Netflix is reportedly in early talks with BuzzFeed to air live episodes of the popular YouTube series Hot Ones, hosted by Sean Evans.
The show, which forces celebrities to answer questions while eating progressively spicier chicken wings, has gained massive popularity on YouTube, becoming a notable stop for A-listers during press tours. Past guests include stars like Jennifer Lawrence, Paul Rudd, Ariana Grande, Ryan Reynolds, and Will Smith.
While nothing has been confirmed, the plan would involve Evans hosting live episodes of Hot Ones specifically created for Netflix. If the deal goes through, this would add to Netflix’s growing lineup of live content, which already includes sporting events, comedy specials, and offbeat talk shows.
The potential partnership reflects Netflix’s push to diversify its live content offerings and capture a wider audience, building on the success of recent shows like John Mulaney’s Everybody’s in L.A.
Hot Ones, currently streaming on Hulu, would mark a significant addition to Netflix’s evolving live slate, which also includes live wrestling and NFL games in the near future.
