Prime Video is doubling down on MrBeast.
The Amazon video platform says that it is giving a two season renewal to the reality competition series Beast Games, hosted and executive produced by the wildly popular YouTube creator, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson.
The first season of the series saw 1,000 contestants via for a $5 million cash prize, however that prize was doubled in a high stakes all-or-nothing gamble late in the season. Donaldson also gave out millions of dollars in additional prizes over the course of the season, including a private island.
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Donaldson has subsequent said that he lost millions on the show, seeking to ensure it was the most over-the-top competition series in history. A two-season renewal will likely give him more runway to execute on that concept further. Amazon confirms that Donaldson will return as
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