The YouTube sensation aims to create the largest reality TV competition with a staggering $5 million prize

YouTube star Jimmy “MrBeast” Donaldson is venturing into new territory by collaborating with Amazon MGM Studios on a groundbreaking reality TV show titled “Beast Games.” Set to feature over 1,000 contestants battling for a $5 million cash prize, the show promises to be a spectacle of unprecedented scale, exclusively available on Amazon’s Prime Video service. While the release date remains under wraps, anticipation is building for what is described as the “biggest reality competition series ever.”

Donaldson, known for his extravagant stunt videos and a massive following of over 245 million subscribers on YouTube, will host and executive produce “Beast Games.” Details of the competition are scarce, but it will draw inspiration from his successful YouTube format. Donaldson’s ambition is to demonstrate that YouTube creators can excel across various platforms, emphasizing the creative freedom granted by Amazon to bring his vision to life.

The project aims to eclipse traditional television and streaming records by offering the largest single prize ever in the history of reality competition series. This venture follows the viral sensation of Netflix’s “Squid Games,” which inspired Donaldson to create a real-life version on his YouTube channel, amassing over half a billion views. Although Netflix subsequently launched its own “Squid Games” reality show, it failed to capture similar attention, leading Donaldson to hint at his potential to elevate such a project.

“Beast Games” represents a significant milestone for digital creators transitioning to mainstream media platforms, challenging the conventions of content production and distribution. As Donaldson sets out to make the YouTube community proud, the entertainment industry watches closely to see if this ambitious project will redefine the scope and scale of reality TV competitions