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Mint
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
‘Big Brother' returns this July: New format, more air time, and a Friday spin-off
CBS has officially announced that Big Brother will return for its milestone 27th season this summer, with a supersized format that marks the reality show's biggest offering yet in its 25-year history. Premiere date & Schedule changes Season 27 will kick off with a 90-minute premiere on July 10 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CBS. The show will then follow a packed weekly schedule: Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT — Now expanded to 90-minute episodes Thursdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT — Featuring the signature live eviction nights Sundays at 8 p.m. ET/PT — Regular gameplay episodes Fridays (alternating, starting July 25 at 8/7c) — New companion show Big Brother: Unlocked Big Brother places a group of strangers in a house rigged with 94 HD cameras and 113 microphones, recording every moment of their lives 24/7. Each week, a houseguest is evicted until one remains to win the $750,000 grand prize. The show remains hosted by Julie Chen Moonves, who has led the series since its inception. This season introduces several key updates: More airtime than ever before, with 90-minute Wednesday episodes and an additional Friday spin-off. Big Brother: Unlocked, a new Friday show featuring former Big Brother all-stars. This series promises: Never-before-seen footage Gameplay analysis by former Houseguests While CBS has not yet released the names of the new Houseguests, it promises an 'all-new group' that will deliver a 'season full of twists and turns.' Viewers can watch the show on CBS or stream it via Paramount+ with Showtime, which also offers live feeds from the house and on-demand episodes. Pluto TV will also carry the live feeds. Note: Paramount+ Essential subscribers will have next-day access to episodes but no live feed. With an expanded schedule, all-new cast, and behind-the-scenes spinoff, Big Brother Season 27 promises to be the most immersive and dramatic season yet for longtime fans and new viewers alike.
USA Today
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
'Big Brother' returns this summer: See premiere, date, time, where to watch
'Big Brother' returns this summer: See premiere, date, time, where to watch Show Caption Hide Caption Disney+, Hulu, Max launch streaming service bundle with up to 38% discount The bundle brings together the worlds of Marvel, DC, Harry Potter, Disney princesses and reality TV. Scripps News Cue the chaos and drama. "Big Brother" is returning this July with a new season that is its biggest ever in 25 years. The reality TV show "follows a group of people living together in a house outfitted with 94 HD cameras and 113 microphones, recording their every move 24 hours a day," according to CBS. Every week, someone is voted out of the house, with the last remaining houseguest receiving a grand prize of $750,000. In the upcoming season, an all-new group of houseguests will be welcomed into the "Big Brother" House and viewers can "expect the unexpected" in a "season full of twists and turns," says CBS. Join our Watch Party! Sign up to receive USA TODAY's movie and TV recommendations right in your inbox. When does the new season of 'Big Brother' come out? The new season of "Big Brother" will kick off with a 90-minute premiere on Thursday, July 10 at 8 p.m. ET / PT on CBS. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. How to watch 'Big Brother' Season 27 "Big Brother" will air on CBS. Paramount+ with Showtime subscribers and Pluto TV viewers can watch the episodes on the platforms' "Big Brother" live feeds. 'Big Brother' Season 27 episode schedule Following the premiere on July 10, new episodes will air Wednesdays at 8:00 p.m. ET / PT, followed by hourlong shows on Thursdays – featuring live evictions – and Sundays at 8:00 p.m., CBS said. 'Big Brother' Season 27 cast CBS has not yet released cast details for the upcoming season. 'Big Brother' Season 27 host Julie Chen Moonves will return as the host of "Big Brother" for Season 27. 'Big Brother: Unlocked' This year's "supersized" season will also feature a new segment titled "Big Brother: Unlocked," which will include "never-before-seen broadcast footage from the house, exclusive interviews, surprise guest appearances and unprecedented behind-the-scenes access." "Former houseguests will share firsthand insight and expertise as they analyze gameplay, assess the competition and give their insider's perspective" during the "Unlocked" episodes, which will air every other Friday at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CBS starting July 25. Saman Shafiq is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at sshafiq@ and follow her on X and Instagram @saman_shafiq7.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Big Brother to Return in July for ‘Biggest Season Ever' (With Friday Episodes!) — Get Premiere Date
