It’s our favorite time of the year: New TV season!

Sure, the proliferation of streaming means that new shows debut all the time, but there’s just something extra cozy about the return of a slew of network favorites. High Potential and Dancing with the Stars are back with new episodes; the season premiere of The Voice airs Monday, September 22, 2025, on NBC; and a new season of CBS’ reality stalwart Survivor is about to return for its 49th season!

Eighteen new castaways try to outwit, outplay, and outlast one another while visiting the gorgeous Mamanuca Islands in Fiji. Longtime host Jeff Probst is back to lead us through all the action, and you can watch all the fun on CBS or Paramount+. When exactly does Survivor return with new episodes?

Here’s everything you need to know.

Is Survivor On Tonight (September 17)?

Nope. Tonight’s CBS primetime schedule features a new episode of Big Brother at 8:00 p.m. ET, followed by a repeat of Elsbeth at 10:00 p.m. ET (“Hot Tub Crime Machine”)

When Does Survivor Season 49 Start?

Next week! The two-hour premiere of Survivor Season 49 airs Wednesday, September 24 at 8:00 p.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+ Premium.

How To Watch Survivor Season 49 Live On TV:

You can watch Survivor live on CBS or CBS.com (with a valid cable login). You can also watch the beloved reality series with an active subscription to fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, DIRECTV, or Sling TV. YouTube TV, fuboTV, DIRECTV, and Hulu + Live TV offer free trials for new subscribers.

How To Watch The New Season of Survivor On Paramount+:

If you have Paramount+ Premium ($12.99/month), you can stream the show live, while Paramount+ Essential subscribers ($7.99/month) can watch next-day (September 28 for the premiere) on the platform.

From now until September 18, annual plans start at only $29.99 (or $59.99 for Paramount+ Premium) for the first year.

Does Paramount+ Offer A Free Trial?

Yes! You can sample the streamer by taking advantage of Paramount+’s seven-day free trial.

Can I Watch Paramount+ on Hulu or Amazon?

You bet. You can add Paramount Plus Premium to your Prime Video or Hulu account for an extra $12.99/month. New subscribers can sample the streamer on Amazon with a seven-day free trial.