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Survive 30 Days Chained To Your Ex, Win $250,000

0h 37m video Published Sep 13, 2025 Transcribed Jul 28, 2026 MrBeast MrBeast
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"Delivers exactly what the title promises: they survive 30 days chained and win the $250,000 prize."

AI Summary

Two exes, Suzie and Josh, are handcuffed together for 30 days in a challenge to win $250,000. The video documents their struggles with proximity, emotional confrontations, and offers to shorten the chain for additional money, culminating in a lie detector test and a final decision that tests their trust and potential reconciliation.

[00:00]
Challenge Introduction

Suzie and Josh, exes of four years, are handcuffed together for 30 days. They can quit by crossing a red line, but lose everything. The chain starts at 50 feet.

[03:26]
First Offer: Chain Shrink

After 5 days, they are offered a shorter chain (50 ft, 30 ft, or 25 ft) with added money. They choose the 25 ft chain for $25,000.

[07:43]
Emotional Conflict

Arguments arise over respect and past issues. They agree to reset and focus on surviving the challenge.

[08:24]
Furniture Rearrangement

On day 10, they can move furniture closer to each other as the chain shrinks. They also receive Feastables chocolate milk.

[10:59]
Relationship Discussion

Suzie and Josh talk about their breakup: mismatched expectations and feelings of loneliness. Suzie admits she was still in love when she broke up.

[13:02]
Day 15 Offer: Outdoor Space

They are offered an outdoor space if they switch to a 10-foot chain. They decline, leading to Josh's disappointment.

[14:47]
Mystery Door Reveal: Teslas

They pay $25,000 and shrink to a 5-foot chain to open the Mystery Door, revealing two Teslas.

[22:25]
Josh Plans a Date

Josh arranges a romantic date with candles, leading to emotional closeness.

[23:49]
Final Twist: Individual Keys

Each gets a key to unlock their cuffs. They can steal the entire prize pool. A lie detector test follows.

[24:34]
Lie Detector Test

Josh admits he would steal the $250,000. Suzie reveals she stopped loving him at some point. They discuss their future.

[28:52]
Chain Shrinks to 4 Feet

After the lie detector, the chain shrinks to 4 feet. Tensions rise as Josh considers taking all the money.

[32:31]
Engagement Ring Revelation

Josh confesses he had saved for an engagement ring but sold it for a motorcycle after the breakup.

[34:47]
Final Countdown

With 17 minutes left, they decide not to steal. Josh asks Suzie for a real date outside. They split the $250,000 and keep the Teslas.

The challenge forces the ex-couple to confront their past, leading to emotional growth and potential reconciliation. They successfully complete 30 days, splitting the prize and agreeing to go on a date.

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Study Flashcards (6)

How long were Suzie and Josh together?

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Four years.

What was the first offer on day 5?

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A shorter chain (50 ft, 30 ft, or 25 ft) with added money.

03:26

What did Josh sell after the breakup?

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An engagement ring to buy a motorcycle.

32:44

What did Suzie admit during the lie detector about her feelings?

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She admitted she stopped loving Josh at some point.

27:44

How much did they pay to open the Mystery Door?

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$25,000 from their prize pool.

18:53

What was behind the Mystery Door?

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Two Teslas.

19:11

💡 Key Takeaways

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Challenge Begins

Sets up the premise of two exes handcuffed for 30 days for a $250,000 prize.

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Breakup Emotional Reveal

Suzie admits she was still in love when she broke up, revealing deep unresolved feelings.

11:12
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Tesla Win

The high-stakes decision to pay $25,000 for a mystery door results in two luxury cars, a pivotal moment.

14:47
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Lie Detector Test

Josh's admission that he would steal the money adds tension and reveals trust issues.

24:34
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Engagement Ring Secret

Josh reveals he planned to propose, showing the depth of past commitment.

32:31
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Final Date Offer

Josh asks Suzie for a real date, indicating potential reconciliation after 30 days.

36:13

[00:00] They had a four-year romantic relationship and now they're exes. I will give them $250,000.

[00:16] She broke up with me. but once you clip on the handcuffs, the 30 day challenge has begun. - Oh, gosh. - They're both handcuffed.

[00:30] if either of you decide to quit by crossing this red line, The video is over, but neither of you wins anything. My ex-boyfriend? Really, Jimmy?

