Fans of Love Island looking for a Saturday fix are being directed to Are You The One?, a dating show now streaming on Paramount Plus that viewers say is what the ITV series should aspire to be.
What Is Are You The One?
The show first launched on MTV in 2014 before moving to Paramount Plus in 2023. It follows a group of single men and women who have been secretly matched with their 'perfect partner' by a matchmaking algorithm. They live together and must identify all perfect matches to win a prize fund of up to $1 million. Contestants can use the 'Truth Booth' to confirm if a couple is a genuine match.
Why Fans Prefer It Over Love Island
Viewers on Reddit have praised the show for encouraging genuine romantic connections rather than allowing contestants to coast in friendship pairings. 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." Another 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."
Viewer Reactions
Social media users have described the show as 'unhinged' and full of drama. 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 declared: "Just binge watched season 1 of Are You The One?!!!! ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT! HOW IS THIS SHOW NOT MORE POPULAR!?"
Where to Watch
Are You The One? is available to stream now on Paramount Plus, offering a compelling alternative for Love Island fans missing their nightly drama fix.
