contestants

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It was among six out of 2025’s top ten reality shows on streaming services that featured contestants living in a house together, like in “Million Dollar Secret” and “Beast Games.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

He was previously named in court documents alleging contestants in his reality show Beast Games were "shamelessly exploited" - allegations he denied, saying they were "blown out of proportion".

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

The childhood best friends - who are the youngest contestants on this series - had grown up together so Jo was sold on the idea straightaway.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

Peeves include contestants who don’t clap for their competitors or make faces when they whiff.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

The way the show worked was that contestants would choose a category, such as movies, opera, baseball, etc., and answer questions that would become exponentially more difficult and ultimately more valuable.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady