The internet has taken the world by storm and with it, created numerous content creators who have captured the hearts and minds of millions of people. One such creator is MrBeast, who has become the biggest name on YouTube. And now, he has an exciting announcement to make – he is filming a game show for none other than Amazon Prime Video!
On Monday, MrBeast shared the news on social media, stating, “Big news gamers I’m going to be filming the largest game show in history and releasing it on Prime Video! Over 1,000 contestants, $5,000,000 prize, and many other world records.” This is certainly going to be a groundbreaking show, and we can only imagine what kind of feats and challenges the contestants will have to face.
In a tweet on March 18, 2024, MrBeast added, “I’ll reveal more later this year, but let’s just say, it’s gonna be an insane show :D”. With such enthusiasm and excitement, it’s hard not to get excited for what’s to come.
The news may not come as a surprise to many, as Deadline previously reported that a deal with Amazon Prime Video was in the works. And let’s face it, it’s only natural for the 25-year-old internet sensation to take his talents to the next level. After all, his YouTube videos already have budgets comparable to popular TV shows, so why not make the jump to Hollywood?
Amazon Prime Video has a history of collaborating with big name creators to develop new shows. Just recently, they turned the popular Dungeons & Dragons series, Critical Role, into an animated show. And now, they have their sights set on the largest game show in history.
“It’s going to be the largest game show in history, with the most contestants any game show has ever had, with the largest cash prize in history,” MrBeast shared in an interview with fellow YouTubers Colin and Samir. “It’s like our normal videos, but just 20 times better. I have a bigger budget. Money’s not a constraint.”
It’s hard to believe that money was ever a constraint for someone like MrBeast. He has already proven to be a master at creating jaw-dropping content, such as turning a popular Korean drama, “Squid Game,” into a real-life experience and giving away a whopping $456,000 in prize money. On his channel, which boasts a staggering 245 million subscribers, he regularly gives away hundreds of thousands of dollars to contestants who complete outlandish tasks, like living in a grocery store for weeks or competing in an Olympics-style showdown with representatives from almost every country.
Of course, not all online creators have had success transitioning from the laptop screen to the big screen. Some may remember infamous attempts such as “Fred: The Movie” and “Annoying Orange: Movie Fruitacular.” But MrBeast is not your average YouTuber.
This 25-year-old occupies a unique space where he is one of the most influential people among children and teenagers, giving rise to what some would call the “MrBeast industrial complex.” However, it’s likely that most people over the age of thirty may not even know who he is. But if all goes well, with the launch of “Beast Games,” this North Carolina native will become even more omnipresent, solidifying his status as a powerhouse in the world of online entertainment.
Let’s just hope that this exciting game show lives up to all the hype and continues to bring joy and entertainment to millions of viewers across the globe. And who knows, maybe we’ll even see our own chance to compete for the ultimate prize in the future.
