Reality TV's most addictive social experiment is making a highly anticipated comeback. The Circle, the show that traps contestants in separate apartments and forces them to build online personas, is moving to Hulu with a brand-new season that promises more drama, more strategy, and a revolutionary interactive element. We've got the exclusive first look at the trailer, and trust us—you won't want to miss what's coming.
For the uninitiated, The Circle drops a group of strangers into isolated apartments, where they can only communicate through a voice-activated social media platform called “The Circle.” They create profiles, chat, and form alliances, all while trying to become the most popular player. The twist? Anyone can be a catfish, pretending to be someone they're not. It's a game of deception, charm, and digital savvy.
This time around, the stakes are even higher. For the first time ever, celebrities are entering the game alongside everyday civilians. Imagine a famous face trying to win over the Circle while hiding their true identity—or maybe not. Some will play as themselves, while others will embrace the art of the catfish. The official logline teases: “Some players compete as themselves, while others are catfishing and doing whatever it takes to win.”
But the biggest game-changer? You, the viewer, get to play along. Hulu is transforming The Circle into a fast-turnaround interactive event. The show is filmed in real time, and fans will have the power to vote and directly influence the game's outcome. Voting kicks off on November 17 at 6 a.m. PT on TikTok at @TheCircleHulu and via text. This is your chance to stir the pot and shake up the competition like never before.
The new trailer gives us a glimpse of the familiar setup: contestants in their own apartments, chatting with the Circle, sending messages, and navigating alerts. Group challenges are back, and the threat of being “blocked” looms large. But with celebrities in the mix, the dynamics are bound to be wilder than ever. Will fame help or hurt their chances? Only time—and your votes—will tell.
What made The Circle so compelling originally was its pure social experiment format. Watching people entertain themselves in isolation, trying to win popularity without the usual reality TV face-to-face interactions, was oddly fascinating. Adding celebrities to the mix only amplifies the intrigue. It's a fresh twist that could breathe new life into the franchise.
Produced by Studio Lambert in partnership with Omaha Productions, Motion Entertainment, and Turnkey Studio Services, the show boasts an impressive team. Executive producers include Tim Harcourt, Jack Burgess, Niall O’Driscoll, and Stephen Lambert, with Peyton Manning, Jamie Horowitz, and Colin Campbell on board for Omaha Productions. Susan House serves as showrunner.
If you're a fan of binge-worthy reality TV, this is one premiere you won't want to miss. And if you're looking for more streaming recommendations, check out our latest binge guide or see what's new on Prime Video.
Mark your calendars: The Circle premieres on Hulu on November 17. Start voting tomorrow and get ready to play the game like never before. This is a new era for the groundbreaking competition, where fame, strategy, and popularity collide in the biggest season yet.