[00:43] - What’s up, dude? - Hi. Oh. Where are we? You can hang out. You can workout.

[00:57] And most importantly, you're probably wondering, Oh, no. Yeah, if you take it off at any point, the video is over.

[01:13] But what if she has to use the toilet. - Yeah, and you're kinda stuck with me. - Yeah. Actually, Suzie has been through this kind of challenge before

[01:29] But this time, she's trapped with someone she knows a little too well. do we even wanna be eating together?

[01:41] I don't know. so I feel like it's time to get my honest thoughts out there. We dated four years. We're broken up for three,

[01:54] At some point, someone's gonna have to start saying something. Well, you might as well leave it on now.

[02:10] and our exes are still trying to find their own rhythm. You fed me. That equals happy woman. And that's exactly what they're choosing to do.

[02:24] and I was feeling a little scared. She really should be. Because this chain will shrink, and these two exes will be forced to confront each other.

[02:37] But for now, just living together is proving to be pretty difficult. With the disgusting pan grease all over me.

[02:55] On that note, I'm gonna go lock myself away in the shower. She deserves it. You broke up with me. I want to acclimate a little bit more before just yapping.

[03:13] I'm ready for some action 'cause right now, this is the vibe. I wonder if a shorter chain would bring them closer together,

[03:26] It's day five, and time for the first offer. 'Cause we can be. It's just like, I'm getting kind of used to her being here.

[03:39] It's hard to even like, really talk about things. To celebrate five days of being chained together, Your chain is about to shrink no matter what.

[03:52] Offer #1 is a 50 foot chain, Offer #2 is a 30 foot chain, your current chain cut in half.

[04:04] And if you choose this one, we will add $25,000 to your prize pool. If you guys wanna make $25,000 while sitting around in here No, that's so short.

[04:16] I mean I was around you for four years for free. An extra 10K. I'm with it. Let's do it.

[04:31] Oh, gosh. Cheers. Well we still have 25 days,

[04:44] Like, we haven't bumped into the issue of it being too short yet. It'll probably happen in a very short amount of time. Oh!

[04:58] We are already having problems. Even right now, Josh is showering while I'm sitting at the table. but the chain doesn't reach the bed anymore.

[05:11] At 4 a.m. got woken up by Josh to go to the bathroom. [groans] The chain being shorter, it's very uncomfortable in here.

[05:23] My God, 6 feet distance at all times please. You just got your sweat all over my forehead. Hey, I’m kind of walking!

[05:41] [mocking voice] My name is Suzie. I think this challenge might be easier if it was with a stranger.

[05:53] but you're absolutely insane. - It's not disrespect. - You're being mean. This morning I started with a comment, and then we kept having an issue about it.

[06:08] the problem with the comment was that you're like, To also point fun at me. Bro, you're actually delusional.

[06:25] Suzie in the psych ward.

[06:39] It's been an absolute fiasco. "No, no. Just a comment. I'm not hating on you." - You know what’s crazy? - You.

[06:55] Let's see if we go one day without Josh pissing me off. You keep saying things to embarrass me, and I don't appreciate it. when who knows how many people are watching us!

[07:10] I'm not thinking in bits right now, You're the star and I'm the accessory. Josh is the one who did it. Josh pissed me off. It's Josh's fault.

[07:26] Because I feel like you're saying things that make me wanna die. But the only way that we're gonna kill that now is to let that be yesterday.

[07:43] I'm certain that you do as well. Yeah. We're not gonna survive this if it keeps going like today did.

[07:57] We're just in here to survive, win money, and then never speak again.

[08:11] Fresh start? And though they agreed to get along for the sake of the challenge, I wanted to see just how committed they were on the next check-in day.

[08:24] To celebrate, we’re going to-- - Woohoo! - Yay! But before we do that,

[08:37] obviously, shortening the chain last time led to some personal space issues. the two of you will have an opportunity to make a lot of money, for one time only, I'm gonna unbolt the furniture,

[08:52] Oh. Can't wait. Alright, alright, alright!

[09:05] Alright. You have until midnight tonight to move whatever you want around. Yeah, rotate, rotate, rotate.

