In the series premiere of the comedic competition series Kicking & 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.

A competition series that teams 10 expert survivalists with pampered partners to face the toughest challenges of their lives.

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.

Strategies emerge as the teams close in on the Top Five. Also: emotions run high in the prize challenge as a huge prize is up for grabs while the camp struggles with their food supply.