The game begins as eight players — including a familiar face from “Too Hot to Handle” — move in, make profiles and (warily) mingle.

As the influencers consider their pivotal picks, the others continue building relationships. Also, creativity and cringe collide during a poetry slam.

A new player sparks excitement and uncertainty. Savannah spills the tea — and targets a former ally. A game of Truth or Dare takes a tense turn.

Bad blood continues to boil between Terilisha and Savannah, leaving the other players torn about their loyalties. Chloe questions Emily’s game play.

As Courtney takes control of an intriguing twist, the others reconvene and unpack some elimination drama. Meanwhile, two new players join the game.

A new day dawns as Chloe considers her feelings for Trevor — and Mitchell. The Joker shakes up the ranking. Terilisha and Khat explore a new theory.

A blocked player pays a visit and plants new seeds of skepticism. Khat puts Lance’s identity to the test. Jonathan Van Ness pops in for a challenge.

Tensions mount as catfish accusations fly. Meanwhile, an anonymous round of Q&A stirs the pot, and a unique double block redefines the game.

Khat takes aim at Chloe’s integrity — much to the dismay of her allies. Trevor pursues a better bond with Mitchell. A new player makes himself at home.

The sweet sound of patriotism sweeps through the Circle as the players take part in Democracy Day. An elimination deliberation gets personal.

After a major blocking, the players decode a departing message. Two competing duos craft new plans. The Circle goes glam for an awards ceremony.

Host Michelle Buteau greets the finalists as they prepare for one last rating — and a face-to-face meetup. Who will take home the $100,000 prize?