Big Brother has been airing for over two decades, as the show premiered in 2000. It’s one of the most enduring reality TV competitions. Yet, the best way to keep viewers invested is by shaking things up every now and then. That’s exactly what the producers reportedly have in mind for the upcoming season. Season 28 will feature several big twists. Keep reading to find out what to expect for the new season.
Big Brother Fans Complain Show Is ‘Too Predictable’
Big Brother Season 27 was a success in the ratings. It kept viewers locked in, but there were some complaints throughout the season. One common complaint was that the evictions became “too predictable” and boring.
The houseguests compete in various challenges each week and do their best to evade eviction. One Big Brother fan took to Reddit to share their biggest complaint about Season 27 – inauthentic houseguests.
- “We need authentic drama. People like Rachel, Jimmy, Ashley and Ava who rehearsed their lines and were desperate for a moment were so cringe.”
The new season starts in just a few weeks. The producers reportedly have some fun twists for fans.
Rumored New Twists For Season 28
“Production wants Season 28 to disrupt the entire franchise in a good way,” a source told The U.S. Sun. One of the biggest changes is bringing back former houseguests. That used to be the norm in earlier seasons, but the show began using more social media influencers as houseguests in recent years. But viewers want to see their seasoned favorites back in the competition.
Several former contestants have reportedly been discussed as possible returnees. Among the names mentioned are Derek Xiao from Season 23, Tucker Des Lauriers from Season 26, and Morgan Pope from Season 27. While none of the names have been confirmed, the producers are reportedly looking for a mix of fan favorites and controversial contestants.
However, the goal isn’t to fill the house with beloved former contestants. The drama in the house is one of the best parts of the show. The producers want to bring in polarizing contestants to create real drama, sparking more online discussions and higher ratings.
Fan Suggests Another Huge Change
Big Brother fans on social media generally love the idea of returning players. But one fan suggested another twist – the key wheel. The legendary device amped up the drama of the Nomination Ceremony. The Head of Household put the keys of all the safe players in the lazy Susan-type wheel and pulled a key out. The key revealed who was safe, and that person pulled another key until all the names were revealed. Ultimately, the two without keys were up for elimination. The process was slow and suspenseful.
The key wheel may or may not return for Season 28. Finally, tune in to the Season 28 premiere on Thursday, July 9.
Jennifer Havener grew up in a small town in Upstate New York. She earned her B.A in Writing & Literature from Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado. She always knew watching reality TV shows and soap operas, particularly ‘Days of Our Lives’, would come in handy someday. When she’s not writing, she’s playing with her dogs, Lola and Ruger
