1. The Puppet Master
Air date: 2009-09-17 · 60 min
The 19th edition of the series begins with 20 castaways being stranded on the South Pacific island nation of Samoa. They are immediately divided into two tribes: Galu and Foa Foa. Next, without speaking to each other, the tribe members select a chief who will make all of their decisions. At tribal council, the first person is voted out of the game.
Open episode 1 ↗2. Taking Candy from a Baby
Air date: 2009-09-24 · 60 min
A rugby-like game gets out of control and one player is ejected from the contest; one person is given the opportunity to make friends with the opposing tribe, but it doesn't go well. Meanwhile, Russell H. continues to disrupt life for the Foa Foa tribe. At tribal council, another castaway is voted out of the game.
Open episode 2 ↗3. It's Called a Russell Seed
Air date: 2009-10-01 · 60 min
A clever lie turns a tribe against one of its most harmless members. Meanwhile, at the reward challenge, the chief of one tribe makes a controversial decision that lands him in the crossfire back at camp.
Open episode 3 ↗4. Hungry for a Win
Air date: 2009-10-08 · 60 min
After a tribe member makes a stunning revelation, the game of one determined castaway may be changed. Meanwhile, Russell continues his game of chess when he considers ousting one of his allies.
Open episode 4 ↗5. Walking on Thin Ice
Air date: 2009-10-15 · 60 min
When a new power player emerges at Foa Foa, Russell desperately scrambles to regain control of the tribe.
Open episode 5 ↗6. This Is the Man Test
Air date: 2009-10-22 · 60 min
Both tribes get battered by a relentless rain storm and are forced to get creative in their efforts to weather the elements and each another.
Open episode 6 ↗7. Houdini Magic
Air date: 2009-10-29 · 60 min
During a visit to the opposing tribe, one castaway strikes a secret deal and manages to make some new friends.
Open episode 7 ↗8. All Hell Breaks Loose
Air date: 2009-11-05 · 60 min
The Foa Foa and Galu tribes merge and enjoy a feast together. The first individual immunity challenge is a form of tee ball that pits the guys against the guys and the ladies against each other with a man and a woman each winning immunity. At tribal council, another castaway is voted out of the game.
Open episode 8 ↗9. Tastes Like Chicken
Air date: 2009-11-12 · 60 min
Motivated by extreme hunger, an unexpected castaway kills a rat in an effort to provide for her tribe.
Open episode 9 ↗10. The Day of Reckoning
Air date: 2009-11-19 · 60 min
A clever castaway jeopardizes the success of a scheme to ensure their own safety in the game.
Open episode 10 ↗11. The First 27 Days
Air date: 2009-11-26 · 60 min
In never before seen footage, one castaway reveals a guarded secret and the whole tribe suffers at the hands of Russell in the aftermath of the merge.
Open episode 11 ↗12. Off with Their Heads!
Air date: 2009-12-03 · 60 min
The Foa Foas consider a risky move in the hours before tribal that may result in the betrayal of one of their own.
Open episode 12 ↗13. Damage Control
Air date: 2009-12-10 · 60 min
Fearing that he is next on the chopping block, one castaway gives a shocking performance at Tribal Council.
Open episode 13 ↗14. Two Brains Are Better Than One
Air date: 2009-12-17 · 60 min
A shocking betrayal leaves one nervous castaway on the chopping block and brings everyone's strategy into question.
Open episode 14 ↗15. This Game Ain't Over
Air date: 2009-12-20 · 60 min
A shocking new deal is struck even as the remaining castaways face the last two immunity challenges in the game.
Open episode 15 ↗16. Survivor: Samoa Reunion
Air date: 2009-12-20 · 60 min
The winner is announced as the 20 castaways reunite to discuss their experiences in Samoa.
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