Overview

• ‘Pop the Balloon’ will air live on Netflix every Thursday at 8 p.m. ET starting April 10, 2025.
• The show, originally created by Arlette Amuli and Bolia Matundu on YouTube, has amassed over 100 million views.
• Hosted by Emmy-nominated actress Yvonne Orji, the live version introduces real-time eliminations and heightened drama.
• Reality TV stars Johnny Bananas, Chase DeMoor, Farrah Abraham, and Zaina Sesay are among the contestants joining everyday participants.
• Produced by Sharp Entertainment, the live series reflects Netflix's strategy to adapt viral digital content into engaging live programming.