Kicking & Screaming

In the series premiere of the comedic competition series KICKING AND SCREAMING, hosted by Hannah Simone, 10 survivalists and 10 novices pair up in the wilds of Fiji to win half a million dollars. As the novices adjust to life in the jungle, the survivalists quickly realize that the competition and gameplay aren't the only obstacles to overcome.

When Kirsten struggles with a serious allergic reaction, she and her partner worry that their team may be in jeopardy. Then, as the teams enter the week's prize challenge, they quickly realize that rivalries are already forming and things get personal during the elimination.

After an intense elimination, teams are on edge as they fear they could be sent home next. But as time in the jungle continues, romance and tempers flare in the camp, causing the pairs to struggle with finding their team dynamics. The next elimination proves that communication is key and teams are hanging on for survival.

The six remaining teams are ready to devour their competition for a spot in the Top 5, but a prize challenge reward sparks romance between rival contestants. Later, two teams are left feeling crabby at the elimination challenge, which ends in an emotional departure.

The competition gets strategic when the teams realize they are only one elimination challenge away from the making it to the Top Five. During the prize challenge, emotions run high as a huge prize is up for grabs. Meanwhile, the camp is struggling with their food supply and some people struggle with keeping their head in the game.

As the competition continues, teams get to know each other better and significant secrets are revealed. The prize challenge offers a sweet victory and the winning team learns a lesson about overindulgence – the hard way. Finally, two teams must put their strength and communication to the test during the elimination challenge and a surprising twist is revealed.

Tensions rise when some of the remaining contestants are left out of alliances. Meanwhile, tough choices must be made when it comes to food and the reward challenge proves that more than ever. Going into the elimination challenge, the competing teams must fight their way to the top.

The race to the finish line is on as the three teams fight for their spot in the finale. The teams are met with an elimination challenge right from the start, and the winning teams are tasked with preparing for the final challenge, both mentally and physically. After reflecting on their journeys and honing in their survival skills, each team goes into the final elimination challenge ready to give it their all, but only one team can come out on top. Don't miss which team is crowned the winners.

In this new competition series, 10 expert survivalist team up with pampered partners to face the toughest challenges of their lives.

Host Hanna Simone tells us how the game works and what it’s like to survive the Fijian jungle. Premiering March 9th, KICKING & SCREAMING airs Thursdays at 9/8c on FOX.