How many seasons does Big Brother have?

Big Brother has 28 seasons and 989 episodes.

Is Big Brother renewed or canceled?

Big Brother is currently returning. The next episode airs Aug 2, 2026.

Where can I watch Big Brother?

Big Brother is available on CBS. You can stream it on Fubo, Paramount+.

When is the next episode of Big Brother?

The next episode of Big Brother (S28 E13) airs on Aug 2, 2026.

Big Brother

Name: Big Brother
Genre: Reality
Released: 2000-07-05
Rating: 4.86
Cast: Julie Chen, Clayton Halsey

RETURNING28 Seasons989 Episodes★ 4.9

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NetworkCBS

First AiredJul 5, 2000

Last AiredJul 24, 2026

GenreReality

Created ByJohn de Mol

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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S28 E13Episode 13Aug 2, 20261d

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Cast

Julie Chen

Self - Host

Clayton Halsey

Announcer (voice)

Seasons & Episodes28 seasons · 989 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★ 2.1

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★ 3.3

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

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★ 1.0

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

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

E11Episode 11

Jul 29, 202664m

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?

E13

E13Episode 13UPCOMING

Aug 2, 2026

E14

E14Episode 14UPCOMING

Aug 5, 2026

E15

E15Episode 15UPCOMING

Aug 6, 2026

E16

E16Big Brother: Unlocked 8/07/26UPCOMING

Aug 7, 2026

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 989 episodes. Big Brother has been renewed and is returning for more episodes. The next episode airs on Aug 2, 2026. It has a rating of 4.9/10 based on 271 votes. The cast includes Julie Chen, Clayton Halsey. Created by John de Mol.