[09:19] Suzie and Josh moved all the furniture within each area closer to each other, This is our bathroom and our bed. It's survivable.

[09:34] And to sweeten the deal, I gave them one more surprise. We got a fridge full of our brand new Feastables! Sorry, guys. This is our first time revealing our chocolate milk.

[09:48] That's good. and loaded with vitamins A, D, and potassium. at Walmart, 7-Eleven, and Speedway locations nationwide.

[10:03] This is the best part of the whole challenge. moving the furniture put Josh and Suzie in a better mood. The chain shrunk 10 feet, and so far today we haven't had any problems with it.

[10:17] Ok. the chain was actually starting to bring them closer. We're super bored today and we've eaten a lot of Lunchly,

[10:30] And now I present to you the first Lunchly heart in the world. as I wanted to walk on the treadmill. We should be working together to get out of here.

[10:45] - Friends? - Friends. why didn't they work out in the first place? Hey Suzie, can we talk?

[10:59] You wanted to go do other things that didn't line up with what I was doing. I felt as if I had to be sharing with you what I wanted all the time.

[11:12] Honestly, I think if I were to entertain something again… I would need to feel that it's like, very different than before. Bawling my eyes out because I was so alone.

[11:30] I started crying. Searching it up every other week. after being a part of it for so long.

[11:46] Felt like my heart split in two. Don't cry.

[12:00] I was still madly in love with you when I broke up with you. [chuckling] What?

[12:15] I feel like this challenge is allowing me to see Josh in a whole new light. eye opening. is not a good representation of what life is in the real world.

[12:32] this was still a 30-day challenge, Literally gave up my entire life outside of here to be here. Bro, I haven’t been outside in two weeks. My whole life is outside.

[12:49] If I had to pay to get outside access, I would not do that. I don't feel well. Mentally. we had the perfect solution to their biggest problem.

[13:02] For day 15, we wanted to offer you guys an outdoor space. I'm giving you the chance to unlock the outdoors and double your space. But here's the catch:

[13:15] you're gonna have to switch to a 10-foot chain. We might have a better view of like the sunset or even sunrise. If we take this off for just getting to go outside,

[13:30] We shouldn't do it, and we can easily sacrifice not having sunlight. further down the line. Ten feet halfway through though means

[13:43] You guys have had time to talk about it. Are you taking the day 15 offer? Alright well, go back inside.

[13:55] - I'm up. I’m in, I’m in. - 10, 9, 8, 7… Alright. Do you feel regretful now that we jumped inside?

[14:07] Turning down the day 15 offer really took a toll on Josh. It’s a little bit, um, depressing today.

[14:19] Having nothing change about our daily life. The day that we were expecting something big to happen, nothing happened.

[14:31] Well hopefully the Mystery Door whatever it is, it’s something good. Oh my gosh, there's Teslas back there. Suzie has faced a mystery challenge.

[14:47] that had $50,000 and her favorite car, a Tesla. Oh, I wanna cry. That's literally my dream. If it's a Tesla behind those doors,

[15:01] But for Josh, the excitement of the Mystery Door [groan] Violence, bro.

[15:15] Josh was having a hard time today, pulling your partner along when they're having a bad day. but I decided to make him breakfast this morning

[15:29] For you! Yeah. Friendship?

[15:43] Part of me is wondering what that meant. tryna figure that out. Josh was so confused and desperate to understand Suzie's gesture I mean, the one thing that he hated most in the entire world…

[16:00] “When it comes to the intricate dance the women are in control. Their actions were often subtle. All were definitive signals that a woman was interested and approachable.”

[16:14] Suzie was wondering what was behind the Mystery Door. Maybe we should make Jimmy some banana bread.

[16:26] Thanks. Can't wait for the chapter of my “Men's Guide to Women”

[16:40] The book says if she wants you, these are the signals: repeatedly glancing at you. She likes me.

[16:56] Every once in a while. I never was able to throw away a single thing from our relationship. The night before we leave here is when I’ll tell you.

[17:12] He kept most of the stuff from when we dated, Let's just say there's a big reason it's a secret. If there's anything keeping me here ‘til the end of this challenge,

[17:27] It's day 20, and it's time to spice things up a little bit. In front of you are five ways you can open this Mystery Door.

