Mr. Beast, the titan of YouTube, is on the hunt for thousands of contenders eager to compete on Beast Games — but how exactly does one snag a spot on his upcoming reality extravaganza?
In a move that shook both the online and TV realms, Mr. Beast, known off-screen as Jimmy Donaldson, teamed up with Amazon MGM Studios back in March to bring his signature flair to Prime Video. At just 25 years old, he’s not only hosting but also calling the shots as executive producer of the show. While details about this venture into traditional reality TV are still shrouded in mystery, what’s crystal clear is the jaw-dropping $5 million grand prize that’s up for grabs.
How do you apply to be on Mr. Beast’s ‘Beast Games?’
Here’s the scoop: 1,000 lucky souls will be handpicked to duke it out for that life-changing payday, and who knows, one of them could be you! So, how does one throw their hat in the ring? Well, there’s only one path to glory: head over to the official Beast Games website and submit your application.
Now, before you start practicing your victory dance, there are a few hoops to jump through. You’ll need to be either a U.S. citizen or someone with the right immigration status or visa from July 1, 2024, through October 31, 2025, and beyond. Oh, and make sure you’re at least 18 years old and your passport is valid until April 30, 2025. Got all that? Good.
If you’re selected, get ready to clear your schedule from late June to the end of September (with a big asterisk that dates might shift around). From the sounds of it, filming will likely go down stateside, so make sure you’re ready to jet off to where the action is.
But wait, there’s more! Before you start daydreaming about what to do with those millions, you’ve got to nail the application process. That means filming a snappy one-minute video introducing yourself and addressing key topics like your background, why you’re the next Beast Games champ, and what you’d do with all that cash. Don’t forget to snap a selfie and provide a full-length photo too — after all, you want Mr. Beast to recognize you in a crowd, right?
With over 270 million subscribers hanging on his every upload, Mr. Beast knows a thing or two about high-stakes entertainment. His YouTube empire built on mega challenges is set to translate seamlessly to Prime Video, promising fans a dose of familiar thrills and spills.
In his own words, Donaldson is aiming for nothing short of TV greatness, fueled by a desire to show the world that digital creators can conquer any platform. Amazon’s given him the reins to steer this ship, and he’s not taking the opportunity lightly. The mission? To make both his YouTube fam and the wider world proud.
While the exact launch date for Beast Games season 1 remains a mystery, one thing’s for sure: the race to claim that $5 million jackpot is on, and it’s going to be epic.
