Survivor might have one of the biggest fanbases of any show, and it's likely because there's been 40 whole seasons with new and old players, and this fandom is always debating the best of the best and the worst of the worst. From new twists, themes and castaways to blindsides, winners, and idols, there's a lot to discuss about this show.
For die-hard fans, Reddit is definitely a great place to see what other fans are thinking and to throw their own hat in the ring and stand by their most passionate opinions. For the real fans of this great competition show, there are some threads that might be more entertaining than others, and some that only true lovers of this show can dive deep into.
New Survivor Themes
There have been 40 seasons of this show, which is certainly a lot. Some themes have really knocked it out of the park and have been repeated, while others may have fallen a bit flat with the fanbase. With more seasons to come, there's bound to be new ideas.
So, what new ideas do fans have for themes? This thread has a bunch of innovative ideas, including 'Born After Borneo', 'Head vs. Heart vs. Gut', 'City vs. Farm Folk', and more. There's a lot of creative themes to take a look at.
Controversial Players That Fans Actually Liked
Across the seasons, there have been many players that might do some manipulative, highly debated, or controversial things. However, some of these controversial players might actually have quite the fanbase.
From silent heroes like Ozzy Lusth, villains like Johnny Fairplay, or fiery bombshells like Abi-Maria, all of these players have deemed controversial and a bit on the non-traditional side. So for fans who might like this kind of player, this is the thread for them.
Heroes & Villains At Hogwarts
Harry Potter has its own huge and die-hard fandom, and lovers of this movie franchise definitely like to see what characters or reality players from television series would fit into which house at Hogwarts.
This thread takes the heroes and villains of the series, and pretends the tribes are actually Hogwarts houses. There is debate, passion, and some iconic players in the mix of this thread. With Colby as a Gryffindor, Cirie as a Ravenclaw, JT as a Hufflepuff, and Parvati as a Slytherin, which tribe would come out on top?
Which Players Could Win In A Replay
On a competition series like Survivor, it really only takes one bad move or poor decision to lose it all and get their torch snuffed. This enrages fans when their favorite goes home, and it also leads to a lot of 'what ifs'. Players return a lot for another try, but they can't redo the same season.
So, if a certain player replayed the exact same season, would they win? This thread tackles that question with a bunch of fan favorites, including Jay from 'Millennials vs. Gen X', Spencer on 'Cambodia', and Parvati in 'Heroes vs. Villains'. It's time to be part of the debate!
Jeff Probst & His Favorite Winners
There really isn't this show without Jeff Probst, and he's actually pretty open about which winning castaways played the best and were his favorite. In an interview, he revealed his ten favorite winners of the game - and Reddit took to having a debate about his choices.
From Sandra to Parvati to Cochran, fans are on the fence about his decisions, and they're throwing up their own choices and saying which ones they do actually agree with. It's time to agree or disagree with Jeff Probst.
The Best Valentine's Date
With so many recurring and lovable players, fans have really become true supporters of their favorites, and would definitely be friends with or try and stir up a romance with them. Of all the players, who would fans pick to take out for Valentine's Day?
Most fans are choosing fun, beautiful and intelligent players like Andrea Boehlke, Parvati Shallow, and Michele Fitzgerald. Others are definitely siding with heartthrobs Alec Merlino, Ozzy Lusth, or Malcolm Freberg.
Rob Mariano - Love Him Or Hate Him?
Boston Rob is literally known as the 'godfather' of Survivor, and has been widely considered the best player to ever hit the beach. With four seasons as a contestant and one as a mentor, there's a lot to debate, study, and consider when it comes to Rob Mariano.
Of course, not every fan of the show is a fan of Boston Rob, despite his accomplishments on the series. So what are fans' thoughts on Boston Rob? It's time to dive into this Reddit thread and find out - and add to the ongoing conversation.
The Worst Winners Of All Time
With 40 seasons, 40 castaways have been named the Sole Survivor. However, with a game that's constantly changing and with the jury holding all the power, sometimes the winner isn't always the most deserving in the eyes of fans.
So out of all the crowned winners, which ones are the worst and least deserving? From Chris Underwood to Jud "Fabio" Birza to Natalie White, fans are definitely not afraid to say who they think should have lost. Plus, only true fans can stand by their opinion on this highly debated topic.
The Best & Underrated Blindsides
This show is absolutely bursting with blindsides, and it's one of the most riveting and entertaining parts of the show. However, there are some that fans definitely didn't see coming - and some that shocked everyone.
There are some pretty notable and iconic ones, but this thread is diving deep and taking a look at the most underrated but absolutely remarkable blindsides of the series. From Cirie Fields' boot in 'Heroes vs. Villains' to an alliance crumbling with Edgardo Rivera's blindside in 'Fiji', this thread is a great refresher for some fun moments on the show.
The Best Player To Never Win
There are many players who might just be the best of the best, but sadly, their luck just couldn't last to earn them the title of Sole Survivor. One of the biggest debates in this fandom is exactly that: who is the best player to never win?
This thread has hundreds of comments, and there are some deeply passionate fans with a lot of opinions. What's even better, though, is the OP of this one actually tallied up everyone's votes. With Cirie Fields and Domenick Abbate coming out on top, fans should dive in to see who else made the list.