The Circle
Based on a British reality series of the same name, The Circle is a competition based on the concept of social media and "catfishing." Contestants move into the same apartment building but do not see each other face-to-face. Instead, they must communicate solely through their online profile on a specially made app where they are able to portray themself any way they choose.
Throughout the show, contestants must rate each other, with the two highest-rated contestants becoming "influencers," while the others are at risk of being blocked. Blocked players are eliminated from the game, and their true identity is revealed the following day to the remaining contestants.
The grand prize is $100,000 and the fan-favorite player wins $10,000. The Circle also has spin-offs based in France and Brazil. The American version is hosted by Michelle Buteau.
Network: Netflix
First Episode Date: January 1, 2020
The Circle winners:
- Joey Sasso (Season 1 winner)
- Sammie Cimarelli (Season 1 Fan Favorite winner)
Where to Watch: Netflix
Latest The Circle News and Updates
Darian and Jadejha Make Their 'Circle' Romance Official in Real Life (SPOILERS)
Darian and Jadejha from Season 7 of 'The Circle' are dating in real life!
Madelyn Responds to 'The Circle' Fans After Villain Strategy Wins Her No Love
Madelyn wrote, "The finale of 'The Circle' is out now." She added, "To the fans that I have DEEPLY offended — the last two slides are for you."
Season 7 of 'The Circle' Achieves a Historic Moment With Its Winner (SPOILERS)
Season 7 of 'The Circle' is officially ready to crown its winner!
Andy Glass's Metalcore Band Has a New Fanbase Thanks to Heather From 'The Circle' Season 7
Heather chose to catfish her 'The Circle' contestants as the rockstar.
Season 7 of 'The Circle' Introduces the "Disruptor" Power To Shake Up the Game
The disruptor power is new in Season 7.
Madelyn Rusinyak From 'The Circle' Was on a Different Reality Show Before This
Madelyn was on a romantic reality show before 'The Circle.'
Kevin Follows the Bro Code and Blocks His #CircleCrush in Season 7 of 'The Circle'
"Gianna wanted to send one of my bros home," Kevin says. "But no way was I gonna let that happen. #HadToCompromise."
Jojo and Nicky Scarlotta Are Ready to Take Netflix's 'The Circle' by Storm
Jojo and Nicky Scarlotta, aka the "Scarlotta Twins," are ready to win 'The Circle.'
Everything You Need To Know About When and Where To Watch Season 7 of 'The Circle'
Season 7 of 'The Circle' premieres on Sept. 11.
Meet the New Cast of Characters Ready to Stir Things Up on Season 7 of 'The Circle'
Season 7 of The Circle premieres Wednesday, September 11, on Netflix.
Season 7 of 'The Circle' Can't Come Fast Enough for Fans Who Want More #CircleDrama
Netflix announced plans for the future of ‘The Circle' before Season 6 ended.
Olivia Unleashes The "Most Painful" Block in Season 6 of 'The Circle' (SPOILERS)
As the "Secret Super Influencer," Olivia pulls off a major move in 'The Circle' by anonymously blocking a powerful player from the game.
[SPOILER] Revealed Being "In Shock" Upon Winning 'The Circle' Season 6 (EXCLUSIVE)
"It still hasn't hit me that it's happened," the 'Circle' Season 6 winner told 'Distractify.' "I was in shock because I was not expecting it at all!"
'The Circle' Host Michelle Buteau Breaks Tradition by Skipping Season 6 Finale
For the first time in 'The Circle' history, host Michelle Buteau doesn't make an appearance in the finale to announce the winner.
Netflix's 'The Circle' Features a Grand Prize That Only One Influencer Can Win at the End
It's not uncommon for reality competition shows to offer second place monetary prizes, but Netflix's 'The Circle' only rewards its winner.
Grab Your Popcorn! 'The Circle' Finale Promises Plenty of Nail-Biting Moments
'The Circle' finale sees the remaining players rate each other one final time, and the highest-rated player wins the game and $100,000 grand prize.
The Super Secret Influencer on 'The Circle' Has the Power To Change the Game Dramatically
"There's an opportunity now for me to really do something for me," the super secret influencer says.
Kyle and Paul Risk Being Blocked in 'The Circle' Season 6 (SPOILERS)
Kyle and Paul can either choose to stay in 'The Circle' or make a sacrifice by blocking themselves from the game to save the other.
Myles From 'The Circle' Jokes That Netflix Did Him Dirty Showing His Lack of Cooking Skills
"Clearly your boy is a DoorDash or Uber Eats kind of guy," Myles says.
Brandon Baker Dishes on His Decision to Play 'The Circle' as a Catfish (EXCLUSIVE)
"I've watched every season, every episode," Brandon exclusively told 'Distractify.' "I was like, 'If I ever did it, I would definitely want to be a catfish.'"
'The Circle's Filming Schedule Is Pretty Straightforward for Players Each Season
'The Circle' has a less strenuous filming schedule than some other reality competition shows.
'The Circle' Season 6 Contestant Kyle Fuller Opens up About the Loss of His Dad (SPOILERS)
'The Circle' Season 6 contestant Kyle Fuller lost his dad, Kyle Alton Fuller Sr., in May 2012. Despite not being a smoker, he died of lung cancer,
You Asked, We Answered: Can You Quit Netflix's 'The Circle'?
While no contestant has ever quit 'The Circle,' there's a likely chance that the players have the option to voluntarily leave or quit the game.
The First Blocking in Season 6 of 'The Circle' Is About Taking Down the AI (SPOILERS)
Myles is the only player on 'The Circle' who is in charge of the first blocking in Season 6.
