Survivor: Cook Islands - Thursday, December 04th 2008
Cook Islands Cast Sekou Billy Cao Boi Cecilia Jessica Jenny Rebecca Brad Stephannie Cristina J.P. Adam Candice Parvati Jonathan Nathan Becky Oscar Sundra Yul

Survivor: Cook Island Episode Guide


  The Finale

This Tribe Will Self-Destruct in 5, 4, 3..

As the number of remaining tribemates dwindle down, one alliance is forced to think about turning on each other. Will this strong alliance finally crumble?

At the Immunity Challenge, the Survivors must complete an obstacle course that ends with the most difficult puzzle in Survivor history. Who will capture this all important victory for a spot in the final four?

Endurance is a key factor in the final challenge for Immunity. Who will be the last one standing to secure a chance at $1,000,000?

The final Survivors battle it out to convince the jury that they are the most deserving of the $1,000,000 prize. Who will walk away with the money and the title of Sole Survivor?

Airdate: Sunday December 17th
Runtime: 180 mins.

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  Episode Thirteen

I Have the Advantage ... For Once

Two outsiders vote to fight to stay alive, knowing they will have to win challenges and manipulate players to stay in the game. Will they be successful in turning the tides?

The Reward Challenge forces Survivors to get dirty in exchange for a little pampering.

Relaxing time at the Reward allows on Survivor to talk strategy with an enemy. Can this outsider plant a seed that could turn the game around?

Concerned about their ally's strength, two tribemates talk about breaking up their alliance sooner than discussed.

One Survivor is caught trying to manipulate a member of the opposing alliance before Tribal Council. Could this be the end for the shrewd Survivor?

Airdate: Thursday December 14th
Runtime: 60 mins.

  Episode Twelve

Arranging a Hit

One survivor is seriously hurt when they slice their finger with a machate, forcing the medical team to arrive at camp. How will this injury affect their position in the game ?

One alliance devises a plan to hide food from their competing tribe members in an effort to make them hungry and weak. Will they succeed in breaking down their fellow tribemates ?

At the Reward Challenge, suprise guests arrive to help the survivors compete for the oppurtunity to take part in a local ceremony and feast.

At an immunity challenge, balance and agility are assets. Who can maneuver their way to victory ?

Airdate: Thursday December 7th
Runtime: 60 mins.

  Episode Eleven

You're a Rat!

One tribe member is berated for their vote at the last Tribal Council, causing others to plot this Survivor’s exit from the game. Can this Survivor save themselves from elimination?

At the Reward Challenge, the Survivors are left stunned when one of them reveals some shocking news to the group.

The Immunity Challenge tests the Survivors’ recollection of the past thirty days of the game. Which Survivor’s memory will serve them well and keep them safe for another week?

At Exile Island, one tribe member’s spirit takes a beating. How will their seclusion from the tribe affect their morale?

Emotions run high when one alliance decides to eat dinner alone without including the other tribemates. Will this behavior work in their favor or make them bigger targets?

CBS Press Release

Jonathan is on the Hot Seat Tomorrow on Survivor: Cook Islands 11/29/06

EIGHT CASTAWAYS ARE LEFT, ON "SURVIVOR: COOK ISLANDS," THURSDAY, NOV. 30, 8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT

You're A Rat" -- With only eight castaways left, Jonathan is in the hot seat with certain tribe members after turning on his former alliance, on SURVIVOR: COOK ISLANDS, Thursday, Nov. 30 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.

Jonathan is berated by Parvati, Candice and Adam for turning on their Rarotonga alliance. With nothing left to lose, the three of them try to convince the Aitutaki alliance (Ozzy, Yul, Sundra, Becky ) that he cannot be trusted. At the Reward Challenge, the castaways are left stunned when one of them reveals some shocking news to the group.

Back at camp, emotions run high when the Aitutaki alliance exclude Parvati, Candice and Adam from dinner. The Immunity Challenge tests the survivors' recollection of the past 30 days of the game. Which castaway's memory will serve them well and keep them safe for another week? At Exile Island, one tribe member's spirit takes a beating. How will their seclusion from the tribe affect their morale?

And, the 13th castaway is voted out of the tribe.

Airdate: Thursday November 30th
Runtime: 60 mins.

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  Episode Ten

Why Would You Trust Me?

