Okay internet folks you know Logan Paul right? The YouTube star turned wrestler turned Prime mogul and his brother Jake Paul the boxer turned well also a lot of things. They've got a brand new reality show out called 'Paul American' on Max and let me tell you it is not boring. Like at all. Drama fights money and maybe a little bit of brotherly love buried somewhere deep down? Let's dive in.
Brother vs Brother! Logan and Jake Paul's Sibling Rivalry Explodes Over Mike Tyson Fight in Reality Show
Sibling rivalry is real especially when you are Logan and Jake Paul. The very first episode of 'Paul American' which just dropped on Max throws us right into a major brotherly clash. It all kicks off when Jake announces he is going to fight Mike Tyson . Yes Mike Tyson the legend. Big news right?
Well Logan apparently was not thrilled maybe even a little salty. He went on his podcast with KSI you know his Prime Energy Drink partner and they kind of made fun of the whole Tyson fight idea. They joked about Tyson's age which let's be honest he is not getting younger. Jake was not happy. Not one bit.
The show gives us a front-row seat to a pretty heated phone call between the brothers. Jake calls Logan out for undermining his big moment especially with KSI of all people who is kind of Jake's rival. Jake is saying Logan is always doing this to him and it is just not what brothers should do. He even accuses Logan of not having real friends calling Logan's podcast co-host Mike Majlak a "paid friend". Ouch. Logan fires back calling Jake a "fcking bitch" and boom phone call over. Talk about family drama.
Reality TV or Reality Check? 'Paul American' Critics Are Calling It Obnoxious But Maybe That's the Point
So what is 'Paul American' actually like beyond the brotherly bickering? critics are...mixed. Variety called it "loud obnoxious and a perfect fit for Trump's America". Ouch again. They say the show is all about volume and shamelessness not real star quality. They question why Max a streaming service known for quality content is even airing this. It's definitely not a show for everyone especially if you are not already a Paul brothers fan.
The Daily Beast review is also pretty skeptical. They wonder how "real" any of it is since the Pauls have been building their online personas for years. They point out that the brothers seem to be playing characters even in their own reality show. They are trying to look mature and honest but it all feels a bit staged. The reviewer questions if there is any real "quality content" or if it is all just "clickbait".
However maybe the point is to be obnoxious? The Variety review kind of hints that the show's crass and in-your-face style fits our current moment in America. The Pauls are definitely not censoring themselves and maybe that is what some viewers are looking for. Love them or hate them they are definitely attention-getters.
From Vine to Millions: Logan and Jake Paul's Insane 2017 Net Worth Reveal and Family Reaction
The reality show also goes back to the Paul brothers' early days and their rise to fame. US Magazine reports that in the first episode Jake reveals that back in 2017 they made a whopping 50 MILLION dollars. Fifty. Million. Dollars. Just from YouTube and merch. That is some serious cash.
Their dad Greg Paul admits he was worried when they first moved to LA to pursue their internet dreams. He even joked that he thought they might end up in "porn" if things did not work out. Clearly things worked out and then some.
The show also touches on the brothers' past rivalry and how it played out online. They used to compete for views and subscribers and it turned into a real feud. Logan even released a diss track aimed at Jake that became his most viewed video ever. Their mom Pam Stepnick was not happy about their public fighting especially Logan going after his younger brother. She felt like Logan as the older brother should be more responsible. Logan himself now looks back at that time with some regret admitting he is "ashamed" of that version of himself who was so focused on fame and money.
Is 'Paul American' Worth Watching? Listing Key Aspects of the Paul Brothers Reality Show
So should you actually watch 'Paul American'? It depends on what you are looking for. Here are some key things to consider:
- Sibling Drama: Expect lots of brotherly conflict especially between Logan and Jake. Their rivalry is a central theme.
- Behind-the-Scenes Look: The show aims to give you a peek into the Pauls' personal and professional lives as they try to stay on top of the entertainment world.
- Controversy and Shamelessness: The Pauls are known for pushing boundaries and the show does not shy away from their controversial past or present antics.
- Meta Reality TV: The show is aware of itself as a reality show and plays with that meta aspect. It is a show about making a show.
- polarized Reviews: Critics are not loving it calling it obnoxious and empty but if you are a Paul brothers fan you might find it entertaining.
The Paul Brothers: Love Them Hate Them You Cannot Ignore Them (and Now They Have a Reality Show)
Logan and Jake Paul are definitely figures that provoke strong reactions. You either love them or you hate them there does not seem to be much in between. 'Paul American' the new reality show on Max is unlikely to change that. It is loud flashy and unapologetically them. Whether that is a train wreck you cannot look away from or just plain unwatchable is up to you to decide. But one thing is for sure the Paul brothers are masters at getting attention and now they have a whole new platform to do it on. Will you be tuning in?