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How long is Big Brother tonight? Sunday’s episode on Aug. 30 will run for one hour, but viewers should expect a later-than-usual start because CBS is airing a special tribute to Dolly Parton first.
The Season 28 houseguests are also facing one of the most unusual developments of the summer. After the show celebrated its milestone 1,000th episode, the remaining players were sent into a medieval-themed twist that could rapidly change the game.
How Long Is Big Brother Tonight?
“Big Brother” starts at 8 p.m. Central time on Sunday, Aug. 30. The episode is scheduled to end at 9 p.m. Central, keeping the regular one-hour length for Sunday installments.
The delayed start is connected to CBS’ programming tribute for Parton. “Remembering Dolly: A Rhinestone Life” airs at 7 p.m., taking over the time slot normally associated with “Big Brother.” Parton died at age 80 on Tuesday, Aug. 25, after a brief battle with cancer, according to the source report.
Powerful CBS Schedule for Sunday Night
- 6 p.m.: 60 Minutes
- 7 p.m.: Remembering Dolly: A Rhinestone Life
- 8 p.m.: Big Brother
- 9:01 p.m.: Marshals
- 10 p.m.: Local news
All times are listed in Central time. Viewers in other time zones should check their local CBS listings because network schedules can vary.
What Happens During the Big Brother Episode?
The episode begins with the fallout from Mallory Aurichio’s eviction during Thursday’s live show. From there, the houseguests move into the medieval twist, which is expected to occupy much of the broadcast.
The twist initially involved 10 houseguests and reduced the group to nine in a single night. Unlike a traditional “Big Brother” cycle, the players did not have an HOH competition, a Power of Veto ceremony or a BB Blockbuster challenge to determine the outcome.
Fans who stayed away from the live feeds may want to be cautious online. The feeds returned earlier than expected Saturday evening, giving some viewers access to developments before the Sunday episode aired.
Big Brother Spoilers: What Fans Know
Spoilers are ahead for viewers who have not followed the live feeds or the latest updates.
- Haley Thogmartin was eliminated during the medieval twist.
- Drew Campbell won the next Head of Household competition, marking his first HOH victory of the season.
- Drew initially nominated Lala, Taylor and Yash.
- The Power of Veto competitors included Drew, Lala, Taylor, Yash, Melody and Dee.
- Yash Patel won the Power of Veto.
Those developments could create a tense week inside the house, particularly with Drew controlling nominations and Yash holding the veto. The episode should show how the medieval twist reshaped the cast before the game returned to its more familiar format.
Where to Watch Big Brother Tonight
“Big Brother” airs on CBS and is available to stream on Paramount Plus. A premium Paramount Plus plan is required to watch episodes through the streaming service. The listed price is $13.99 per month, although subscription pricing and availability can change.
For viewers watching live, the best option is to tune in at 8 p.m. Central rather than the show’s more familiar earlier time. The Dolly Parton tribute is the reason for the schedule shift, so fans should avoid assuming that the episode will begin at its regular hour.
Who Remains in the Big Brother House?
The current Season 28 houseguests include Angela Murray, Barrett Pfeiffer, Dee Valladares, Drew Campbell, LaTrice Verrett, Melody Morris, Rick Devens, Taylor Brown and Yash Patel.
Several notable players have already left the competition. Evicted houseguests include Haley Thogmartin, Mallory Aurichio, Kamuela “Kamu” Kirk, Chuk Anyanwu, Lyric Medeiros, Jason De Puy, Rome Seymour and Ashley Trail.
With the medieval twist claiming another player and Drew holding the HOH power, the remaining cast faces a critical point in the season. Sunday’s one-hour episode will reveal how the surprise format affected the house and what comes next for the nine remaining contestants.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Big Brother tonight?
The Sunday, Aug. 30 episode runs for one hour, from 8 to 9 p.m. Central time.
Why does Big Brother start late?
CBS is airing “Remembering Dolly: A Rhinestone Life” at 7 p.m. before “Big Brother,” pushing the reality show to 8 p.m. Central.
Where can viewers watch Big Brother?
Viewers can watch the episode on CBS or stream it on Paramount Plus with a premium plan.
What happened during the medieval twist?
Haley Thogmartin was eliminated during the twist, which reduced the number of houseguests without a standard HOH, veto or BB Blockbuster competition.
Who is the current Head of Household?
Drew Campbell is the current Head of Household. Yash Patel won the Power of Veto in the latest round.
