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Big Brother: Season 16

40 episodes Premiered Jun 25, 2014 Updated Sep 25, 2026

This season's twist brings about the Battle of Block - two HOHs, 4 nominations, and the chance of an HOH being evicted. Big Brother 16 brings about the beginning of the HD era with brand new cameras and more mics than ever.

Previously on Big Brother

Season 16 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Big Brother Season 15.
  • ⚡ Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
  • ⚡ Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
  • ⚡ Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.

Season overview

This season's twist brings about the Battle of Block - two HOHs, 4 nominations, and the chance of an HOH being evicted.

Big Brother 16 brings about the beginning of the HD era with brand new cameras and more mics than ever.

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Season 16 Episodes

Episode Guide

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Season 16: Filler vs. Essential Canon

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Mytharc (5): Crucial lore & season climaxes
Core (35): Character development & subplots
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S16·E1 Mytharc

Episode 1

Jun 25, 2014 · 45 min

This season promises to be the most twisted summer ever as 16 new Houseguests move into the Big Brother house to compete for $500,000.

S16·E2 Mytharc

Episode 2

Jun 26, 2014 · 45 min

Eight new Houseguests join the battle for $500,000, a second HoH is chosen, and Julie reveals the first member of Team America.

S16·E3 Core

Episode 3

Jun 29, 2014 · 45 min

Frankie and Caleb must decide which four houseguests to nominate for eviction. Plus, only one pair of nominees will be saved in the first ever Battle of the Block competition.

S16·E4 Core

Episode 4

Jul 2, 2014 · 45 min

Devin becomes suspicious of Donny and convinces the Bomb Squad to go after the groundskeeper. Meanwhile, it's the first Power of Veto competition of the summer. Will it be used to

S16·E5 Core

Episode 5

Jul 3, 2014 · 45 min

It's only been one week and twists have sent this game into overdrive! With alliances crumbling almost as fast as they form one thing is certain one Houseguest will be evicted and

S16·E6 Core

Episode 6

Jul 6, 2014 · 45 min

Which two houseguests will Amber and Devon nominate for eviction? Plus, which nominees will be saved in the battle of the block?

S16·E7 Core

Episode 7

Jul 9, 2014 · 45 min

With Amber dethroned as HoH, Devin is left ruler of the house. Plus a Bomb Squad Breakdown leads to a Veto Meeting explosion!

S16·E8 Core

Episode 8

Jul 10, 2014 · 45 min

Watch the repercussions of the Veto meeting. Plus, who will be evicted tonight?

S16·E9 Core

Episode 9

Jul 13, 2014 · 45 min

Nicole and Derrick decide which pairs of houseguests must compete in the Battle of the Block, and the nominees fight to avoid eviction.

S16·E10 Core

Episode 10

Jul 16, 2014 · 45 min

The power of Veto is up for grabs. Will the plan to backdoor Devin succeed?

S16·E11 Core

Episode 11

Jul 17, 2014 · 45 min

Tonight, Devin or Caleb will be evicted from the Big Brother House, and the battle to crown two Heads of Household begins. Plus, Jeff Schroeder visits Donny's family and friends.

S16·E12 Core

Episode 12

Jul 20, 2014 · 45 min

Two new heads of household pit their nominees against each other in the Battle of the Block, and Team America gets a new mission.

S16·E13 Core

Episode 13

Jul 23, 2014 · 45 min

Tonight who will win the power of veto? Plus will head of household make a game changing move?

S16·E14 Core

Episode 14

Jul 24, 2014 · 45 min

A houseguest is evicted after Cody makes a nomination that leaves him torn between his own best interests and those his alliance. A new HOH is crowned.

S16·E15 Core

Episode 15

Jul 27, 2014 · 45 min

Which two houseguests will Zach and Frankie nominate for eviction? Plus, the nominees fight for their lives in the battle of the block!

S16·E16 Core

Episode 16

Jul 30, 2014 · 45 min

Who will win the Power of Veto and will it be used to save one of the nominees? Plus, team America attempts to cause a blow up at the Veto meeting.

S16·E17 Core

Episode 17

Jul 31, 2014 · 45 min

Will Jocasta or Amber be evicted from The Big Brother House? Also, two new HoH's will be crowned!

S16·E18 Core

Episode 18

Aug 3, 2014 · 45 min

Tonight, two new Heads of Household will be crowned. Plus, four Houseguests compete in the most punishing Battle of the Block competition yet.

