The 25th season begins with 18 castaways being stranded on the Caramoan Islands in the Philippines and being divided into three tribes. Included are three former players (Michael Skupin, Jonathan Penner, Russell Swan) who were medically evacuated from the game.

Another castaway is voted out of the game.

An injury-prone player gets a fresh wound during an intense immunity challenge.

A twist in the competition results in a shift of tribe dynamics; as conditions at camp get worse, a castaway faces a significant decision.

As castaways get down and dirty to battle it out for a fruitful feast, in an unprecedented move, opposing tribes take to the bargaining table to strike a deal mid-challenge.

After Tandang and Kalabaw tribes merge, castaways scramble to solidify their numbers and rank in the new tribe. Meanwhile, Lisa Whelchel is confronted on her past as a former TV teen star.

A priceless reward proves to be a life-changing experience for some castaways, and an unlikely friendship threatens to alter the game.

Castaways compete for a luxurious spa getaway and tempers flare when one castaway returns with a full belly and a bitter attitude.

Castaways exhaust their funds on tasty rewards while one generous castaway makes two bids for his tribemates during the hearty food auction.

During an emotional family reunion, an exciting reward challenge enables castaways to join forces with their loved ones. Meanwhile, at a secret meeting, an alliance devises a plan to get rid of their biggest threat.

Another castaway is voted out of the game.

The finalists are questioned by the jury members, who then vote for the winner.

The winner is revealed as the 18 castaways reunite to discuss the season.