One survivor's leadership style quickly begins to annoy their fellow tribemates, who would rather work at their own pace. This Survivor knows their team must work if they want to win the Immunity Challenge. Will they be able to motivate their tribe or will their pushy ways put them in jeopardy?

When another shocking surprise is revealed to the Survivors, the lines are quickly drawn between tribemates. Will the Survivors stay true to their alliances or will this news stir up the game?

Yul reveals his possession of the hidden Immunity Idol to a few select tribemates. How will this information affect his position around camp?

One Survivor considers betraying their alliance at Tribal Council and voting out an ally, a decision that will cause drama back at camp. Which way will they vote?

CBS Press Release

The Tribes Merge on This Week's Episode of Survivor: Cook Islands

THE TRIBES MERGE AND YUL ATTEMPTS TO CHANGE THE COURSE OF THE GAME, ON "SURVIVOR: COOK ISLANDS," THURSDAY.

"Why Would You Trust Me?" -- The tribes merge and Yul attempts to change the course of the game, on SURVIVOR: COOK ISLANDS, Thursday, Nov. 23 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.

When the Rarotonga tribe of five merge with the Aitutaki tribe of four, Yul realizes he needs to sway one of the old Rarotonga tribe members to join his underdog Aitutaki alliance and decides to reveals his possession of the hidden Immunity Idol to a few select tribe mates. Will the castaways stay true to their alliances or will this news stir up the game? One castaway considers betraying their alliance at Tribal Council, but worries that this decision will cause drama back at camp. And, the 12th castaway is voted out of the tribe.

Airdate: Thursday November 23rd
Runtime: 60 mins.

  Episode Nine

People That Like You Want to See You Suffer

One survivor hopes that their efforts to provide for their tribe will protect them from elimination, despite being low on the totem pole.

A festive prize is up for grabs at the Reward Challenge. Will on tribe’s bickering and inability to work together cost them the Reward or can they pull it together to win big?

Emotions run high as one survivor is betrayed by friend and unanimously banished to Exile Island.

One tribe worries that another member has mentally checked out of the game. Will their lack of enthusiasm put them on the chopping block?

Airdate: Thursday November 16th
Runtime: 60 mins.

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  Episode Eight

Mutiny

A major twist at the Reward Challenge results in the betrayal and leaves one tribe stunned. How will this turn of events affect the Survivors' morale?

Banished to Exile Island, one Survivor worries about being away from the tribe at a critical bonding time.

One Survivor desperately tries to fit in with their tribe, but suddenly finds they're on the outside.

One tribe bonds over sharing mementos from home while the other struggles to find comon ground.

Airdate: Thursday November 9th
Runtime: 60 mins.

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  Episode Seven

Why Aren't You Swimming?

At an extremely physical Reward Challenge, a Survivor collapses out of exhaustion, leaving the burden of completing the challenge to thier other tribemates.

One Survivor confronts another about their choice to sit out of the physical portion of the Reward Challenge, blaming the loss on them. How will this desicion affect their position in the game?

With little shelter available, a raging storm makes one Survivor's trip to Exile Island a nightmare.

One Survivor brings a seabird back to camp after having caught it with their bare hands. Can they convince their fellow tribe members that their strength around camp is an asset or will they quickly make themselves a target?

CBS Press Release

One Castaway Collapses After a Challenge This Week on Survivor: Cook Islands 10/31/06

ONE CASTAWAY COLLAPSES AT THE REWARD CHALLENGE ON "SURVIVOR: COOK ISLANDS," THURSDAY, NOV. 2

"Why Aren't You Swimming?" -- One castaway collapses at the Reward Challenge, on SURVIVOR: COOK ISLANDS, Thursday, Nov. 2 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

At an extremely physical Reward Challenge, one castaway collapses from exhaustion, leaving the burden of completing the challenge to their other tribe mates. When one survivor chooses to sit out the physical portion of the Reward Challenge, the rest of the tribe becomes resentful of this person after their loss. With little shelter available, a raging storm makes one castaway's trip to Exile Island a nightmare. And, the eighth castaway is voted off the island.

Airdate: Thursday November 2nd
Runtime: 60 mins.

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  Recap/Highlight Episode

A Closer Look

The first fifteen days are revisited next week on Survivor Cook Islands.

