MrBeast Lawsuit 2026, Beast Games Class Action Still Unresolved, Amazon And YouTuber Face Trial Over Alleged Sexual Harassment And Labor Violations
The MrBeast lawsuit remains active in February 2026 with no settlement announced, as six Beast Games contestants pursue class action claims alleging sexual harassment, unpaid wages, and unsafe working conditions during filming. Filed September 16, 2024 in Los Angeles Superior Court, the case targets YouTube star Jimmy Donaldson (MrBeast), his production company MrB2024 LLC, and Amazon Alternative LLC over the $100 million reality show that premiered December 19, 2024 on Prime Video.
The lawsuit exposes how 1,000 contestants competing for television’s largest-ever cash prize—$5 million—allegedly endured conditions contestants described as “chronic mistreatment” including insufficient food, lack of medical care, and a “hostile environment” for female participants.
What The Beast Games Lawsuit Involves
Six anonymous contestants filed claims alleging MrBeast’s production company and Amazon violated California labor laws by misclassifying them as “contestants” rather than employees to avoid paying minimum wages, overtime, and providing mandatory meal breaks.
Court documents describe contestants being “fed sporadically and sparsely,” deprived of adequate sleep, and denied proper medical attention during filming in Las Vegas and Toronto between July and September 2024.
Female contestants allege they were subjected to sexual harassment fostered by what the lawsuit calls a “culture of misogyny and sexism” created by production leadership. The complaint cites a leaked internal handbook titled “How to Succeed in MrBeast Production” that allegedly instructs staff to “help them be idiots” when talent wants to engage in crude behavior.
The Sexual Harassment Allegations
The lawsuit claims production staff failed to conduct background checks and created conditions that enabled harassment of female participants. Portions of the complaint involving specific harassment allegations remain redacted to protect plaintiff identities.
“I expected to be challenged, but I didn’t think I would be treated like nothing—less than nothing,” stated Contestant 5 in court filings. “As one of the women, I can say it absolutely felt like a hostile environment for us.”
The alleged internal handbook—leaked by YouTuber Rosanna Pansino in August 2024—contains guidance like: “If talent wants to draw a dick on the white board in the video or do something stupid, let them.”
Similar workplace culture issues have emerged in other reality TV cases, including the Marciano Brunette Lawsuit 2025, Reality TV Star Sues Demi Engemann For Sexual Assault Defamation Claims case involving Vanderpump Villa.
False Advertising And Wage Violations
Contestants claim they learned only after arriving on set that the initial pool exceeded 2,000 participants—not the 1,000 advertised. This allegedly violated California sweepstakes laws prohibiting misrepresentation of winning odds.
The lawsuit seeks unpaid minimum wages, overtime compensation, and damages for unreasonable working conditions. California labor law requires employers to provide uninterrupted meal periods, rest breaks, and overtime pay—none of which contestants received, according to court filings.
Production allegedly required contestants to work long hours in extreme conditions without proper compensation. Some contestants were hospitalized during filming, according to Rolling Stone reporting published the same day the lawsuit was filed.
Where The Case Stands Now
As of February 2026, the Beast Games lawsuit is proceeding through discovery. MysticArt Pictures LLC was dismissed from the suit on May 10, 2025, but claims against MrBeast’s production company, Off One’s Base LLC, and Amazon Alternative LLC remain active.
MrBeast has declined to comment on the litigation. In a February 11, 2025 Good Morning America interview, he stated: “I got to let the lawyers handle it, I can’t comment on it. But what I can say – I’ve personally talked to 700–800 contestants, they all want to come back, they all had a great time.”
Amazon has also declined multiple requests for comment from media outlets including Variety, BBC, CNN, and CBS News.
How Reality TV Contracts Complicate Labor Claims
The lawsuit challenges a common industry practice: treating reality show participants as “contestants” exempt from employment protections rather than as employees entitled to wages and labor law protections.
Reality TV production companies typically require participants to sign extensive contracts waiving claims and accepting broad editing rights. However, California labor law may override these provisions if contestants are functionally employees performing services under production company control.
Similar issues emerged in the Diesel Brothers Lawsuit Update, Heavy D’s October 2025 Arrest Shakes Reality TV World, showing how reality stars face unique legal vulnerabilities.
What This Means For Future Reality Productions
If contestants succeed in establishing employee status, the ruling could force reality show producers to reclassify participants and provide full employment protections including minimum wage, overtime, workers’ compensation, and harassment prevention measures.
The case also tests whether production companies can be held liable for creating hostile work environments when participants sign extensive liability waivers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MrBeast lawsuit about?
The lawsuit alleges MrBeast’s production company and Amazon subjected Beast Games contestants to sexual harassment, unpaid wages, unsafe working conditions, insufficient food and medical care, and falsely advertised contest terms. Six contestants filed the class action in September 2024.
When was this lawsuit filed?
The class action was filed September 16, 2024 in Los Angeles Superior Court. An additional contestant joined later, bringing the total to six plaintiffs seeking class certification.
Who is involved in this lawsuit?
Plaintiffs are six anonymous Beast Games contestants from California and other U.S. states. Defendants include MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson) through his company MrB2024 LLC, Off One’s Base LLC, and Amazon Alternative LLC.
What are the main allegations?
Sexual harassment and hostile work environment for female contestants, failure to pay minimum wages and overtime, inadequate food and medical care, unsafe working conditions, and false advertising about the number of contestants and winning odds.
What is the current status of this case?
The lawsuit remains active as of February 2026 with no settlement announced. Discovery is ongoing. MysticArt Pictures was dismissed in May 2025, but claims against MrBeast’s company and Amazon continue.
What are the next steps in this litigation?
The case will proceed through discovery where both sides exchange evidence. Plaintiffs seek class certification to represent all affected Beast Games contestants. If certified, the case could proceed to trial or settlement negotiations.
How can I stay updated on this case?
Monitor the Los Angeles Superior Court docket, follow entertainment law news outlets like Variety and Hollywood Reporter, and check legal news sources covering class action developments.
Last Updated: February 9, 2026
Disclaimer: This article provides general legal information about the Beast Games lawsuit and is not legal advice. For specific legal guidance, consult a qualified attorney.
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