Big Brother US Episode Guide Overview
The Big Brother US episode guide tracks weekly episodes across multiple seasons, with each season typically running 10 to 13 weeks and airing on CBS. The format follows a group of contestants living in a custom-built house, competing in challenges and voting each other out until a winner is determined by a jury of former houseguests. The show is produced by Endemol Shine North America and CBS Studios, and episodes are available for streaming on Paramount+ and Pluto TV. The series premiered on July 5, 2000, and has aired over 800 episodes as of the latest season, with a companion companion series, Big Brother: Over the Top, and international versions produced in dozens of countries. For the official CBS broadcast schedule and episode listings, see the CBS Big Brother page.
Each episode guide entry usually includes the air date, episode number, key events such as Head of Household competitions, nominations, Power of Veto competitions, and evictions. The live eviction episodes typically air on Sundays, with the main highlights show on Wednesdays and a companion recap on Thursdays. The companion series Big Brother: After Dark provides live coverage from inside the house and is available on Pluto TV and Paramount+. The show is also available on Amazon Prime Video for purchase or rental in select regions. The episode guide is updated by CBS and streaming platforms as new seasons premiere, with the most recent season listed on the Paramount+ Big Brother hub.
Season Structure and Episode Format
Standard Episode Breakdown
A typical Big Brother US episode guide entry lists the episode length as 60 minutes for highlights shows and 90 minutes for live eviction episodes. The season structure follows a cycle of Head of Household competitions, nominations, Power of Veto competitions, veto meetings, and live evictions. The finale episode, often two hours long, features jury questions and the final vote. The companion series Big Brother: After Dark airs nightly and provides live feeds from the house, while the main highlights show recaps the most significant events of the day. The show is filmed at CBS Studio Center in Studio City, California, and the house is rebuilt each season with a new theme and layout. For production details and season overviews, see the Big Brother Wikipedia page.
The episode guide also notes special episodes such as premiere night, double eviction weeks, and finale night, which may have altered formats or extended runtimes. Some seasons introduced twists such as the Twin Twist, the America's Vote, and the Camp Comeback, which are documented in the episode guide to help viewers track how these twists affected the game. The show's format is based on the original Big Brother series created by John de Mol, and the US version is produced under license from Endemol Shine Group. The episode guide is a useful reference for fans tracking specific moments, alliances, or game-changing moves across seasons. For additional background on the show's format and history, see the Forbes Big Brother format explainer.
Where to Watch and Episode Access
Streaming and Broadcast Platforms
The Big Brother US episode guide links to CBS as the primary broadcaster, with full episodes available the next day on Paramount+. Live eviction episodes air on Sundays at 8:00 PM ET, with the highlights show on Wednesdays at 8:00 PM ET. Paramount+ offers ad-free streaming, early access to episodes, and exclusive companion content such as live feeds and