Thursday October 26th Survivor takes a look back at the first fifteen days in the Cook Islands featuring never before seen footage. Loads of new footage include a scene where Candice and Adam go on a boat trip only to encounter a storm that leaves them cold and shivering and stranded on a sandbar. Another new scene involves Yul who, after discovering the Immunity Idol on Exile Island, decides to cover the evidence by taking the small box that once held his prize, wrapping it in coconut husks and setting it adrift.

During their individual time on Exile Island, Jonathan, Adam and Candice search in vain for the Immunity Idol. In addition, the Raro tribe enjoys their wine reward around a campfire and the normally soft-spoken Stephannie becomes deliriously drunk and nearly passes out.

Airdate: Thursday October 26th
Runtime: 60 mins.

  Episode Six

Plan Voodoo

One Survivor proposes "Plan Voodoo," a plan to expose the hidden immunity idol if it's been found. Will they be able to convinvce their follow Survivors to go along with the idea or will this plan backfire on the creator?

Tension is in the air after members of Raro admit they have major problems with one of their tribe members. Has this Survivor already dug their own grave or will they be able to win back over their tribemates?

One tribe member tries to prove their strenght and value during the challenge to win back over their tribe members. Will the castaway succeed in swaying the vote, or is it too late for redemption?

One Survivor continues to be the main provider in hopes of securing their position in the tribe. Will these efforts work or are they just setting themselves up as a threat in the game?

Win or Lose both tribes will vote someone out

CBS Press Release

"Plan Voodoo" – Win or lose, both tribes must vote one of their own off the island, on SURVIVOR: COOK ISLANDS, Thursday, Oct. 19 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.

After a feast is put on the line for reward, the castaways are left in shock when host Jeff Probst tells both tribes they’ll be going to Tribal Council that night.

Cristina feels alienated from her tribe after Adam says she is annoying.

Meanwhile, one survivor proposes a plan that may expose the hidden Immunity Idol. Will others follow along or will “Plan Voodoo” backfire on the instigator?

One tribe member finds it hard to play the game with integrity and honesty and battles with their guilt.

And, the sixth and seventh castaways are voted off the island.

Airdate: Thursday October 19th
Runtime: 60 mins.

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  Episode Five

Don't Cry Over Spilled Octopus

The Raro Men decide to prove their worth around camp by gathering a ton of wood and food. Will this be enough to keep the women happy or will the men be in danger?

While exploring the area, members of Aitu unknowingly lands at Raro's camp. The awkward encounter becomes even worse when Cao Boi talks non-stop and asks if he can take some of their supplies.

Cao Boi becomes frustrated with Candice, Becky and Sundra as they laze around and do nothing at camp.

Adam catches a large octopus, but Cristina, whose attitude is already annoying her tribe, accidentally lets the octopus escape while rinsing it off. Will this incident put her in further jeopardy or will she be able to win her tribe back over?

CBS Press Release

One Tribe Visits the Other's Camp on the Next Survivor: Cook Islands 10/11/06

ONE TRIBE MAKES AN UNEXPECTED VISIT TO THE OTHER TRIBE'S CAMP, ON "SURVIVOR: COOK ISLANDS," THURSDAY, OCT. 12

"Don't Cry Over Spilled Octopus" -- One tribe finds its way to the other tribe's island, on SURVIVOR: COOK ISLANDS, Thursday, Oct. 12 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

While exploring the islands around their camp, some Aitu tribe members unknowingly land on Raro's island and walk into their camp. The awkward encounter makes the Raro tribe testy when one Aitu tribe member asks for some of Raro's coconuts and spices.

Adam catches a large octopus, but Christina, whose bossy attitude is already annoying her tribe, accidentally lets the octopus escape while rinsing it off in the ocean. Trust and individual work ethic becomes a big issue with both tribes. As the Raro tribe continues to be split by gender, will the men of the tribe prove their worth or will they be picked off one by one?

And, the fifth castaway is voted off the island.

Airdate: Thursday October 12th
Runtime: 60 mins.

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  Episode Four

Ruling the Roost

Feeling vulnerable, Ozzy proves his worth by catching a feast of fish. As the only member left from his original tribe, will this be enough to keep him safe?

One tribe finds itself divided: men against women. Can they find a way to pull together and work as a team or will this division be their downfall?

When Candice returns from Exile Island and is questioned about why she thinks she was sent away, she plays dumb and avoids discussing her ties to the other tribe. Will her tribe's growing suspicions put her in jeopardy or has she talked her way out of trouble?

J.P.'s dominance and controlling demeanor around camp angers some of the women in his tribe. Will this behavior put a target on his back?