[17:39] revealing an offer under each platter. whatever's behind the Mystery Door is yours. But just remember, you might be saying no to the best deal on the table.

[17:55] Option #1, you pay $50,000. - What do you think? - I think we say no to this. Offer #2, $100,000 out of your prize pool.

[18:13] I think we get rid of this again. Minus 25,000, and your chain goes to 5 feet. Oh, God.

[18:28] Oh, this is hard! Before you make a decision, where you said no to the mystery box and a Tesla?

[18:41] I can't see anything. What if it's a little Tessy? Let's take this… for you.

[18:53] Alright, they have officially accepted the offer! My next offer was minus 25,000, but your chain stays the same length. They shrunk their chain to 5 feet, they paid 25,000…

[19:11] Teslas! [screaming] Jimmy!! I’m actually gonna cry!

[19:27] This is a $40,000 car. It's like a redemption arc!

[19:39] She's excited. I'm excited because we just launched our brand new creation for Feastables: Absolutely insane.

[19:51] Just clean, high quality ingredients. Sour Strike Gummies are now available at Target, 7-Eleven, and Speedway locations nationwide.

[20:04] But don't forget these Teslas do come at a cost. Alright. This chain can't get shorter.

[20:17] Oh… it can. That actually looks good. I think the best way to wash this down is with some Feastables chocolate milk

[20:29] It tastes phenomenal. Has 13 grams of protein. I'll see you in 5 days to shrink your chain again. See you guys.

[20:44] Ok, gentle movements. Suzie and I have discovered the fun reality that This chain is really annoying. I can't even bring my hand up.

[20:58] [groaning] This 5-foot chain does not allow us to do two different tasks at the same time. This is gonna get old real fast.

[21:14] It doesn’t reach in the shower. As he patiently waited outside the bathroom,

[21:26] "Be a gentleman. Pull out her chair…" "Open doors. Put the woman at the center of any conversation…" "Briefly touch her forearm when you ask her to dance…

[21:43] What the heck are we gonna do when we get out of here? [laughing] But it was the final chapter that focused on their key issue.

[21:55] That's where I completely screwed my entire relationship. I had to be sharing with you the smallest of expectations. I didn't continue planning dates that made her feel special and important,

[22:11] I think she wants a date. So when Josh asked to speak to a producer in private about a date, Aw! You do look handsome.

[22:25] We got candles. They got real candles. Aw, this is so nice. Thank you, sir.

[22:41] We are emotionally getting closer again. I think it's scary 'cause how it ended the first time. I think this is a step in the right direction though.

[22:54] Yeah. Ok. Cheers.

[23:08] This has been a good time to reconcile. Kind of figure out the other person again. The idea of him intrigues me.

[23:23] It was probably one of the most fun days that we've had in here. I'm feeling real nervous 'cause I don't know what is gonna come next.

[23:35] We're about to fundamentally change this entire video Yeah, I hate this. My heart is beating. That's all you.

[23:49] Up until this point, And if at any point between now and the end of the video you actually get all $250,000 and both Teslas.

[24:06] Grab your key. and the other person gets $0. I'm actually scared now. I'm gonna always be on edge.

[24:20] Oh and on top of this, every single day going forward Oh. Oh, gosh.

[24:34] Because now you can take the handcuffs off at any point. You probably wanna know what's truly going on in his mind. Bring in the lie detector.

[24:48] Nope. We brought in a lie detecting professional. This is where the video gets fun.

[25:00] We combed through your vlog footage and crafted questions if she should stick it out in this video or leave today. Have you ever doubted my loyalty to you?

[25:19] Even though she broke up with you? No. He really trusts you.

[25:31] Brace yourself. Since being here, have you thought you might be better off single? - No? - No.

[25:44] We're not giving you that one, buddy. So it's a lie? Let's keep going! The questions get better as we go!

[25:59] Would you steal the entire $250,000? Yeah, you reacted a little bit to that one. We just need a yes or no.

[26:15] Is he telling the truth? If there were no hard feelings… Does that make you wanna take your chain off?

[26:27] How do you feel now that you got some hard hitting answers? But then it was Josh's turn to ask Suzie some questions. I'm ready.

[26:44] Have you hidden something from me you knew would hurt? If you knew, like, how close I got with someone else

[26:58] Ok. Something to talk about. Ok. Do you believe that I hold you back in any way?

