Big Brother (CBS) is one of the longest-running reality competition series in the U.S., now streaming its 27th season. Premiering in 2000, the show has captivated audiences with its high-stakes social gameplay, elaborate twists, and unscripted drama.WikipediaCBS
Format & Gameplay
Houseguests—typically 12–17 contestants—live together in a locked-down house filled with 24/7 surveillance via dozens of cameras and microphones. Each week, gameplay unfolds in several key stages:
- Head of Household (HoH): Winner of a challenge becomes HoH and nominates two houseguests for eviction.
- Power of Veto (PoV): Competitors can win PoV to remove a nominee from the block, forcing HoH to replace them.
- Eviction: Houseguests vote to evict one nominee, with the last person standing winning the game.Big Brother WikiReddit
Season 27 – “Hotel Mystère” Theme
Season 27, dubbed “A Summer of Mystery,” premiered July 10, 2025, and adopts a murder-mystery hotel theme, adding secret passageways, a mystery houseguest, and the return of the “BB Block Buster” twist.Wikipedia New episodes air on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 8/7c, with the companion show Big Brother: Unlocked airing bi-weekly.CinemablendWikipediaCBS
How to Watch & Stream
- Live Broadcast: CBS airs new episodes each week.CBSWikipedia
- Streaming Platforms: Paramount+ and CBS On Demand offer full episodes, and live 24/7 feeds are available on both Paramount+ and Pluto TV.CinemablendTom’s GuideWikipediaCBS
- International Access: In Canada, watch on Global TV. Viewers outside North America can use a VPN to access U.S. streams.CinemablendTom’s Guide
News Highlights from Season 27
- Controversial Eviction: Fan-favorite Rachel Reilly was eliminated via a surprise “safety chain” twist during a livestream blackout, stirring backlash over its fairness.The SunIndiatimes
- Host Commentary: Julie Chen Moonves addressed a “hugmance” between Vince and Morgan and criticized strategic confrontations within the house.EW.com