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Can A Glowing 1000 Degree Sword Slice A Car In Half?

MrBeast
9:58 · 70.1M views · September 6, 2018
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Some ConcernsReviewed June 2026
2Moderate Concerns
4Minor Flags

This video is safe for most kids but features a high-risk stunt with a glowing hot sword that could inspire dangerous imitation. The experiment is purely for entertainment and shows the sword melting through a car door, but it lacks any educational context or safety warnings. While the production is flashy and engaging, parents should note the lack of real-world safety messaging and the potential for kids to mimic the stunt.

Content Breakdown · 6 Categories

Realistic Violence, Threats & WeaponsA little

The video involves a giant glowing sword used to attempt cutting a car in half, which is a realistic weapon demonstration. However, the context is an experiment rather than a threat or act of violence against a person.

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“Can A Glowing 1000 Degree Sword Slice A Car In Half?”
“WILL THE SWORD CUT RIGHT THRU THE CAR?????”
Hidden Advertising & Sponsored ContentA little

The description includes a link to 'New Merch' and a link to 'Viewstats!' without explicit disclosure that these are promotional. The merch link is likely a direct sales pitch, and Viewstats may be a sponsored or affiliated service.

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“New Merch - https://mrbeast.store”
“Check out Viewstats! - https://www.viewstats.com/”
Parasocial & Emotional ManipulationA little

The description contains manipulative calls to action such as 'SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG' and 'FOLLOW BOTH THESE AND I WILL HAVE YOUR KIDS!' which use humor but also create a coercive, faux-threat dynamic to drive engagement.

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“SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG”
“FOLLOW BOTH THESE AND I WILL HAVE YOUR KIDS!”
Engagement Baiting & Manipulative CTAsSome

The description uses coercive and humorous calls to action such as 'SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG' and 'FOLLOW BOTH THESE AND I WILL HAVE YOUR KIDS!' which are designed to pressure viewers into subscribing and following, fitting the definition of manipulative CTAs.

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“SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG”
“FOLLOW BOTH THESE AND I WILL HAVE YOUR KIDS!”
Low-Quality, Extreme & Stunt ContentSome

The video is an extreme stunt: attempting to slice a car in half with a glowing 1000-degree sword. This fits the 'extreme stunt' category, as it is a dramatic, shock-value experiment designed for views.

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“Can A Glowing 1000 Degree Sword Slice A Car In Half?”
“In this experiment video I see if a 1000 degree car is possible.”
Playful & Fantasy ViolenceA little

The concept of a giant glowing sword slicing a car is stylized and experimental, not realistic violence against a person. It is more akin to fantasy or playful destruction, similar to video-game combat.

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“Can A Glowing 1000 Degree Sword Slice A Car In Half?”

What Parents Need to Know

Parents should know that this video is a stunt-based experiment where MrBeast uses a 1000-degree sword to slice a car. The content is purely for entertainment and does not include any educational value or safety warnings about handling hot objects or attempting similar experiments. Kids may be drawn to the dramatic visuals but could be misled into thinking such stunts are safe or easy to replicate. The video also includes a strong call-to-action to subscribe and mentions merchandise, which may encourage consumerism. On the positive side, it sparks curiosity about heat and materials, but parents should discuss the dangers of fire and sharp objects with their children.

Talk to Your Kids About

  1. 1Why do you think the sword was able to cut through the car? What happens to metal when it gets very hot?
  2. 2Have you ever seen someone do a dangerous experiment online? How can you tell if something is safe to try at home?
  3. 3What do you think MrBeast's video is trying to teach us, if anything? Is it just for fun or is there a lesson?
  4. 4If you wanted to learn about how heat affects different materials, where could you find safe information?
Can A Glowing 1000 Degree Sword Slice A Car In Half?
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What's This Video About?

WILL THE SWORD CUT RIGHT THRU THE CAR????? New Merch - https://mrbeast.store Check out Viewstats! - https://www.viewstats.com/ SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG In this experiment video I see if a 1000 degree car is possible. The sword was giant so the heat transfered weird lol For any questions or inquiries regarding this video please reach out to chucky@mrbeastbusiness.com ---------------------------------------------------------------- ► FOLLOW BOTH THESE AND I WILL HAVE YOUR KIDS! • Twitter - https://twitter.com/MrBeastYT • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mrbeast --------------------------------------------------------------------

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this video appropriate for?

The recommended age is 10 and up. The content is a stunt-based experiment with a glowing hot sword that could inspire dangerous imitation, and younger children may not understand the risks involved.

Is this video educational?

No, the video is purely for entertainment and does not provide any educational context about heat, metal, or safety. It focuses on the dramatic visual of a sword cutting a car.

Does the video contain any violence or weapons?

The video features a large sword being heated to 1000 degrees and used to slice a car, which is a form of realistic violence with a weapon. However, it is presented as an experiment and not as a threat to people.

Are there any hidden advertisements or sponsored content?

Yes, the video includes a mention of merchandise and a call-to-action to subscribe, which are forms of promotion. There is also a reference to Viewstats, which may be a sponsored tool.

Could my child try to imitate this stunt?

Yes, there is a risk of imitation, especially for younger children who may not understand the dangers of high heat and sharp objects. The video does not include any safety warnings, so parents should discuss the risks with their child.

Does the video use manipulative tactics to get views?

The video uses engagement baiting with a dramatic title and thumbnail, and includes a strong call-to-action to subscribe. This can encourage compulsive watching, but the content itself is straightforward.

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