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Title: Germany's Wild-West Revival: A thrilling surge in Adventure and Survival Shows
Adrenaline junkies rejoice! Germany's streaming scene is heating up with an intense wave of adventure and survival shows. Kicking things off is the highly anticipated, winner-takes-all series, "Most Wanted", debuting on Joyn on May 14. In this fresh twist, fifteen celebrities play hide-and-seek from a group of ruthless hunters, relying on sympathetic bystanders and fans to dodge capture. But who's hunting who? Keep an eye out for Joey Kelly, Otto Karasch aka Otto Bulletproof, and Max Schradin, who are gearing up to play their part as the dire hunters.
This death-defying concept originated across the border in the Netherlands and has proven to be a smashing success. Not surprisingly, Germany has developed an insatiable appetite for such pulse-pounding excitement. Both Joyn and ProSieben will air this thrilling chase every Wednesday, with an additional broadcast on ProSieben airing at 22:35.
But there's more! YouTuber Fritz Meinecke, 35, announced a record-breaking project in June 2021 – the premiere of "7 vs. Wild" aired on November 10. This survival show features seven contestants clawing their way to survival in the Swedish wilderness for seven days, armed with only the essentials and seven select items. Refreshingly simple yet addictive, the format ignited the anticipation for survival shows in Germany.
Following its inflated success on YouTube and Prime Video, "7 vs. Wild" has four seasons under its belt, each with different settings and innovative twists. Notable participants include Joey Kelly, who starred in the last two seasons, and Otto Bulletproof, who triumphed in season two.
In "Mission Unknown: Atlantic", Kelly teamed up with Jens "Knossi" Knossalla and Ann-Kathrin Benedixen to traverse the treacherous Atlantic Ocean. This nail-biting competition airs on Prime Video and Knossi's YouTube channel since February. Now, Kelly finds himself on the other side, stalking Benedixen, known online as "Affe auf Bike".
"The Race" echoes a similar concept, only without the dog-eat-dog competitiveness. In this format, contestants are abandoned in foreign cities without a lick of cash, phone, or support, and must bend over backwards to reach their designated destination. The show launched on Joyn in June 2024, while YouTuber Dave published the second season finale on his channel two weeks later.
Otto Bulletproof has also dabbled in the survival genre, appearing in "Catch Me" on Joyn and his YouTube channel. In this action format, he finds himself hunted by a team of skilled trackers, with fellow YouTubers Rick Azas and Nico Spedicato providing a helping hand.
Before "Catch Me", Otto Bulletproof tested his mettle in the icy conditions of "Arctic Warrior", hosted on Paramount+. The former elite soldier led eight teams comprised of a well-known personality and an expert, competing for the title "Arctic Warrior" in the brutal Arctic wilderness. The show is available not only on Paramount+ but also on OttoBulletproof's YouTube channel.
Bulletproof's YouTube channel boasts a plethora of challenging outdoor adventures, including "Survival Squad: Mission Canada", where he and Fabio Schäfer, a previous "7 vs. Wild" participant, embarked on a grueling 300-kilometer hike through the wilderness in 30 days. Encountering wolves and bears, they proved that they were not just talk but could walk the walk.
So grab your survival kits, popcorn, and a cold beverage as Germany embarks on the thrilling adventure and survival show phenomenon. Whether it's hunting down celebrities or surviving in the wild, the adrenaline never stops flowing!
Fritz Meincke's latest project, "7 vs. Wild," exhibits a blend of lifestyle, technology, and entertainment, showcasing survival skills in the Swedish wilderness. Aside from "Most Wanted," which pits celebrities against ruthless hunters, these shows demonstrate Germany's fascination with adventure and survival themes, hinting at a possible impact on people's fascination with technology-oriented lifestyles.
