Big Brother
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Big Brother

Expect the unexpected.

4.9 /10 258 votes
July 5, 2000 27 Seasons 973 Episodes Returning Series TV-14

Overview

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.

Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

Season 1

2000 70 Episodes

Big Brother 2000 was a near-exact port of the hit Netherlands (Holland) series of the same name. Every week, Housemates would nominate two fellow housemates and the two or more housemates with the most nominations were eligible for banishment. American viewers could then call a 1-900 number and cast a vote to banish a HouseGuest.

Season 2

Season 2

2001 30 Episodes

This season brings a complete reformatting of Big Brother 1. The introduction of the Head of Household (HOH). The HOH nominates two houseguests for eviction. The fellow contestants vote, and the player with the most votes is evicted. On finale night, all former houseguests returned to vote for who they think should win the grand prize.

Season 3

Season 3

2002 32 Episodes

This season brings about more changes to the Big Brother format - the introduction of the Silver and Golden Power of Vetos.

The X-Factor

The X-Factor

2003 33 Episodes

In this season's twist, ten of the thirteen houseguests are shocked to learn that they will compete alongside their exes. In addition, introduction of the Diamond Power of Veto and the sequestered Jury.

Season 5

Season 5

2004 31 Episodes

In this season's twists, there are two sets of pre-existing relationships in the house - secret twins and long lost siblings.

Season 6

Season 6

2005 30 Episodes

In this season's twist, every houseguest enters the house with a secret partner - believing they were the only pair. If both can reach the end, the winner would receive a grand prize of $1,000,000 and the runner-up, $250,000.

All Stars

All Stars

2006 28 Episodes

Fourteen of the best and most iconic Big Brother Houseguests make their return to compete for the $500,000 grand prize.

Season 8

Season 8

2007 33 Episodes

In the season's twists, 3 houseguests are shocked to learn their "enemy" will be entering the game - ex best friends, ex-boyfriends, and an estranged father and daughter.

Season 9

Season 9

2008 33 Episodes

In the season's twist, every houseguest would compete, be nominated, and be evicted as couples.

Season 10

Season 10

2008 29 Episodes
Season 11

Season 11

2009 30 Episodes
Season 12

Season 12

2010 30 Episodes
Season 13

Season 13

2011 29 Episodes

In the twist of the summer, three Dynamic Duos of iconic previous houseguests make their return for another chance to win - Dick and Daniele, Jordan and Jeff, Rachel and Brendon.

Season 14

Season 14

2012 30 Episodes

In the season's twist, four previous houseguests return as Coaches to build a Big Brother dream team - a $100,000 prize awaits the coach who picks the Big Brother winner.

Season 15

Season 15

2013 36 Episodes
Season 16

Season 16

2014 40 Episodes

This season's twist brings about the Battle of Block - two HOHs, 4 nominations, and the chance of an HOH being evicted.

Season 17

Season 17

2015 40 Episodes

This season brings back the iconic Twin Twist with two sisters swapping out every few days, unbeknownist to the other houseguests. The Battle of the Block makes it return.

Season 18

Season 18

2016 42 Episodes
Season 19

Season 19

2017 39 Episodes

Season 19's new twist is called “Summer of Temptation,” where the Houseguests will be challenged like never before as they embark on a season of tempting offers that could give them money, power and safety in the game. But, they will need to be careful, because for every temptation taken, there will be a consequence to face. This season's house reflects the temptation twist with words like Money and Revenge hanging on the wall, constantly reminding the Houseguests that the game never stops.

Season 20

Season 20

2018 40 Episodes
Season 21

Season 21

2019 40 Episodes
All Stars 2

All Stars 2

2020 37 Episodes

Sixteen former Houseguests return to the game for a second chance at the grand prize of $500,000.

Season 23

Season 23

2021 37 Episodes
Season 24

Season 24

2022 34 Episodes
Season 25

Season 25

2023 42 Episodes

It is the Summer of the BB Multiverse. Three former Houseguests enter the house and unleash four universes onto the house. The Comic, Humili, Scary, and Scramble-verses unlock new twists and themed competition.

Season 26

Season 26

2024 39 Episodes

This season is the Summer of Artificial Intelligence. A.I. bots Ainsley and Jankie take over and introduce a brand new competion that changes the game - the A.I. Arena.

Season 27

Season 27

2025 39 Episodes

This season is the Summer of Mystery as the Houseguests enter the Hotel Mystère, a place where secrets lurk behind every door and nothing is as it seems. This season celebrates the 25-year anniversary of the series as a whole.

Key Information

Created By John de Mol
Network CBS
Type Reality
Rating 4.9/10
Language EN
Country United States of America

Cast & Crew

Julie Chen

Julie Chen

Self - Host

Clayton Halsey

Clayton Halsey

Announcer (voice)

Phil Proctor

Phil Proctor

Announcer (voice)

Nicole Franzel

Nicole Franzel

Self - Houseguest

Daniele Briones

Daniele Briones

Self - Houseguest

George Boswell

George Boswell

Self - Houseguest

Rachel Reilly

Rachel Reilly

Self - Houseguest

Paul Abrahamian

Self - Houseguest

Cody Calafiore

Cody Calafiore

Self - Houseguest

James Huling

James Huling

Self - Houseguest

Tyler Crispen

Tyler Crispen

Self - Houseguest

Christmas Abbott

Christmas Abbott

Self - Houseguest

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Frequently Asked Questions

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...

Big Brother has 27 seasons with 973 episodes.

Big Brother premiered on July 5, 2000.

Yes, Big Brother is currently ongoing with new episodes.

Big Brother originally aired on CBS. Check your local streaming services for availability.

Big Brother was created by John de Mol.

Big Brother has a rating of 4.9/10 based on user reviews.

Big Brother is classified as Reality.