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The lineup for season six of the Circle has been revealed – with one unexpected twist.
The initial set of episodes of the popularsocial media contest’ will debut on Netflix on April 17, with the remaining part of the series coming out weekly until the finale on May 8.
Though the notifications will originate from a ‘new city’, we still expect some incredible Circle conversations as contestants strive to be the most well-liked person and win the $100,000 prize.
There is another significant change from previous seasons as the cast will include the ultimate catfish in the form of an AI robot, playing as ‘Max’.
Viewers were somewhat split over the news and turned to social media to talk about how ‘Max’ would fit into a game where personality is the most crucial element.
Reddit user Aulbayne wrote: ‘The A.I. bot pretending to be “Max” will definitely be intriguing to watch, and feels like a natural twist given the nature of this show! Only 2 weeks until the new season, exciting! :)’
Over on Twitter, Jamiee Rindy asked: ‘Adding an AI Bot is HILARIOUS, but my question is… Will they update the game format to encourage 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.’
While others predicted that the AI robot would somehow win the entire competition…
We wouldn’t put it past Max…
The bot will be going up against a string of new faces, including Steffi, Quori-Tyler, Myles, Lauren, Jordan, Kyle, Autumn and Cassie.
As always, there are some catfishes in the mix as Brandon is joining the game as ‘Olivia’, while Caress will be playing as ‘Paul’.
Michelle Buteau is returning to host the proceedings, and teased some drama ahead in a very cryptic trailer.
‘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 sixth season of The Circle will be available on Netflix starting from April 17.
