Love Island fans seeking a weekend drama fix are turning to Are You The One?, a dating show now streaming on Paramount Plus that viewers describe as 'unhinged' and more engaging than the ITV hit.
Love Island airs new episodes Sunday through Friday, with a Saturday 'Unseen Bits' compilation. But some fans find the weekend edition lacks the main show's dramatic impact, driving them to search for alternatives.
Are You The One? originally premiered on MTV in 2014 and moved to Paramount Plus in 2023. The format follows a group of men and women secretly paired by a matchmaking algorithm. Contestants live together and must identify all 'perfect matches' to win a $1 million prize.
Fans Compare the Shows
Unlike Love Island, where couples are formed through public votes and recoupling ceremonies, Are You The One? allows contestants to pursue any romantic connection freely. A key feature is the 'Truth Booth', where a pair can discover if they are a perfect match.
On Reddit, one fan wrote: 'I just watched the two seasons on Netflix and it's what I always wanted Love Island to be. People actually mixing, doing things, partying... Instead of policing people if they dare talk to a person they've been coupled up with for a day.'
The fan added: 'I think LI need to look at shows like that and apply some things. Give them incentive to not just pick a person at the start and then chill for weeks.'
Social Media Buzz
Social media users have posted rave reviews. One wrote: 'I love drama and cat fights so if you love to be entertained I would watch it. Couples being broken up and people getting jealous it's so interesting.'
Another gushed: 'Just binge watched season 1 of [Are You The One]! ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT! HOW IS THIS SHOW NOT MORE POPULAR!?'
How to Watch
Are You The One? is available to stream on Paramount Plus. New subscribers can get a seven-day free trial via Amazon Prime's Paramount+ channel, which costs £4.99 per month after the trial.
The show's return to streaming has reignited interest, with fans praising its authentic romantic connections and high-stakes prize format over Love Island's recent seasons.
