"On the Run" Ignites Excitement on Joyn: A New Game of Survival and Celebrity Pursuit
Excitement swirls around reality TV genres featuring daring expeditions and survival challenges - Excitement swirls around the genre of adventure and survival television series.
Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping ride as Joyn unveils its latest escapade, "Most Wanted", premiering on May 14. Fifteen famous faces, including Joey Kelly and Otto "Bulletproof" Karasch, find themselves on the run from a made-up prison, with three skilled "hunters" hot on their heels.
Joining Kelly in the chase is Max Schradin, as Joyn airs the heart-thumping action every Wednesday, with an extra episode on ProSieben at 10:35 PM. This exhilarating show, initially a hit in the Netherlands, is following in the footsteps of popular adventure and survival shows in Germany. Both Kelly and Bulletproof have tread these exciting terrains in the past.
"7 Against Nature" Thrives on YouTube and Prime Video
In June 2021, Fritz Meinecke (35), the outdoorsy YouTuber, hinted at his "biggest project ever" on his channel. By November 10, the first episode of "7 vs. Wild" launched, dispelling any doubts about the hit survival show's concept: "Seven contenders find themselves stranded in the rugged Swedish wilderness, fighting for survival for seven days, with only seven items at their disposal."
The series, now in its fourth season, boasts diverse locations and fresh concepts. In season three, participants teamed up, while season four revolved around a plane crash narrative. Since season three, the format has been accessible on Prime Video before its YouTube release. Kelly has been part of the last two seasons, with Bulletproof securing victory in season two.
"Mission Unknown: Atlantic" Makes a Splash on YouTube and Prime Video
This April, Joey Kelly embarked on a daring oceanic expedition in "Mission Unknown: Atlantic," alongside personalities such as Jens "Knossi" Knossalla (38) and Ann-Kathrin Benedixen (25). In "Most Wanted," Kelly will now be hunting Benedixen, better known online as "Affe auf Bike."
In "Mission Unknown: Atlantic," teams faced torn sails, faulty equipment, and harsh weather. The series has streamed on Prime Video and Knossi's YouTube channel since February.
"The Race" Remains a Speedy Challenge on YouTube and Joyn
"The Race" shares similarities with "Most Wanted," except without the hunters. Contestants are stranded in foreign cities without a penny, a phone, or help and must navigate their way to a specific destination via multiple countries. The first one to arrive wins.
The format first aired on Joyn in June 2024. Two weeks later, episodes became available on the YouTube channel of David Henrichs (26), known as Dave on the platform. The second season's finale was published there on May 8, 2025.
"Catch Me" Turns the Tables on Otto Bulletproof
Otto Bulletproof already proved his hunting skills in "Catch Me", available on Joyn and his YouTube channel. However, in this game, Bulletproof becomes the one being chased by a contingent of trained hunters. YouTubers Rick Azas and Nico Spedicato lend a helping hand.
"Arctic Beast" Chills On YouTube and Paramount+
Before "'Most Wanted", Otto Bulletproof tested his mettle in a freezing challenge: In April 2023, "Arctic Warrior" launched on the streaming service Paramount+. As host and an expert, Bulletproof oversaw eight teams as they battled for the title "Arctic Warrior" in the harsh Arctic landscape of Lapland, experiencing temperatures as low as -28°C. The show is available on both Paramount+ and Bulletproof's YouTube channel.
Survival Squad on YouTube
Besides adventure and survival content, Otto Bulletproof's YouTube channel showcases a variety of challenges, projects, and formats aimed at the outdoors and survival enthusiasts. In 2023, Bulletproof collaborated with former "7 vs. Wild" contestant Fabio Schäfer to conquer the Canadian wilderness in "Survival Squad: Mission: Canada". Their mission was to journey 300 kilometers through the wild in 30 days, encountering wildlife like wolves and bears.
- Joyn
- Pursuit
- YouTube
- Kelly
- Prime Video
- Atlantic
- Wilderness
- Celebrities
- Pro7
- ProSieben
- Netherlands
- Fritz Meinecke
Suggested Platforms for Adventure and Survival Content:
- Amazon Prime Video: A wealth of adventure and survival shows, including international content with potential German audience appeal, such as survival series and documentaries.
- Netflix Germany: Variety of survival and adventure content, but primarily focused on Arctic comedy series like "North of North".
- Paramount+: Streams shows like "Yellowjackets", a survival series with psychological horror and coming-of-age themes.
- OutdoorTV: YouTube channel offering survival skills and outdoor adventures that might appeal to German viewers.
- Pluto TV and Tubi: Free streaming platforms offering regional content, although availability may vary by country.
- Local German Networks: Networks like ZDF, ARD, and ProSieben occasionally broadcast adventure and survival shows, which may be available on their respective streaming platforms or websites.
For more specific German shows, it might be necessary to check local streaming services or TV networks for detailed listings.
- Joey Kelly, a participant in "Most Wanted," has previously showcased his survival skills in "Mission Unknown: Atlantic" on YouTube and Prime Video.
- Fritz Meinecke, a popular YouTuber, moved from outdoor challenges in the Swedish wilderness to exploring the global landscape with "The Race," available on Joyn and YouTube.
