The countdown is on for the premiere of one of the longest-running reality shows.
Season 51 of "Survivor," the Emmy-winning competition show, will feature a new theme, "Open Era," meaning any advantage or twist from previous seasons can come into play at any time, making for a total surprise gameplay.
The cast features 21 first-time players, including a criminal defense attorney, actors, a sociology professor, a former WWE star, a farmer, New York Yankees executive Mike Pinsky and more, all vying for a $1 million prize.
Here's everything we know about season 51 of "Survivor," including when it premieres and how to watch.
When does 'Survivor 51' premiere
"Survivor" season 51 premieres Wednesday, Sept. 23. New episodes air weekly on Wednesdays after that.
What time does 'Survivor' season 51 premiere?
"Survivor" season 51 airs
from 8-10 p.m. ET on Sept. 23.
What channel is 'Survivor' on? How to watch
"Survivor" airs on Wednesday nights at 8 p.m. ET on CBS and on Paramount+ for subscribers of the Paramount+ Premium plan.Episodes can be streamed the next day for subscribers of any Paramount+ plan. The previous 50 seasons of the show are all available to stream with a Paramount+ subscription.
Watch 'Survivor' on Paramount+
Anyone who subscribes to a streaming service with live TV can also watch it live.
How long is the 'Survivor' season 51 premiere?
The season premiere is two hours long, from 8-10 p.m. ET. Subsequent weekly episodes will only be 90 minutes.
Meet the 'Survivor 51' cast
- Aaliyah Puglia.
- Alexis Levine.
- An 'Thien An' Nguyen.
- Ana Sani.
- Brady Booker.
- Carter Krull.
- Christian Chavez.
- Danny 'Kilby' Kilby.
- Devin Way.
- Eric Macksoud.
- Angelica 'Jelly' Loblack.
- Jenna Doore.
- Kristin Flickinger.
- Lewis Kelly.
- Linnea Capobianco.
- Maggie Nestor.
- Mike Pinsky.
- Ori Jean-Charles.
- Patt Cannaday.
- Rob Antonson.
- Sharonda Cox.
Watch 'Survivor' 51 trailer
Where is 'Survivor' filmed?
"Survivor" has been filmed on the beaches of Fiji since 2016. The TV show previously took contestants to remote locations around the world.
Who is the host of 'Survivor'?
Jeff Probst, the four-time Emmy Award winner, is the longtime host of the show. He has hosted all 50 seasons of "Survivor," which has been on air since 2000. He also serves as an executive producer.
This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: 'Survivor' season 51 premieres this week with new 'Open Era' theme
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