There's Nothing Like a "Circle Alert" Twist To Throw Off Everyone's Game on 'The Circle'
The "ride or die" twist on 'The Circle' means two allies could be split up for good.
QT and Myles Are Flirting Their Way Through Season 6 of 'The Circle' (SPOILERS)
Quori-Tyler "QT" Bullock and Myles Reed are quickly becoming our favorite 'The Circle' showmance with their non-stop flirting and heartfelt gestures!
'The Circle' Season 6 Adds Excitement With Two New Cast Members (SPOILERS)
Season 6 of 'The Circle' spices things up by introducing viewers to two brand-new cast members, including Autumn Ann Nielsen and Jordan Staff.
Meet the Stand-up Comedian Behind Max the AI in Season 6 of 'The Circle' (SPOILERS)
"Someone from the casting team reached out to me," Griffin told 'Tudum,' adding that 'The Circle' producers wanted him "to be the face of the AI."
Meet 'The Circle' Contestant Cassie Saylor and Her Adorable Kids
Cassie Saylor, known from 'The Circle', has two daughters with her ex-husband. She's also a bonus mom to her fiancé Nathan's trio of little ones!
Who is the Voice of Max the AI Robot in 'The Circle'? He's Based on a Real Person
An AI robot is a twist no one saw coming on 'The Circle.' Learn who voices "him" on Season 6.
Kyle Fuller on 'The Circle' Season 6 Is a Married Professional Basketball Player in Real Life
Kyle Fuller is a professional basketball player who plays internationally, but everyone on 'The Circle' thinks he's a basketball trainer.
Lauren LaChant of 'The Circle' Fame Is an Ex-Twitch Streamer (SPOILERS)
"I definitely call myself a nerd. I game a lot, like 10 hours a day," Lauren LaChant reveals in 'The Circle.' "I used to stream video games online."
Caress Russell Is Playing 'The Circle' as Her Younger Brother — Who Is He?
Caress Russell is playing Season 6 of 'The Circle' as her younger brother Paul, a rapper and singer best known for his 2023 hit single "Lil Boo Thang."
'Circle' Message: Do You Have What It Takes To Be on the Ultimate Social Media Experiment?
'The Circle' often opens casting for "potential future seasons" even if there isn't a premiere date set.
'The Circle' Season 6: Myles Reed's Unique Career Could Be a Game-Changer (SPOILERS)
'The Circle' Season 6 cast member Myles Reed works as an AI engineer, and his expertise might give him an an edge over the AI contestant in the game.
'The Circle' Season 6 Contestant Quori-Tyler Is a Former Lakers Girl
Quori-Tyler Bullock from Season 6 of 'The Circle' has experience as a dancer for both the Los Angeles Lakers and the Los Angeles Rams cheer squads.
Netflix's 'The Circle' Switches up Its Location for Season 6 (EXCLUSIVE)
In a departure from its predecessors, Season 6 of Netflix's beloved reality competition series 'The Circle' was filmed in the United States.
Season 6 of 'The Circle' Relocates to the States — When Was It Filmed?
As of now, it's unknown when Season 6 of 'The Circle' was filmed. However, it's likely filming for the sixth season took place in mid-to-late 2023.
The Apartments Featured in Season 6 of 'The Circle' Are Available for You To Rent
Season 6 of 'The Circle' was filmed at apartments in Atlanta, Ga. for the first time.
Everything You Need To Know About How and When To Watch Season 6 of 'The Circle'
Season 6 of 'The Circle' was filmed in Atlanta, Ga. instead of its previous home in the UK.
Keeping up With Netflix's 'The Circle': Where Are the Winners Now?
Most of the winners from Netflix's reality series 'The Circle' have leveraged their newfound fame to flourish as social media influencers.
Here's Where You Can Follow the Season 6 Cast of 'The Circle' on Instagram
The new season features a globetrotter, a basketball player, a cheerleader, and more.
'Circle' Message: Season 6 Features the Show's First Ever AI Contestant To Compete
'The Circle's never featured a "fake" contestant like this before the sixth season of the Netflix show.
Netflix's 'The Circle' Season 6: Everything We Know so Far
Season 5 alum Brett Robinson also dished exclusively to 'Distractify' about how he was cast for the show.
Did Brett and Xanthi Hook Up on 'The Circle'? Here's What We Know
Fans of 'The Circle' are wondering if Brett and Xanthi hooked up while filming the show. Here's what we know about their potential romance.
Season 5 Winner of 'The Circle' Dishes on Game Strategy and Prize Money Plans (EXCLUSIVE)
Who wins 'The Circle' in Season 5? The winner of Season 5 sat down with 'Distractify' to talk casting, strategy, and the $100,000 cash prize!
Fans of 'The Circle' Want To Know All Bout Comedian Tom Houghton's Girlfriend
Who is Tom's girlfriend in Season 5 of 'The Circle'? The British comedian admits how much he misses her after he gets a video from home.
Fans Are Rooting for Raven and Marvin in Season 5 of 'The Circle' (SPOILERS)
Are Raven and Marvin from 'The Circle' dating now? They have legitimate chemistry in Season 5 and fans are curious where they stand now.
Oliver Twixt Is a Late Arrival on 'The Circle' — But He's Ready To Leave His Mark
Who is 'The Circle's Oliver Twixt? He arrives late in Season 5 and some fans might already know him outside of the Netflix series.
Shubham Was Given a Second Chance on 'The Circle' Season 5 as a Catfish — How Far Does He Get? (SPOILERS)
How far does Shubham get in Season 5 of 'The Circle'? This is his second chance at taking home the win, but he has some stiff competition.