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Homeless Man Buys A Lamborghini

MrBeast

14:20 · 206.1M views · April 18, 2019

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Some ConcernsReviewed June 2026

2Moderate Concerns

4Minor Flags

This video is safe for most kids but promotes materialism and reckless behavior, as it follows a YouTuber buying a Lamborghini while pretending to be homeless. The positive side includes a genuine moment of accountability when the creator accidentally hits a car and compensates the owner with $9,000, teaching responsibility. However, the video glorifies wealth, includes dangerous driving stunts, and uses manipulative clickbait framing that may confuse younger viewers.

Content Breakdown · 6 Categories

Hidden Advertising & Sponsored ContentA little

The video includes a clear, transparent call to buy merchandise at shopmrbeast.com, which is disclosed in the description and at the end. This is standard creator commerce, not hidden advertising. No undisclosed sponsorships or deceptive promotions are present.

See evidence (2)

“Please go to shopmrbeast.com and buy some merch, so I can not be homeless.”End of video

“New Merch - https://mrbeast.store (in description)”

Materialism & Wealth FlexingSome

The video centers on buying a $200,000+ Lamborghini and includes wealth-flexing elements like 'flexing on them' and 'we're flexing on them' when kids react. However, the overall narrative subverts materialism by giving away $9,000 and returning the car, with the creator stating he'd rather spend money on other videos and do good things. The flexing is presented as part of the social experiment rather than genuine endorsement.

See evidence (3)

“Yo, look at those kids, dude. We're flexing on them - They're freaking out.”Mid-video (flexing on kids)

“Driving a car that costs over $200,000 is literally stressful. I'd rather spend that money on other videos and do good things with it.”End of video (rejecting materialism)

“I really have no interest in super expensive cars like this.”

Parasocial & Emotional ManipulationA little

The video includes mild parasocial elements typical of MrBeast content, such as the creator framing himself as relatable ('I'm homeless') and directly addressing viewers to buy merch. However, there is no guilt-tripping, manufactured drama, or emotional dependence extraction. The tone is lighthearted and transparent.

See evidence (1)

“As you saw in this video, I'm homeless. Please go to shopmrbeast.com and buy some merch, so I can not be homeless.”End of video

Toxic Behavior ModelingA little

The video includes minor toxic behavior modeling: Garrett accidentally hits a car, and the group jokes about it. However, they immediately take responsibility, wait 7 hours for the owner, and give $9,000 in compensation. The overall message is accountability and generosity, not glorification of harm.

See evidence (2)

“Garrett literally hit a car. Let's meet that person and buy her whatever car she wants.”Mid-video (car accident and resolution)

“We waited for you since 10:00 AM this morning. 'Cause we felt bad.”

Engagement Baiting & Manipulative CTAsA little

The video includes a mild engagement-baiting CTA in the description: 'SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG.' This is presented humorously and is typical for the channel. No guilt-tripping, superstition, or fake giveaways are present.

See evidence (1)

“SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG (in description)”Description

Low-Quality, Extreme & Stunt ContentSome

The video contains elements of stunt-driven content: buying a Lamborghini while homeless, camping in a parking garage for 7 hours, and giving away $9,000. However, these are framed as part of a social experiment and generosity narrative, not purely for shock value. The content has a clear purpose beyond the stunts.

See evidence (2)

“I was genuinely curious if people would treat me worse because I'm homeless”Beginning (premise)

“We waited for you since 10:00 AM this morning. 'Cause we felt bad.”Mid-video (waiting for car owner)

What Parents Need to Know

Parents should know that this video is a mix of entertainment and problematic themes. The creator, MrBeast, pretends to be homeless as a joke, which could trivialize real homelessness. The video heavily focuses on buying a luxury car, flexing wealth, and includes risky driving (e.g., hitting a parked car, driving recklessly). On the positive side, the creators take responsibility for the accident and generously compensate the car owner, modeling accountability. There is also a brief mention of veganism and a Twinkie-eating scene. The video contains no strong language, violence, or sexual content, but its materialism and stunt-based humor may not be suitable for younger children without discussion.

Talk to Your Kids About

1Why do you think the creator pretended to be homeless? Is that respectful to people who are actually homeless?
2What did you think about the decision to give $9,000 to the person whose car they hit? Was that fair?
3Do you think owning an expensive car like a Lamborghini makes someone happy? Why or why not?
4The video says 'I'd rather spend that money on other videos and do good things.' What kinds of good things could you do with a lot of money?

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What's This Video About?

I was genuinely curious if people would treat me worse because I’m homeless now buy my merch New Merch - https://mrbeast.store Check out Viewstats! - https://www.viewstats.com/ SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG For any questions or inquiries regarding this video please reach out to chucky@mrbeastbusiness.com ---------------------------------------------------------------- follow all of these or i will kick you • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MrBeast6000/ • 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 10 and up. Younger children may be confused by the fake homelessness and the emphasis on wealth, while older kids can better understand the satire and the accountability lesson.

Does the video contain any inappropriate language or violence?

No. The video has no strong language, violence, or sexual content. The only risky behavior is reckless driving (hitting a car) and stunt-like moments, but no one is harmed.

Is the creator actually homeless?

No. The creator, MrBeast, is a wealthy YouTuber. The 'homeless' claim is a joke and part of the video's clickbait premise. This might mislead younger viewers about the seriousness of homelessness.

Does the video promote materialism or spending money recklessly?

Yes, to some extent. The video centers on buying a $200,000 car and flexing wealth, which could encourage materialistic values. However, it also shows giving money away and taking responsibility for a mistake, balancing the message.

Is there any hidden advertising or sponsored content?

The video has a moderate risk of hidden advertising (score 0.30). The creator mentions his own merchandise at the end ('shopmrbeast.com'), which is a clear call to action. There is no other obvious sponsorship.

What educational value does this video have?

The video offers limited educational value. It can spark discussions about wealth, responsibility, and the ethics of pranks. The moment where the creators compensate the car owner teaches accountability, but overall, it's primarily entertainment.