S16·E19 Core

Episode 19

Aug 6, 2014 · 45 min

Nicole considers a plan to flip the house and backdoor Frankie, while Zach and Jocasta vie for the Power of Veto.

S16·E20 Core

Episode 20

Aug 7, 2014 · 45 min

It's double eviction night as two Houseguests will be evicted by the end of the night. Plus, an evening full of surprises about to shake up the house!

S16·E21 Core

Episode 21

Aug 10, 2014 · 45 min

The fallout from the double eviction blows up the house, and two new Heads of Household have their nominees fight to survive in the most dramatic Battle of the Block yet!

S16·E22 Mytharc

Episode 22

Aug 13, 2014 · 45 min

With the house in turmoil, the veto is more important than ever. Plus, what will the Houseguests think when Frankie reveals all?

S16·E23 Core

Episode 23

Aug 14, 2014 · 45 min

Tonight, either Nicole or Donny will be evicted from the Big Brother house. Plus, Christine, Caleb and Frankie leave the house for an exclusive NFL experience!

S16·E24 Core

Episode 24

Aug 17, 2014 · 45 min

Tonight Derrick and Frankie each nominate 2 people for eviction and the detonators are forced to resort to drastic measures. Plus, it's a fight for survival in the final Battle of

S16·E25 Core

Episode 25

Aug 20, 2014 · 45 min

Will a Detonator become a new target? Plus, Zingbot is back and he brought Kathy Griffin to dish out the zing.

S16·E26 Core

Episode 26

Aug 21, 2014 · 45 min

Either Cody or Zach will be evicted, and the jurors battle to return to the Big Brother game!

S16·E27 Core

Episode 27

Aug 24, 2014 · 45 min

Nicole returns from the Jury House in a game-changing twist, and for the first time this season Houseguests compete to become the sole Head of Household.

S16·E28 Core

Episode 28

Aug 27, 2014 · 45 min

Being on the block for the sixth time, can the Veto King pull off another miracle? Plus, a medical emergency rocks the Big Brother house.

S16·E29 Core

Episode 29

Aug 28, 2014 · 45 min

Will Donny's luck finally run out or will Nicole be evicted for a second time? Plus, the power is once again up for grabs in an epic battle of endurance!

S16·E30 Core

Episode 30

Aug 31, 2014 · 45 min

With only seven houseguests remaining, a slippery and sloppy battle of endurance continues to see who will become the new Head of Household. Plus, see who will become nominated for

S16·E31 Core

Episode 31

Sep 3, 2014 · 45 min

With the odds stacked against her, can Nicole save herself at an explosive Veto competition? Plus, will the Puppet Master convince the Detonators to turn on one of their own?

S16·E32 Core

Episode 32

Sep 4, 2014 · 45 min

It's another double eviction night as either Nicole or Victoria's game come to an end. Plus, a brand new twist will be revealed.

S16·E33 Core

Episode 33

Sep 7, 2014 · 45 min

A new Head of Household is crowned, and two nominees are put on the block. Plus, Big Brother legends Jeff and Jordan return to the house in which their relationship began, Jeff pop

S16·E34 Core

Episode 34

Sep 9, 2014 · 45 min

With Frankie safe, will The Hitmen use the Veto as an opportunity to turn on Beast Mode? And with the countdown looming, will their decisions tonight come back to haunt them when t

S16·E35 Core

Episode 35

Sep 10, 2014 · 45 min

A game-changing twist is revealed, a houseguest will be saved, and the game will be rewound! Also, past Big Brother winner Dan Gheesling guest stars.

S16·E36 Core

Episode 36

Sep 14, 2014 · 45 min

Tonight, with the "Rewind Twist", will winning HoH be deja vu for Frankie or will another houseguest rise to power. Plus, the jurors are back for a little revenge.

S16·E37 Core

Episode 37

Sep 16, 2014 · 45 min

It's a must win PoV for Frankie in this special eviction episode as one player wins HoH and another joins the jury.

S16·E38 Core

Episode 38

Sep 17, 2014 · 45 min

It's all about the final and most important Power of Veto competition of the season. Plus, another Houseguest will be evicted!

S16·E39 Mytharc

Episode 39

Sep 19, 2014 · 45 min

The battle for the final head of household begins. Plus Cody, Derrick and Victoria celebrate the summer. Including some hilarious moments you haven't seen.

S16·E40 Mytharc

Episode 40 - Finale

Sep 24, 2014 · 45 min

The season comes to a close and the final Head of Household, the winner of the $500,000 grand prize, and America's favorite Houseguest will be determined.

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