Netflix Accused of Ripping Off MrBeast Again with New Reality Series
A new Willy Wonka-style reality series is coming to Netflix, and many viewers are calling it a rip-off of MrBeast’s video. According to reports, Netflix will develop a reality competition series based on Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka. Details are scarce, but on social media, fans are calling out Netflix.
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One person commented, “They just stealing MrBeast videos, they remade Squid Game (which was predictable), and now this. Does anyone else think MrBeast had to do with this or is it just me?”
Someone else even jokingly asked, “Does Netflix just get all their ideas from MrBeast?”
Millionaire YouTuber MrBeast recreated a real-life version of the dangerous competition seen in Squid Game. Though he reworked some of the popular games from the show and took out the lethal elements of Squid Game, even the K-drama’s creator gave his stamp of approval.
But soon after, Netflix announced Squid Game: The Challenge, which featured the same concept of what MrBeast created with a group of contestants taking part in real-life challenges as part of a reality show.
While Netflix had some deniability as to the similarities of Squid Game: The Challenge with MrBeast’s video (since the K-drama was produced by Netflix), that’s not the case with the new Willy Wonka show.
In 2023, MrBeast took it upon himself to create a real Willy Wonka factory. The YouTube video has gained over two million views and followed 10 contestants having the chance to win the factory.
It’s unknown how Netflix’s show will operate, and the reports make many allusions to the Great British Bake Off, so it’s possible that this Willy Wonka reality show will be distinct from MrBeast’s. But the timing is still raising suspicions for many online.
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As a gamer and a fan of MrBeast’s content, I have to say that I’m disappointed but not surprised by Netflix’s move. It seems like they’re trying to capitalize on the success of MrBeast’s videos without giving him the credit he deserves.
What do you think, gamers? Is Netflix ripping off MrBeast, or are they just taking inspiration from his videos? Let us know in the comments!
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