The Million Dollar Maze Runner May 2026

: The entire intricate set, including giant vine walls and booby traps, was constructed in just three days and dismantled within 24 hours of filming. Historical Context

The special was part of a massive marketing push by 20th Century Fox, which went on to have a record-breaking year in 2014. The film itself was a significant success, grossing over against a $34 million budget. Expand map

: The show was hosted by Tim Chantarangsu and Shreco Bakari. To add authenticity, three stars from the film (Dylan O'Brien, Kaya Scodelario, and Will Poulter) made appearances via green screen to introduce the challenges. The Million Dollar Maze Runner

: A physical challenge requiring navigation and puzzle-solving.

: Teams had to watch a clip from the film, run through the maze, and match quotes to the characters who said them. : The entire intricate set, including giant vine

: Unlike the fictional maze, this one was built inside the Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania—a real abandoned prison.

The was a promotional reality TV special produced by MTV that aired on September 14, 2014, to celebrate the theatrical release of the first Maze Runner film. The competition featured teams of fans who were "locked" inside a massive, physical recreation of the movie's maze for a chance to win a $1 million prize and a Scion FR-S . Key Features of the Event Expand map : The show was hosted by

: The competition was condensed into a 23-minute episode featuring three complex, high-stakes tasks: