Netflix wants its own version of 'Survivor' starring a digital creator

Netflix wants its own version of 'Survivor' starring a digital creator

Netflix has mentioned "Survivor," pictured, in meetings for potential creator-led shows.Courtesy of Liz WilcoxNetflix is interested in competition shows starring creators on the heels of Amazon's hit "Beast Games."The streaming giant is entertaining riffs on "Survivor" and "The Bachelor."It's the latest example of media giants trying to borrow from YouTube's success.In the wake of Amazon's hit "Beast Games," starring MrBeast, Netflix has been so…

Netflix Wants Its Own 'Survivor' But It Has One Jeff Probst-sized Problem

Netflix is trying to cook up its own version of Survivor, and honestly, it sounds pretty fun – gripping tasks, the emotional Tribal Council’s and all the competitive chaos we love. But there’s one thing that hasn’t been nailed yet: the host. While making a show based on Survivor sounds like a good idea, bringing someone to host the show as good as Jeff Probst is still a huge task. He’s more than just the guy who helps players navigate challenges…