Wondering why “Big Brother” isn’t on tonight, whether “Big Brother” is delayed Sunday or what time the episode starts?

The final regular episode before the “Big Brother 28” finale is scheduled to begin at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, 90 minutes later than its usual 8 p.m. start time, because the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards are airing on CBS beforehand.

The schedule change comes after host Julie Chen Moonves told viewers during Thursday’s live eviction episode to tune in Sunday “following the VMAs” for eviction fallout, the start of the Final Head of Household competition and Melody Morris’ arrival at the jury house. Chen did not announce a specific airtime. Sunday’s schedule also includes regional NFL coverage before the live VMAs broadcast, creating an unusual lineup of live programming before the final episode ahead of the “Big Brother 28” finale.

Here’s why “Big Brother” isn’t on tonight, what time it airs, whether additional delays are possible and what to expect Sunday night.

Why isn’t ‘Big Brother’ on tonight?

“Big Brother” isn’t airing at its usual 8 p.m. Sunday time because the MTV Video Music Awards are scheduled on CBS beforehand, pushing the reality competition series to a 9:30 p.m. start.

The VMAs are scheduled to air from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday on CBS. As a result, “Big Brother” is set to begin 90 minutes later than normal, making it one of the season’s biggest schedule changes. Sunday’s episode is also the final regular installment before the “Big Brother 28” finale.

What time is ‘Big Brother’ on tonight? How long is tonight’s episode?

“Big Brother” is scheduled to air at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT, 8:30 p.m. CT and 7:30 p.m. MT on Sunday, Sept. 27, following the MTV Video Music Awards on CBS.

The episode is scheduled to run 61 minutes, ending at 10:31 p.m. ET/PT. Sunday’s broadcast starts 90 minutes later than the show’s usual 8 p.m. Sunday time slot. Tonight’s episode is the final regular episode before the “Big Brother” season finale.

Is ‘Big Brother’ delayed tonight?

Yes. Tonight’s episode of “Big Brother” is scheduled to begin 90 minutes later than usual because of the MTV Video Music Awards. Because CBS is also airing NFL games earlier in the day, live sports coverage can occasionally affect television schedules.

“Big Brother” typically airs at 8 p.m. ET/PT. This week, the last episode before the finale has been moved to 9:30 p.m. ET/PT, prompting viewers to search whether the show is delayed and why it is not airing at its usual time.

Could NFL games or the VMAs delay ‘Big Brother’ further?

“Big Brother” is scheduled to start at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT Sunday following the MTV Video Music Awards on CBS, though live programming can occasionally affect evening schedules.

CBS is scheduled to carry seven NFL games across its regional Sunday coverage before the VMAs, though viewers only receive certain matchups based on their local market. The network’s Week 3 lineup includes five games in the 1 p.m. ET window and two games at 4:25 p.m. ET before the live VMAs begin at 7:30 p.m. on CBS.

Because both NFL games and the VMAs air live, programming schedules can sometimes shift if events run longer than expected. “Big Brother” is currently scheduled to air from 9:30 p.m. to 10:31 p.m. ET/PT following the awards show.

In the New York City and North Jersey TV markets, viewers are expected to see a doubleheader featuring Titans vs Giants at 1 p.m. ET and Ravens vs Cowboys at 4:25 p.m. ET before CBS transitions to the VMAs and later “Big Brother.”

Why did Julie Chen say ‘Big Brother’ airs after the VMAs?

During Thursday’s live eviction episode, Julie Chen Moonves told viewers to tune in Sunday “following the VMAs” but did not announce a specific start time.

Chen previewed the fallout from Thursday’s eviction, the start of the Final Head of Household competition and Melody Morris’ arrival at the jury house. CBS also aired a preview teasing a confrontation between Melody and Angela Murray.

What happens on ‘Big Brother’ tonight?

Sunday’s episode is the final regular episode before the “Big Brother” finale and begins the season’s most important Head of Household competition.

Viewers can expect:

• Fallout from Thursday’s eviction
• The start of the Final Head of Household competition. We’ve already learned who won Part 1 of the final HOH competition through live feed spoilers.
• Final 3 strategy and game talk
• Melody Morris arriving at jury house
• The Melody-Angela confrontation teased by CBS

The episode helps set up finale week and the final stages of the game.

Is tonight the ‘Big Brother’ finale?

No. Sunday’s episode is the final regular episode before the “Big Brother 28” finale, which airs Wednesday.

The finale is Wednesday, Oct. 1, and will feature the conclusion of the Final Head of Household competition, the season’s final eviction, jury questioning and the vote to determine the winner of “Big Brother 28.” The winner of the “Big Brother” America’s Favorite Houseguest will also be revealed.