[27:13] - True. - The future outside of here… It's hard to see that fully in this moment. In your perfect future. am I in it?

[27:28] True. In a perfect future, I'm in it. I feel like you’d have to show me how it is to, you know, date again.

[27:44] We're getting some interesting answers over here. Are you gonna unchain yourself?

[27:56] No. Did you stop loving me?

[28:10] No. Boom! Yeah he’s grilling me!

[28:25] Alright, now you guys have a lot of things you need to discuss. The lie detector was pretty crazy. was the one that you said yes to with taking the money.

[28:38] Like, Suzie already won like 200 grand. So what? I'm still in here putting in the same amount. Today, we were given a gift.

[28:52] I could literally leave this room with all the money. That’d be the perfect revenge story! - A 4-foot chain? - 4-foot chain!

[29:05] Oh wow. What is this? You guys are gonna be able to talk and say how you really feel. Oh, alright. Should I pull the chain?

[29:19] Ok! When he said that he would take the money and the whole breakup still,

[29:32] has been the option to take my cuff off right now. as if he deserves it more or something. We are only a few days out from the end of this challenge,

[29:48] You don't plan on walking outta here with 250 grand? Josh might literally steal the entire $250,000 prize pool.

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[30:59] as both of them had a lot on their mind. Suzanne, you’re slow, and it pisses me off sometimes. Josh keeps making me do the activity he wants to do

[31:14] This isn't very nice. - From 4 feet-- - To 3 feet! without Josh literally hovering over me at all times is driving me crazy.

[31:30] Stop that! Josh, let me out! - This man-- - I need water! I just needed something to drink!

[31:44] So annoying, bro. Ooh what? That's so short! A little bump in the kitchen used to be, "Oh sorry, my bad."

[32:01] I just wanna get out of here. Josh today randomly brought up this thing where he said, He kind of made me a little concerned that he's just gonna walk out at any point.

[32:17] Yay! Yeah, sleep was awful last night. Josh, I don't know if this is the time to tell Suzie,

[32:31] One thing in particular I had to sell… Ok, so the last 8 months of us dating…

[32:44] I was saving for an engagement ring, that I ended up buying. But my plan was on your family vacation, I was gonna propose under the waterfall.

[32:58] And we broke up before that happened. When we broke up, I sold the ring and I bought a motorcycle. I actually don't know what to say. You had an engagement ring for me?

[33:15] I mean, he got a motorcycle out of it. This is a 1-foot chain. This is exactly how much time you have left.

[33:29] It has been a day today. It was that he had an engagement ring sitting there waiting for me at home!

[33:42] I do see that future with Josh again. Waah! Nice! I think overall, the experience has been amazing.

[34:00] I’m probably more so dying to get out of here. On the lie detector he asked me if I would take my cuff off early, So I have been scared the last few days that he might actually take his cuff off.

[34:18] $250,000 would be more so life changing than say half of that. When we broke up for a very long time, I felt very lost and alone.

[34:32] I think it'd be fair for me to take the money from her. Our countdown clock. we'll wake up with 17 minutes until Jimmy arrives.

[34:47] Remember like 3 years ago when you broke up with me? Mhm. and then we wouldn't talk ever again.

[35:02] Three seconds on the clock. he wins the entire $250,000 and both of the Teslas.

[35:16] Ten minutes left on the timer! Let's see if someone steals everything. It's actually time. It feels fake. Suzie this could be your 125 grand, Josh that could be your 125 grand.

[35:28] And just a reminder, this is what you said during the lie detector. Do you believe that I hold you back in any way? Would you steal the entire $250,000?

[35:43] A minute and 12 seconds. - Are you going to? - It’s the ultimate revenge. Stop! Are you going to?!

[35:56] I might deserve all of it. Is there anything you'd wanna say to Suzie for when this video airs? And I carried that with me everywhere I went.

[36:13] that I couldn't move on and allow myself to love someone else. Can I take you on a real date when we leave? Ok.

[36:29] 3, 2, 1… Alright! Oh my gosh!

[36:42] Suzie, Josh, what's next for the two of you? Oh!

[36:56] Ok! Looks like they're happy now! I hope you guys enjoyed. Subscribe.

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