A recent investigative report by The New York Times has shed light on the disturbing reality behind a reality series produced by YouTube sensation MrBeast in collaboration with Amazon MGM studios. The show, titled Beast Games, promised contestants a chance to win a grand prize of $5 million by participating in various stunts and challenges in Las Vegas. However, the Times’ investigation revealed a much darker and troubling side to the competition.
According to the report, over 2,000 contestants gathered at Allegiant Stadium in Nevada for the competition, where they were subjected to inhumane conditions. Contestants were reportedly asked if they would be willing to be buried alive or travel to outer space, and many claimed they did not receive adequate food or medical care during their time on the show. Some participants even suffered injuries from the physical challenges they were forced to endure.
One participant described the entire production as a “s*** show,” with contestants going without medication, proper meals, and being forced to sleep outside due to poor organization by the production team. The contestant, who requested anonymity due to signing a nondisclosure agreement, detailed the chaotic and dangerous environment that contestants were subjected to during the filming of Beast Games.
In response to the allegations, a spokesperson for MrBeast released a statement claiming that the production was “complicated by the CrowdStrike incident, extreme weather, and other unexpected logistical and communications issues.” The statement also mentioned that steps were being taken to review the process and ensure a better experience for future contestants. Despite the controversies surrounding the first installment of Beast Games, the spokesperson expressed excitement for the upcoming stages of the competition.
Despite the backlash and negative publicity, the show is set to continue filming in Canada in early August, with the remaining 1,000 participants preparing for the next set of challenges. The spokesperson reiterated that the majority of contestants invited to Toronto for the next production have accepted the invitation, signaling that Beast Games will proceed despite the controversy surrounding its initial installment.
The investigation into Beast Games has revealed a dark and troubling reality behind the glitz and glamour of the reality competition. The mistreatment and neglect of contestants, combined with allegations of mismanagement, paint a grim picture of the show’s production. As the competition moves forward, it remains to be seen if MrBeast and his team will address the issues raised by the Times’ report and ensure the safety and well-being of all participants involved in Beast Games.