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MrBeast is not just a YouTuber — he’s a global phenomenon. Known for massive challenges, record-breaking giveaways, and high-budget productions, his videos consistently dominate YouTube’s trending and all-time view charts. Over the years, several of his uploads have crossed hundreds of millions of views, redefining what’s possible for a creator on the platform.

1. $456,000 Squid Game In Real Life!


Views:
896M+
Published: 4 years ago

This is MrBeast’s most viewed video ever. Inspired by the hit Netflix series, he recreated Squid Game in real life with massive sets, 456 contestants, and a jaw-dropping cash prize. The production quality rivaled TV shows, making it a viral cultural moment across the internet.

Why it went viral:

  • Real-life recreation of a global pop-culture hit

  • Massive prize pool

  • High-stakes elimination format


2. Last To Leave Circle Wins $500,000


Views:
545M+
Published: 4 years ago

A deceptively simple challenge with extreme psychological pressure. Contestants stood in a circle, and the last person remaining walked away with half a million dollars.

Key appeal:

  • Simple concept, high tension

  • Long endurance challenge

  • Relatable human reactions


3. World’s Most Expensive Flights!


Views:
533M+
Published: 2 years ago

From budget seats to ultra-luxury flights costing tens of thousands of dollars, this video compares the most expensive flight experiences on Earth.

Why people loved it:

  • Luxury vs economy contrast

  • Aspirational travel content

  • Fast-paced storytelling


4. $1 vs $100,000,000 Car!


Views:
519M+
Published: 2 years ago

This video pushes extremes by comparing a $1 car to a $100 million hypercar. It’s classic MrBeast: exaggeration, spectacle, and curiosity-driven content.

SEO-friendly hook:
Extreme comparisons + luxury vehicles = massive clicks.


5. $1 vs $1,000,000,000 Yacht!


Views:
519M+
Published: 2 years ago

Similar to the car video, this yacht comparison takes viewers from tiny boats to billion-dollar floating palaces.

Why it works:

  • Visual scale differences

  • Dream-worthy luxury

  • Clear, curiosity-based title


6. $10,000 Every Day You Survive In A Grocery Store


Views:
486M+
Published: 2 years ago

A contestant lives inside a grocery store and earns money for every day they survive. It blends survival, strategy, and everyday relatability.

Audience hook:

  • Everyday location

  • Survival challenge

  • Escalating tension


7. 7 Days Stranded On An Island


Views:
454M+
Published: 1 year ago

This survival-style video shows contestants stranded on an island with limited resources, testing mental and physical endurance.

Why it stands out:

  • Survival genre popularity

  • Real discomfort and struggle

  • Strong storytelling arc


8. Ages 1 – 100 Fight For $500,000


Views:
451M+
Published: 2 years ago

A unique concept where contestants of different ages compete in challenges for a massive prize.

What made it viral:

  • Broad demographic appeal

  • Emotional storytelling

  • Fresh, original concept


9. Survive 100 Days Trapped, Win $500,000


Views:
434M+
Published: 2 years ago

Contestants are trapped for 100 days under extreme conditions, pushing mental endurance to the limit.

Core appeal:

  • Long-term challenge

  • High psychological stakes

  • Viewer emotional investment


10. 50 YouTubers Fight For $1,000,000


Views:
433M+
Published: 1 year ago

Bringing together dozens of creators, this video taps into collaboration, competition, and creator culture.

Why it exploded:

  • Creator cross-audiences

  • Competitive elimination format

  • Huge cash incentive


Why MrBeast’s Videos Dominate YouTube

MrBeast’s success isn’t accidental. His most viewed videos share common traits:

  • Curiosity-driven titles

  • Massive stakes and rewards

  • Simple concepts executed at extreme scale

  • High emotional engagement

  • Cinematic production quality

These elements make his content highly clickable, binge-worthy, and algorithm-friendly.


Watch the Full Playlist: MrBeast’s Most Viewed Videos

To experience all these viral hits in one place, check out the playlist below:

 

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