Big Brother: Season 17
This season brings back the iconic Twin Twist with two sisters swapping out every few days, unbeknownist to the other houseguests. The Battle of the Block makes it return.
Season 17 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 16.
- 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 brings back the iconic Twin Twist with two sisters swapping out every few days, unbeknownist to the other houseguests. The Battle of the Block makes it return.
Episode Guide
Season 17 Progress Shield
Premiere Part 1
Jun 24, 2015 · 45 min
Two surprise guests will kick off the two-night premiere event as the Houseguests will live in a modern steel beach house that features a towering sky bridge, making it the largest
Premiere Part 2
Jun 25, 2015 · 45 min
The remaining Houseguests move in, plus the "BB Takeover" begins as the first surprise guest delivers a game changer!
Episode 3
Jun 28, 2015 · 45 min
Four Houseguests are nominated for eviction and compete in the Battle of the Block competition. Plus, the BB Takeover will twist up the game.
Episode 4
Jul 1, 2015 · 45 min
Who will win the power of veto? And will it be used to save either Jackie or Steve from eviction?
Episode 5
Jul 2, 2015 · 45 min
Will Jackie stay in the Big Brother house? Plus two new HoH's are crowned. Also celebrity super fan Kathy Griffin returns to begin her BB Takeover!
Episode 6
Jul 5, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, four new Houseguests go up on the block. Plus, Audrey and Da'Vonne go toe to toe.
Episode 7
Jul 12, 2015 · 45 min
It's all on the line with the Veto back in play. Will Da'vonne or John be saved by the golden power?
Episode 8
Jul 9, 2015 · 45 min
Who will get the seventh phone call and win the power of the last laugh and how will it shake up the live eviction? Plus, a new surprise guest will help twist up the game.
Episode 9
Jul 12, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, which four Houseguests will be nominated for eviction? Plus, will the Twin Twist blow up Liz and Julia's game?
Episode 10
Jul 15, 2015 · 45 min
With Austin dethroned, will HoH Vanessa target James or Jeff? Will the veto screw up her master plan? Plus, Gronk has another surprise for the Houseguests.
Episode 11
Jul 16, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, either James or Jeff will leave the Big Brother house and two new Houseguests will rise to power. Plus, a love triangle brings Austin to the boiling point.
Episode 12
Jul 19, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, four houseguests will be nominated, and 90's week continues with a "grunge" inspired Battle of the Block.
Episode 13
Jul 22, 2015 · 45 min
Will the Veto save either Jason or John? Also, an explosive fight leads to shocking consequences and the world premiere of the Wack Street Boys.
Episode 14
Jul 23, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, will Audrey make it to the live eviction? Plus, two new Heads of Households will be crowned.
Episode 15
Jul 26, 2015 · 45 min
Four new Houseguests will be nominated, and they'll go to war in the Battle of the Block.
Episode 16
Jul 29, 2015 · 45 min
Will the Veto save either Clay or Becky and will Vanessa go through with the plan to take out Austin?
Episode 17
Jul 30, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, will Becky's game be permanently derailed or will the supermarket cashier check out? Plus, both twins enter the game.
Episode 18
Aug 2, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, will the Sixth Sense alliance stay in power, or will the other side of the house finally claim victory? Plus, which two houseguests will be nominated for eviction?
Episode 19
Aug 5, 2015 · 45 min
Can the Power of Veto save a showmance or will Clay and Shelli's love be torn apart?
Episode 20
Aug 6, 2015 · 45 min
Will it be Clay or Shelli leaving the Big Brother House? Plus, the Hitmen are back!
Episode 21
Aug 9, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, who will claim the HoH and which two houseguests will be nominated? Plus, see the shocking fight that happened right before the eviction.
Episode 22
Aug 12, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, the veto is up for grabs as BB Comics returns. Plus, will Becky go through with taking out Vanessa?
Episode 23
Aug 13, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, which "Sixth Sense" member will walk out the door? Plus, a second Houseguest is leaving!
Episode 24
Aug 16, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, see the fallout from Steve's shocking reign of power, plus, a new Head of Household will be crowned and two new Houseguests will go on the block.
Episode 25
Aug 19, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, will the power of veto save either John or Becky? Plus, will Austin and the twins make a power play against the poker player? And get ready to rock, it's the world premier
Episode 26
Aug 20, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, will the dentist's brush with glory come to an end? Or will the Colorado girl be forced to take a hike? Plus, your first look inside the jury house and a new battle for po
Episode 27
Aug 22, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, who will end up running the house and which two houseguest will be nominated?
Episode 28
Aug 26, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, will the power of veto be used to save either Steve or Johnny Mack? Plus, the roasting robot Zingbot is back!
Episode 29
Aug 27, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, will the dentist be extracted from the house, or will the trombonist play his final tune? Plus, an epic battle will begin to send one juror back into the house.
Episode 30
Aug 30, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, which juror will earn their way back into the game and who will gain power as the new head of household? Plus, two new houseguests will be nominated for eviction. And, wil
Episode 31
Sep 2, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, it's do or die for the country boy and the city girl. Will one of them be saved by the power of veto?
Episode 32
Sep 3, 2015 · 45 min
Will the house say bon voyage to the New Yorker or Miami girl? Plus, it's time for another double eviction!
Episode 33
Sep 6, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, a new HoH will be crowned. Will Austwins keep the power, or will Steve, John, or Vanessa's secret alliance emerge from the shadows to strike first?
Episode 34
Sep 9, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, will the showmance be torn apart, or can the power of veto be used to save either Austin or Liz? Plus, the entire house it thrown into an emotional chaos
Episode 35
Sep 10, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, the wombmates will be split up! Will Liz or Julia be sent to jury? Plus, the final five begin a battle for power.
Episode 36
Sep 13, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, who will secure their spot to the final four and which two houseguests will be nominated for eviction? Plus, Frankie returns and takes two houseguests on a trip of a lifet
Episode 37
Sep 15, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, who will claim the power of veto and guarantee their spot in the final four? Plus, which houseguest will be evicted, and who will become the next HoH?
Episode 38
Sep 16, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, Beastmode Cowboy returns to host the final and most important Veto competition of the season. Plus, another Houseguest will be sent to jury!
Episode 39
Sep 20, 2015 · 45 min
Tonight, the battle for the final HoH begins. Plus, the final three celebrate and re-cap the summer.
Episode 40
Sep 23, 2015 · 45 min
Who will the jury crown as the winner of Big Brother? Plus, who did America vote as their favorite Houseguest?