​Smash-Hit Reality Show Love Island Gets New Series Order At CBS
CBS has secured the rights for a U.S. incarnation of the international phenomenon.
Posted on May 15, 2019 | 09:00am
The international smash-hit reality TV series, Love Island, is coming to CBS.
CBS announced that the network has secured the U.S. format rights for the show from ITV Studios and Motion Content Group, with the new series to be produced by ITV Entertainment.
Love Island sees a group of single "Islanders" come together in a stunning villa in a beautiful tropical location. They are on the lookout for romance, but as always, the road to love never runs smoothly, as they must not only choose their partner wisely, but also win the hearts of the public.
Challenges and dramatic twists abound as the Islanders form alliances, while relationships are made in an effort to win the ultimate prize. Viewers have the opportunity to shape events on screen as they watch the relationships develop, and ultimately crown one lucky couple as the winners who walk away with a cash prize.
The Season 4 finale aired July 30, 2018, to a record overnight audience, ranking as the most-watched program ever on the U.K.'s ITV2 network, with almost half of all adult viewers under 34 tuning in throughout the series.
"Love Island has been a massive success overseas," said Sharon Vuong, Senior Vice President, Alternative Programming. "It's currently seen, or about to premiere in several European countries as well as Australia, and we're thrilled that ITV has partnered with us to bring their most successful show to American television. Having seen the reaction of audiences 'across the pond' and around the world to this most recent season, we expect American viewers will be captivated by this engaging format. Additionally, Love Island is more than a pop sensation; this series has generated compelling 'sociological think pieces' in major publications here and abroad."
"As a format, Love Island breaks the mold with high levels of viewer interactivity and participation that influence the content of the show in a way that's extremely addictive," said David George, CEO, ITV America. "It's a cultural phenomenon that builds anticipation with every episode and creates appointment viewing—a pretty hard thing to do in today's TV landscape. We're ecstatic the show has found a home at CBS and look forward to working collaboratively to engage its millions of viewers."
Love Island is produced by ITV Entertainment, an ITV America company. Executive Producers are David George, Adam Sher, and David Eilenberg. The series is based on a format owned by ITV Studios and Motion Content Group, represented by Richard Foster and Chet Fenster, and distributed by ITV Studios Global Entertainment.
Stay tuned to CBS.com to find out more about Love Island.
CBS announced that the network has secured the U.S. format rights for the show from ITV Studios and Motion Content Group, with the new series to be produced by ITV Entertainment.
Love Island sees a group of single "Islanders" come together in a stunning villa in a beautiful tropical location. They are on the lookout for romance, but as always, the road to love never runs smoothly, as they must not only choose their partner wisely, but also win the hearts of the public.
Get ready for one hot summer. ? Love Island is coming soon to @CBS. #LoveIslandUSA pic.twitter.com/XIPlzHjj92
— Love Island USA (@loveislandusa) May 13, 2019
Challenges and dramatic twists abound as the Islanders form alliances, while relationships are made in an effort to win the ultimate prize. Viewers have the opportunity to shape events on screen as they watch the relationships develop, and ultimately crown one lucky couple as the winners who walk away with a cash prize.
The Season 4 finale aired July 30, 2018, to a record overnight audience, ranking as the most-watched program ever on the U.K.'s ITV2 network, with almost half of all adult viewers under 34 tuning in throughout the series.
"Love Island has been a massive success overseas," said Sharon Vuong, Senior Vice President, Alternative Programming. "It's currently seen, or about to premiere in several European countries as well as Australia, and we're thrilled that ITV has partnered with us to bring their most successful show to American television. Having seen the reaction of audiences 'across the pond' and around the world to this most recent season, we expect American viewers will be captivated by this engaging format. Additionally, Love Island is more than a pop sensation; this series has generated compelling 'sociological think pieces' in major publications here and abroad."
"As a format, Love Island breaks the mold with high levels of viewer interactivity and participation that influence the content of the show in a way that's extremely addictive," said David George, CEO, ITV America. "It's a cultural phenomenon that builds anticipation with every episode and creates appointment viewing—a pretty hard thing to do in today's TV landscape. We're ecstatic the show has found a home at CBS and look forward to working collaboratively to engage its millions of viewers."
Love Island is produced by ITV Entertainment, an ITV America company. Executive Producers are David George, Adam Sher, and David Eilenberg. The series is based on a format owned by ITV Studios and Motion Content Group, represented by Richard Foster and Chet Fenster, and distributed by ITV Studios Global Entertainment.
Stay tuned to CBS.com to find out more about Love Island.