CBS is really putting the 'big' in Big Brother this summer. In addition to sharing a Season 27 premiere date for its annual reality staple — Thursday, July 10, at 8/7c — the network on Wednesday revealed new details about the upcoming cycle (dubbed the 'biggest season ever'), which will feature extended episodes and a new Friday installment. More from TVLine Ghosts Couples Forecast: EPs Preview Who's (Maybe) Breaking Up, Who's Not Getting Together and More Beyond the Gates Renewed for Season 2 at CBS The Office Spinoff Gets Official Title and Premiere Month at Peacock - Plus, Oscar Returns in First Photo! Following its 90-minute season premiere on July 10, Big Brother will air a 90-minute episode on Sunday, July 13 (8 pm), then will settle into its usual Wednesday-Thursday-Sunday schedule. But in an expect-the-unexpected twist, all Wednesday episodes will be 90 minutes long throughout the season, instead of the usual hour; Thursdays (featuring live evictions) and Sundays will stay put at one hour each. Additionally, the show is introducing Big Brother: Unlocked, which will air every other Friday starting July 25 at 8 pm. In this new companion series, three Big Brother All-Stars will offer 'never-before-seen broadcast footage from the house, exclusive interviews, surprise guest appearances and unprecedented behind-the-scenes access,' per the official description. 'Former houseguests share firsthand insight and expertise as they analyze gameplay, assess the competition and give their insider's perspective.' If all of that has made your head spin, here's this summer's Big Brother schedule in list form: THURSDAY, JULY 108 pm Season 27 premiere (90 minutes) SUNDAY, JULY 138 pm XL Sunday episode (90 minutes) WEDNESDAY, JULY 168 pm XL Wednesday episode (all Wednesdays will be 90 minutes) THURSDAY, JULY 178 pm Regular Thursday premiere (60 minutes) SUNDAY, JULY 208 pm Regular Sunday premiere (60 minutes) FRIDAY, JULY 258 pm Big Brother: Unlocked premiere (airing every other Friday) Julie Chen Moonves will return as host for Big Brother's 27th season; the full roster of new houseguests will be announced at a later date. Ready for more than ever? Hit the comments with your hopes for Season 27. All the Big Brother Seasons, Ranked View List Best of TVLine Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More 'Missing' Shows, Found! The Latest on Severance, Holey Moley, Poker Face, YOU, Primo, Transplant and 25+ Others
Forbes
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
‘Big Brother,' Summer's Guiltiest Pleasure, Returns Thursday, July 10 On CBS
There is even more "Big Brother" this summer with "Big Brother: Unlocked" every other Friday. Admit it…you watch Big Brother! So, mark your calendars for the return of summer's guiltiest pleasure with a 90-minute episode on Thursday, July 10 starting at 8 p.m. ET. Next is a 90-minute installment on Sunday, July 13 at 8 p.m. ET. And don't fret…Julie Chen Moonves (a.k.a. 'Chenbot') returns as host. After its premiere, Big Brother airs Wednesdays from 8-9:30 p.m. ET (expanded from its regular 60-minute episodes,) followed by hourlong shows on Thursdays – featuring live evictions – and Sundays, both at 8 p.m. ET. If that is not enough, there will be bonus footage packaged as Big Brother: Unlocked as three-to be-named Big Brother All-Stars offer new broadcast footage from the house, exclusive interviews, surprise guest appearances and behind-the-scenes access. The BB scoop: Former houseguests share firsthand insight and expertise as they analyze gameplay, assess the competition and give their insider's perspective every other Friday starting July 25 at 8 p.m. ET. Now, what BB houseguests would you like to see return? Is it Dr. Will Kirby, Rachel Reilly, Janelle Pierzina, Dan Gheesling, Da'Vonne Eogers, Britney Haynes or Jessie Godderz? How about Taylor Hale, Jeff Schroyer, Danielle Reyes, Nicole Anthony, Tucker Des Lauriers or Tyler Crispin? After 25 years, there are plenty to choose from!
