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Giving 3,000,000 Pennies To My 3,000,000th Subscriber

MrBeast

10:10 · 8.9M views · February 22, 2018

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Some ConcernsReviewed June 2026

4Moderate Concerns

6Minor Flags

This video is not safe for children due to pervasive crude language, sexual references, and manipulative content. While the core premise of surprising a subscriber with $30,000 in pennies is creative and could teach about generosity, the video is marred by jokes about pornography, genitalia, and drug use, as well as a fake ending that undermines trust. Parents should note that the video also includes a strong push for subscriptions and merchandise sales.

Content Breakdown · 10 Categories

Strong & Crude LanguageSome

The transcript contains multiple instances of strong profanity and crude language, including the f-word and sexual innuendo, though it is not the dominant feature of the video.

See evidence (3)

“shut the [ __ ]”

“I thought we were shooting a porno”

“what has a head and Tails put no legs up any I'm leaving”

Sexual References & Suggestive ContentSome

The transcript includes several sexual innuendos and suggestive comments, such as references to a porno, a dildo, and a crude joke about a penis, which are inappropriate for young viewers.

See evidence (3)

“I thought we were shooting a porno”

“how many pennies would it cost to see your penis”

“I really like your dildo micro thank you it out responds well to stroking I want to stroke it”

Substance Use & Sports BettingA little

There is a brief mention of vaping in a hypothetical context, but it is not glorified or promoted; no sports betting or gambling references are present.

See evidence (1)

“if I ever vape on thirty thousand dollars”

Hidden Advertising & Sponsored ContentA little

The video includes a plug for Viewstats and a merch store, but these are disclosed in the description; however, the line 'subscribe for a free car' may be misleading and could be considered a manipulative CTA rather than hidden advertising.

See evidence (2)

“Check out Viewstats! - https://www.viewstats.com/”

“NEW Merch Store! - https://mrbeast.store”

Materialism & Wealth FlexingA little

The video centers on giving away a large amount of money (3 million pennies), which inherently involves wealth display, but it is framed as a celebration for a subscriber milestone rather than pure flexing.

See evidence (1)

“we have three million pennies and we're going to deliver it to my 3 million subscriber”

Parasocial & Emotional ManipulationA little

The video uses mild parasocial language by addressing the subscriber directly and implying a personal relationship, but it is not heavily manipulative.

See evidence (1)

“subscribe who knows we might do this again my 4 million subscribers cough cough”

Toxic Behavior ModelingA little

The video includes a joke about dropping out of college and watching YouTube all day, which could model irresponsible behavior, but it is presented humorously and not as serious advice.

See evidence (1)

“see mom I told you dropping out of college was a good idea and watching YouTube all day worked for them too”

Human Objectification & Sexualizing LanguageA little

The transcript includes a joke about a dildo and a crude penis joke, which objectify body parts in a sexualized manner, though not directed at a specific person.

See evidence (2)

“I really like your dildo micro thank you it out responds well to stroking I want to stroke it”

“how many pennies would it cost to see your penis”

Engagement Baiting & Manipulative CTAsSome

The video uses manipulative engagement tactics, including a misleading 'subscribe for a free car' promise and a guilt-tripping CTA to subscribe for future giveaways.

See evidence (2)

“SUBSCRIBE FOR A FREE CAR”

“subscribe who knows we might do this again my 4 million subscribers cough cough”

Low-Quality, Extreme & Stunt ContentSome

The video is a stunt-based giveaway involving 3 million pennies, which is extreme and designed for shock value, fitting the low-quality stunt content category.

See evidence (1)

“we have three million pennies and we're going to deliver it to my 3 million subscriber”

What Parents Need to Know

Parents should be aware that this video contains multiple instances of strong language (e.g., 'shit,' 'ass'), sexual references (e.g., jokes about pornography, a 'dildo,' and asking how many pennies to see a penis), and a mention of vaping. The video also features a fake ending where the creator pretends to take back the money, which could confuse or mislead younger viewers. On the positive side, the video highlights a generous act and could spark discussions about money, savings, and helping others. However, the overall tone is chaotic and adult-oriented, with frequent engagement baiting ('subscribe') and a push to buy merchandise.

Talk to Your Kids About

1What did you think about the surprise of giving someone $30,000 in pennies? How do you think the subscriber felt?
2The video had some jokes that might not be appropriate for all ages. Can you identify a moment that felt uncomfortable or confusing?
3Why do you think the creator pretended to take the money back at the end? Is that honest?
4If you received a large amount of money, what would you do with it? How would you plan to use or save it?

Giving 3,000,000 Pennies To My 3,000,000th Subscriber

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What's This Video About?

I GAVE HIM 3,000,000 PENNIES LOL SUBSCRIBE FOR A FREE CAR NEW Merch Store! - https://mrbeast.store Check out Viewstats! - https://www.viewstats.com/ 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/MrBeast • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mrbeast/ --------------------------------------------------------------------

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this video appropriate for?

The video is recommended for ages 13 and up due to strong language, sexual references, and manipulative content. Younger children may be confused by the adult humor and fake ending.

Does the video contain any sexual content?

Yes, there are sexual references, including jokes about pornography, a 'dildo,' and a question about how many pennies to see a penis. These are not explicit but are inappropriate for younger viewers.

Is there any violence or dangerous behavior in the video?

No realistic violence or dangerous challenges are present. However, there is a moment where someone is hit with a bag of pennies, but it's played for comedy and not harmful.

What is the educational value of this video?

The video has limited educational value but could spark discussions about money management, generosity, and the weight of coins. It also shows the logistics of moving a large amount of pennies.

Does the video include any hidden advertising or sponsors?

Yes, the creator promotes his own merchandise (hoodies) and repeatedly asks viewers to subscribe. There is no external sponsor mentioned, but the self-promotion is persistent.

Is the video's ending fake or misleading?

Yes, the creator pretends to take back the pennies and says the video was faked, but then reveals it was a joke. This could be confusing for younger children and may undermine trust in the content.