CBS Press Release

One Tribe Finds Itself Divided by Gender Next Week on Survivor: Cook Islands 9/30/06

ONE TRIBE FINDS ITSELF DIVIDED BY GENDER, ON "SURVIVOR: COOK ISLANDS," THURSDAY, OCT. 5

"Ruling The Roost" -- One tribe finds itself divided by gender, on SURVIVOR: COOK ISLANDS, Thursday, Oct. 5 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

Can the men and women of this tribe find a way to pull it together and work as a team, or will this division be their downfall? When Candice returns from Exile Island, her tribemates want to know why she thinks the other tribe decided to send her, thus keeping her safe from Tribal Council. In a tactical move, she plays dumb and avoids discussing her ties to the other tribe. J.P.'s dominance and controlling demeanor around camp anger some of the women in his tribe. Will this behavior put a target on his back? As the only member left from his original tribe, Ozzy proves his worth by catching a feast of fish, but will this be enough to keep him in the game? And, the fourth castaway is voted off the island.

Airdate: Thursday October 5th
Runtime: 60 mins.

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  Episode Three

Flirting and Frustration

After sizing up her tribe, a giddy and flirtatious Parvati starts using the only strategy she knows: to manipulate the men and draw them into her web.

Jonathan quickly grows frustrated with Jessica as he tries to talk strategy with her.

Nate shocks everyone, including himself, when he scores big spear fishing and brings back enough food for the entire tribe.

An unexpected twist shocks the Survivors. Will newly formed alliances stay strong or will they crumble?

CBS Press Release

AN UNEXPECTED TWIST CHALLENGES EACH CASTAWAY'S COMMITMENT TO CURRENT ALLIANCES, ON "SURVIVOR: COOK ISLANDS," THURSDAY, SEPT. 28

"Flirting and Frustration" -- An unexpected twist sends the castaways scrambling for new alliances, on SURVIVOR: COOK ISLANDS, Thursday, Sept. 28 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

Having sized up her tribe, a giddy and flirtatious Parvati starts using the only strategy she knows to manipulate the men and draw them into her "web." Jonathan quickly grows frustrated with Jessica when he tries to talk strategy and she seemingly wants nothing to do with "playing the game." Nate shocks himself when he scores big while spear fishing and brings back enough food for the entire tribe. And, the third castaway is voted off the island.

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Airdate: Thursday September 28th
Runtime: 60 mins.

  Episode Two

Dire Straights and Dead Weight

Thursday teammates turn on each other.
Cultural similarities could have brought them together, but will it tear them apart?
Cao Bui's jokes get no laughs.
Billy's slacking drives Aitu to drastic measures.

CBS Press Release

Dehydration Threatens the Health of A Tribe on the Next Survivor: Cook Islands, Thursday, Sept. 21

"Dire Straights and Dead Weight" -- It's dire straights for one tribe when a lack of fire leads to serious dehydration, on SURVIVOR: COOK ISLANDS, Thursday, Sept. 21 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.

At the Aitutaki camp, Billy quickly becomes a deficit to his tribe and his tribe mates become conflicted over what to do. Do they push to win the challenge and keep their tribe intact or throw it so they can vote Billy out? After just a short time in the Cook Islands, one castaway is already claiming their affections toward another. Love is in the air…or is it? Tension mounts between Jonathan and Adam when Adam refuses to waste his energy on what he sees as a "stupid" task. Members of Puka Puka become increasingly annoyed with some of Cao Boi's comments.

Airdate: Thursday September 21st
Runtime: 60 mins.

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  Episode One

I can Forgive Her, but I Don't Have to Because She Screwed with My Chickens

The 13th edition of the reality series strands 20 people on the Cook Islands in the Pacific to vie for the $1 million grand prize. Initially, the castaways are divided into four ethnically diverse groups (African-American, Asian-American, Hispanic and White). Jeff Probst Hosts.

Airdate: Thursday September 14th
Runtime: 60 mins.

race 20 new Castaways, 4 tribes divided by race!

Stranded on the Cook Islands in the heart of the South Pacific, 20 strangers, 4 tribes divided by race must come together to live and compete for the million-dollar prize. Who will outwit, outplay, and outlast all others? Don't miss a single episode of Survivor: Cook Islands, premiering Thursday, September 14 at 8 pm ET/PT, only on CBS.