12 Best Shows Like Survivor to Watch Next (2026)
Find reality competitions and survival shows like Survivor, from Alone and Outlast to Big Brother, Squid Game: The Challenge, and more tense picks.
If you’re searching for movies like Survivor, you probably want competition, strategy, and a real test of endurance rather than a simple watch list. This page pulls together reality competitions and survival-heavy titles such as Outlast, Naked and Afraid XL, Alone, and Deal or No Deal Island. You’ll also find social-strategy picks like Big Brother, Squid Game: The Challenge, and Surviving Paradise for a different kind of pressure-cooker viewing. Whether you want wilderness survival, alliance-building, or team challenges on a remote island, the titles here cover a wide range of high-stakes formats.
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Outlast: The Jungle
adventure · game-show · reality-tv
On a remote tropical island, 16 players must survive the elements, outmaneuver rivals and remain part of a team for a chance to win a $1 million prize.
Why watch: If you enjoy island-based competition with survival pressure, this is an easy fit. The setup combines a remote tropical location, teamwork, and a big cash prize.
Directed by Mike OdairCast Andrew MorgadoNetflixMore details on IMDb → -
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Big Brother
reality-tv
American version of the reality game show which follows a group of HouseGuests living together 24 hours a day in the "Big Brother" house, isolated from the outside world but under constant surveillance with no privacy for three months.
Why watch: If you like the social side of competition, this works well because players are isolated together under constant surveillance. It’s a better pick if you want strategy and living-together tension more than outdoor survival.
Directed by Mark W. Roden, Quinn Saunders, Anthony Gonzales, Philip Abatecola, Brian SmithCast Clayton Halsey, Phil Proctor, Elise Dubois, Christopher DeJoseph, Roman ItkinParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Battle Camp
game-show · reality-tv
Netflix reality stars duke it out in hair-raising physical challenges and scheme to avoid elimination to win $250K in this adventurous competition show.
Why watch: If you enjoy reality stars facing elimination through physical challenges, this should click right away. The game-show and reality-tv blend makes it a strong match for competitive viewing.
Cast Taylor Lewan, Avori Henderson, Georgia Hassarati, Gio Helou, Louis RussellNetflixMore details on IMDb → -
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Deal or No Deal Island
game-show · reality-tv
A group of 13 contestants compete in dangerous games on a private island for a cash prize in an intense season-long reality competition overseen by an enigmatic Banker.
Why watch: If you want a season-long contest on a private island, this one brings that format clearly. The dangerous games and mysterious Banker give it a different angle while keeping the stakes high.
Directed by Joe GuidryCast Joe Manganiello, Ben Crofchick, Kamari Love, Rob Mariano, David GenatPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Outlast
adventure · game-show · reality-tv
In the extreme Alaskan wild, 16 survivalists compete for a chance to win a massive cash prize — but these lone wolves must be part of a team to win.
Why watch: If wilderness endurance is the part you like most, this is a solid match. The Alaskan setting and teamwork requirement make it especially appealing for survival-focused viewers.
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Surviving Paradise
game-show · reality-tv
In this reality competition, players must form alliances and fight to move from an outdoor camp into a luxurious villa for a shot at a $100.000 cash prize.
Why watch: If you enjoy alliance-building and a climb from rough conditions to something more comfortable, this may suit you well. The outdoor-camp-to-villa setup gives the competition a clear social twist.
Cast Jessimae PelusoNetflixMore details on IMDb → -
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Alone: The Beast
reality tv
Three strangers attempt to endure 30 days in a remote wilderness location with no tools or modern amenities; faced with extreme challenges, it'll take all their ingenuity and stamina to work together and survive.
Why watch: If you like stripped-down survival competition, this one keeps things very simple. Three strangers, a remote wilderness, and no tools make it a good choice for viewers who prefer resourcefulness over flashy format.
Directed by Pete DeLashoCast Rick RoblesHuluMore details on IMDb → -
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Alone Australia
game-show · reality-tv
Ten Australians are dropped off alone in separate areas of the Tasmanian wilderness where they must deal with the forces of nature, hunger, and loneliness.
Why watch: If you want a survival series that leans into loneliness and harsh conditions, this is worth a look. Dropping contestants into separate areas of the Tasmanian wilderness gives it a very isolated feel.
Cast Michael WallaceNetflixHuluTubiMore details on IMDb → -
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Alone
documentary · game-show · reality-tv
Hardcore survivalists are put by themselves in the Vancouver Island wilderness, without camera crews, teams, or producers – on a single mission to stay alive for as long as possible.
Why watch: If you’re drawn to hardcore survivalists and a longer endurance challenge, this is one of the strongest matches here. The solo wilderness premise should appeal to anyone who wants a more demanding survival format.
Directed by Jeff KayCast Dan, Kiran, Kevin BurkhardtNetflixAmazon Prime VideoHuluTubiMore details on IMDb → -
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Squid Game: The Challenge
3 Emmy nominations
game-show · reality-tv
In this reality competition show inspired by "Squid Game," 456 players put their skills to the ultimate test for a life-changing $4.56 million prize.
Why watch: If you prefer a large-player reality competition with a familiar pop-culture hook, this may interest you. The appeal is the huge field of contestants and the life-changing prize at the center of the game.
Directed by Gareth Birkett, Diccon Ramsay, Liz Oakes, Ruaridh Connellan, Sev DeMyersCast Jennie Kwan, Nick Martineau, Jermaine Young, Lewis Clay, Kyle PeavleyNetflixMore details on IMDb → -
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Inside: USA
comedy · game-show · reality-tv
Content creators scheme, sabotage and spend in wild challenges to win up to $1M in the first US series from British YouTube collective the Sidemen.
Why watch: If you like scheming, sabotage, and challenge-based competition, this is a good modern option. The creators-versus-the-game setup makes it feel playful while still keeping the stakes high.
Directed by Jas Marva, Anna Sirius, Ravinder Kumar, Joe TattersallCast Fanum, Valkyrae, Max Fosh, Mark Estes, Aisha MianNetflixMore details on IMDb → -
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Naked and Afraid XL
1 Emmy nomination
adventure · game-show · reality-tv
A group of amateur survivalists are put to the ultimate test in the wild for 40 days with nothing but a few primitive tools. No food. No clothing. No water. They must hunt and gather whatever they need until extraction day.
Why watch: If you want one of the most intense survival contests on this list, this is a strong pick. The no-food, no-clothing, no-water setup is aimed at viewers who want a very raw wilderness challenge.
Cast Michael BrownHuluMore details on IMDb →
Wrapping Up
This list is built for viewers who want the same mix of competition, elimination, and survival pressure that makes this kind of TV so addictive. From remote-wilderness series like Alone and Alone Australia to island competitions such as Outlast: The Jungle and Deal or No Deal Island, there’s plenty here to match your mood. Bookmark this page and come back when you want another round of tense, game-driven viewing. It’s updated regularly so you can keep discovering fresh picks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes these shows similar to Survivor?
These picks were matched by tone, themes, and story style using a similarity model trained on plot synopses, genres, and cast — not just shared genre tags — so the connection runs deeper than a simple category match.