Beast Games: Release date, times, episodes, and where to stream the James Donaldson alias Mr. Beast show
The long-awaited game show “Beast Games” hosted by a YouTube superstar mr beast (james donaldson)’s first episode premiered on Prime Video. Touted as the biggest prize in game show history, the competition will span 10 episodes and feature 1,000 contestants competing for big prizes including $5 million, a private island and a Lamborghini. Episodes will be released every Thursday, with the final episode scheduled for February 13th.
What happens in Beast Games, how and where to watch online?
Blending elements of Squid Games, Fear Factor, and Survivor, the show subjects participants to intense physical and mental challenges. It starts with 1,000 participants and quickly narrows down to 500 contestants by the second episode. Each episode is approximately 40 minutes long and is available exclusively on Prime Video, which requires an Amazon Prime subscription.
Controversy surrounding Beast Games
Despite the hype, Beast Games has faced controversy. In September, five contestants filed a class action lawsuit against MrBeast and Amazon, citing workplace abuse, unsafe conditions, and harassment during production. The allegations include deprivation of food, sleep and medical care, as well as physical injury and hospitalization for some contestants. The lawsuit also accuses the film of promoting a culture of misogyny and sexism, with women reportedly subjected to public humiliation. The cast also claims they were forced to enter into “illegal contracts” where they were misclassified as volunteers in order to qualify for tax benefits while filming in Las Vegas.
The New York Times verified these claims in an August report, pointing to extreme weather and logistical issues during filming. A spokesperson for MrBeast said the difficulties were due to these complications, but did not directly address the lawsuit. Neither MrBeast’s team nor Amazon have commented on the lawsuit.
About Mr. Beast
MrBeast is a YouTube sensation with 337 million subscribers and is known for his amazing contests and prizes. His most popular video, a recreation of the Squid Game, has garnered over 678 million views. With Beast Games, he brings his signature high-stakes energy to a wider audience, though it’s not without controversy.
