24 returning players are abandoned on the islands of Fiji for a monumental 50th season, with the chance to win million. The theme of the season, "In the Hands of the Fans", quickly materializes as decisions from the fan vote swiftly and forcefully impact the game. Castaways reflect on how much they have changed since the last time they played the game. Then, an unforeseen injury during the first immunity challenge causes tribemates to rethink their attack strategy in order to support their team member.

Castaways are forced to go back to the drawing board and reassess their alliances. One castaway's attempt to publicly set the record straight, sends shockwaves through the rest of camp. The reward challenge is a smash hit as tribes must shatter all other's hopes of coming in first. Then, differences in work ethic cause strain among tribemates.

A foreboding treemail message leaves castaways hungry for information regarding an imminent change. Knowledge is power as the boomerang idols begin to rear their heads within tribes. Then, past mistakes and baggage haunt players in their quest for redemption.

Castaways help pass the time on their beach by hosting the "SURVIVOR 50 Talent Show". Another boomerang idol is discovered, and players must decide whether to send it to an ally or an adversary. Then, the biggest reward of the season is on the line as tribes compete for immunity and a special afternoon with country music star and SURVIVOR superfan, Zac Brown.

Tensions flare after Tribal Council when one castaway's self-proclaimed "temper tantrum" rubs some members of their tribe the wrong way. Rivals clash in "Operation Bad Blood" and the stakes rise as two tribes are sent to Tribal Council.

A mysterious boat arrives delivering an exciting message, "Drop your buffs!" A mad dash ensues when castaways discover that an advantage is hidden deep in the jungle. This week's mouthwatering challenge reward lifts spirits, but only briefly. When the dreaded blood moon is triggered (a true Survivor first), it leads to a historic tribal council.

Feelings of betrayal hit an all-time high following a historic Blood Moon tribal that featured three eliminations. One person is selected to go on a journey with the potential to earn an advantage. Then, a schoolyard pick at this week's challenge leads one team to reward and one individual to immunity.

A boat arrives asking the tribe to divide themselves into pairs. This week's immunity challenge features one of the biggest twists ever seen in Survivor history. Then, a theatrical risk taken at tribal council must be enough to cast doubt upon those on the chopping block.

After losing two alliance members, castaways spend the next day picking up the pieces of their broken alliance. The castaways face off against a surprise challenger during this week's individual immunity competition. Then, upon their return to camp, the journey participant must read aloud an important announcement regarding their recent adventure.

One castaway comes clean to the tribe about a previously deceptive move. The crowd favorite SURVIVOR auction returns, with an extra special season 50 spin. Chaos ensues when social media icon MrBeast arrives on the scene.