Watchly Safety Review

Returning Destroyed Rental Cars Prank

MrBeast

10:30 · 37.5M views · July 27, 2018

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Some ConcernsReviewed June 2026

2Moderate Concerns

3Minor Flags

This video is not safe for children due to its promotion of destructive pranks and deceptive behavior. While it may entertain older teens with its over-the-top humor and celebrity cameo (MrBeast), it normalizes vandalism, lying to authority figures, and reckless driving, which are poor role models for younger viewers.

Content Breakdown · 5 Categories

Strong & Crude LanguageA little

Mild profanity such as 'what the is that?' and exclamations like 'Oh god!' appear, but no heavy swearing or slurs.

See evidence (2)

“what the is that?”00:30

“Oh god!”01:10

Parasocial & Emotional ManipulationA little

Mild coercive language like 'subscribe or I take your dog' and 'if they don't subscribe, these guys are gonna beat you up' is used jokingly but could be seen as manipulative.

See evidence (2)

“SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG”00:00

“If they don't subscribe, these guys are gonna beat you up”02:15

Toxic Behavior ModelingA little

The prank involves deception and destruction of property, but it is ultimately revealed and the subject reacts positively; still models potentially harmful prank behavior.

See evidence (2)

“Returning a destroyed car and pretending it's the rental”03:00

04:30

Engagement Baiting & Manipulative CTAsSome

Manipulative calls-to-action like 'SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG' and threats of beating for not subscribing are used to coerce engagement.

See evidence (2)

“SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG”00:00

“If they don't subscribe, these guys are gonna beat you up”02:15

Low-Quality, Extreme & Stunt ContentSome

The entire video is an extreme stunt: destroying a car for views, which fits low-quality sensational content.

See evidence (2)

“Destroying a car with sledgehammers”01:00

“Returning a trashed car as a prank”03:30

What Parents Need to Know

Parents should be aware that this video features a group of young adults renting a car, intentionally destroying it in a junkyard, and then returning it to the dealership while pretending it was an accident. The prank involves lying to dealership employees, causing distress, and encouraging viewers to find the deception funny. On the positive side, the video does include a brief moment where the prank is revealed and the employees react with relief, and it ends with a charitable gesture (buying the destroyed car for $300). However, the overall message glorifies property damage and dishonesty, which can be confusing for children who may not understand the staged nature of the content.

Talk to Your Kids About

1Why do you think the pranksters decided to tell the dealership workers it was a prank at the end? How do you think the workers felt during the prank?
2What are some ways to have fun with friends that don't involve lying or damaging other people's property?
3If you saw someone doing this in real life, what would you do? Why is it important to treat others' belongings with respect?
4The video mentions 'Mr. Beast' and 'Ninja'—do you think these celebrities would approve of this prank? Why or why not?

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What's This Video About?

YOU WON'T BELIEVE HOW THE MANAGER REACTED LOL In this video we returned car in an experiement. If you diy this, be careful lol 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 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?

This video is recommended for ages 13 and up. The content involves destructive pranks, lying, and reckless behavior that younger children may imitate or find confusing, while teens are more likely to understand it as staged entertainment.

Does the video contain any violence or dangerous behavior?

Yes, the video shows a car being intentionally destroyed with hammers and other tools, and the prank involves pretending to have been in a car accident. While no one is physically harmed, the behavior models vandalism and dishonesty.

Is there any language or crude humor in the video?

There is mild crude language (e.g., 'beat the crap out of it') and some immature jokes, but no strong profanity. The tone is playful but may include phrases that are not suitable for very young children.

Does the video promote lying or deception?

Yes, the entire premise is based on deceiving dealership employees into believing the car was accidentally destroyed. While the prank is eventually revealed, the video still encourages viewers to find the deception amusing.

Is there any educational value in this video?

The video has minimal educational value. It may spark discussions about ethics, honesty, and the consequences of pranks, but it does not teach any academic or practical skills.

Are there any positive messages in the video?

At the end, the pranksters buy the destroyed car for $300, which could be seen as a small gesture of responsibility. However, this is overshadowed by the overall destructive and deceptive nature of the prank.