head of Household competition and earn the power to cast the last eviction vote of the season. The jury also returns to pick the winner of the three quarters of a million dollars grand prize!

About Big Brother

Big Brother is a reality series on CBS. The show first aired on Jul 5, 2000 and currently has 28 seasons and 1,014 episodes. Big Brother is currently airing; its most recent episode aired on Oct 1, 2026. It has a rating of 4.9/10 based on 275 votes. The cast includes Julie Chen, Clayton Halsey. Created by John de Mol.