Summer is fast approaching, which means it’s almost that magical time again for reality TV fans. Big Brother Season 26 is on the way, and viewers are once again ready to see a number of Houseguests try their hand at winning big prize money provided they can survive until the very end.
With still some time left before the premiere, we do know some details about what to expect from the upcoming season.
CBS announced that Big Brother will premiere across two nights this year, beginning on Wednesday, July 17th, and continuing on Thursday, July 18th the following night. Some added mystery to the situation is that Julie Chen Moonves hinted she would see viewers “live” for the premiere, seemingly hinting it will be a live premiere.
But back to the Big Brother schedule, which has become much easier for CBS viewers to remember.
What does the Big Brother 2024 schedule look like?
Big Brother episodes will all air at the same time this summer. CBS announced the great news, eliminating the need to remember the time to tune in each evening.
This is a huge treat for people with busy schedules, and now nobody will get confused about what night an episode airs later than the others.
Sunday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights this summer, new Big Brother 26 episodes will air at 9/8c on CBS.
Episodes are also available for streaming on Paramount+, which is an easy way to catch up for fans who can’t tune in live.
Here is a brief breakdown of how the early Big Brother 26 schedule will look on CBS primetime:
- Episode 1: Wednesday, July 17 at 9/8c.
- Episode 2: Thursday, July 18 at 9/8c.
- Episode 3: Sunday, July 21 at 9/8c.
- Episode 4: Wednesday, July 24 at 9/8c.
- Episode 5: Thursday, July 25 at 9/8c.
- Episode 6: Sunday, July 28 at 9/8c.
- Episode 7: Wednesday, July 31 at 9/8c.
What is Big Brother 26’s Theme?
Every season of Big Brother has a theme, as well as a twist that may or may not be tied to it. It’s assumed at this stage that Season 26 will continue that trend, but we have no idea or clues at this time as to what the theme will be. Typically, it’s revealed a couple weeks in advance of the new season, while the twist isn’t really known until the premiere and sometimes not even then. We will keep our eyes peeled for more information as it comes!
As mentioned, Big Brother will premiere on CBS across two nights beginning on Wednesday, July 17th at 9:00 p.m. ET. Many of us at CinemaBlend are ready for the wild ride to kick off, and hoping this season will be as fun as many of the recent ones.
What do we know about the Big Brother 26 Cast?
Typically Big Brother likes to keep an air of mystery around the cast planned for an upcoming season, but we got a big reveal pretty early on. While audiences are always encouraged to “expect the unexpected,” it looks like viewers were thrown a bone in learning that Season 26 will feature an all-new cast of Houseguests. That means a fresh group of faces, but does that mean the upcoming season will be devoid of familiarity?
I would imagine not, considering previous cast members are welcomed back to Big Brother to host competitions, introduce twists, or be a part of skits. I would imagine, though, with the acclaim of Big Brother: Reindeer Games, producers decided it was best to save the cast reunions to the spinoff. Nothing wrong with more content in a year if you’re a fan!
Who is Hosting Big Brother 26?
Since the beginning of Big Brother, there has been only one host for the CBS reality series. Though viewers initially mocked her with the nickname “Chenbot,” Julie Chen Moonves ultimately won over the viewers and remains the host of the series to this day. She has already indicated she’ll be back for Season 26, so anyone worrying about that needn’t worry anymore.
Not only is Chen Moonves returning, but she’s said in past interviews that she’ll continue to be host for as long as she possibly can. Until she is physically unable to continue doing the show or if the series is canceled, we’re going to see her continue to come back season after season to host Big Brother. She’s like what Jeff Probst is to Survivor, so I do appreciate that she’s committed to sticking around for the long haul.
Where can viewers watch Big Brother 26 Live Feeds from?
By now, live feed veterans should know they can use a Paramount+ subscription to watch the live-feeds, but it’s not the only option available anymore. CBS has added an option to watch the live-feeds via Pluto TV, which is absolutely free. The catch is that there are ad breaks slotted in, but if someone is ok with that then they can enjoy the feeds to their heart’s content without shelling out money.
While the live feeds could use some changes to modernize the experience, it’s still the best and only way to see what Houseguests do all day in the Big Brother house. For those who have yet to try watching them, CinemaBlend has a handy guide of live feed tips for beginners who want to get the most out of the experience.
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