The Circle’s sixth season cast has been revealed, including one significant surprise twist.
The first set of episodes of the hit’social media competition’ will premiere on Netflix on April 17, with the remainder of the series released weekly until the conclusion on May 8.
Although the notifications will be coming from a ‘new place,’ we can expect some epic Circle talks as competitors compete to be the most popular person and win $100,000.
Another significant departure from prior seasons is that the cast will include the ultimate catfish in the shape of an AI bot known as ‘Max’.
Viewers were split at the announcement, and they took to social media to argue how ‘Max’ could possible fit into a game where personality is the most crucial component.
Reddit user Aulbayne wrote: ‘The A.I. bot catfishing as “Max” will definitely be interesting to watch, and does feel like a natural twist considering the nature of this show! Only 2 weeks till the new season, exciting! :).’
Over on Twitter, Jamiee Rindy queried: ‘Adding an AI Bot is HILARIOUS, but my question is… Will they update the game format to incentivize more catfishing and/or catfish catching?? @CircleNetflix #TheCircle.’
Wil Justice posted: ‘So far, for the pre-season, I’m rooting for Quori (QT), Caress, and Jordan. I’m not so sure about this AI Robot thing…’
NataszaB joked: ‘The way ai is even coming for reality TV contestants jobs [sic].’
As Mike G posted: ‘The Circle having an AI robot compete is the best marketing they could have ever done #TheCircle.’
Some expected that the AI robot would win the entire show.
We wouldn’t put it past Max…
Steffi, Quori-Tyler, Myles, Lauren, Jordan, Kyle, Autumn, and Cassie will be among the newcomers to battle the bot.
As usual, there are some catfishes in the mix, with Brandon joining the game as ‘Olivia’ and Caress playing as ‘Paul’.
Michelle Buteau will emcee the proceedings, and a rather cryptic teaser hinted at some drama to come.
‘The ultimate social media challenge has returned,’ she began. ‘Players are hitting the Circle either as themselves or as a catfish – to connect, chat, strategize, plot and flirt their way to the top of this ruthless game of popularity, and win $100,000.
‘While you don’t need to be the smartest, this season we’re adding a bit more intelligence to the chat.
‘For the first time ever, an AI bot is playing the game as the ultimate catfish. Buckle up baby.’
The official synopsis reads: ‘New city. New twists. Same game. Catfish, connections and chaos await as new influencers enter the chat and compete for a huge cash prize.’
The Circle season six premieres on Netflix on April 17.
Source My Celebrity Life.