Hey PopViewers!
Summer’s sizzling, and so is the world of reality dating TV. From iconic classics to fresh faces, we’ve got a lineup that’s sure to keep your heart racing and your popcorn popping. Whether you’re looking for love, drama, or just some juicy entertainment, these 12 dating shows are must-watches right now!
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1. The Bachelorette (ABC)
Season 21 with Jenn Trann
Breaking barriers and hearts, Jenn Trann is the first Asian Bachelorette, and she’s bringing her A-game! Get ready for romantic dates, unexpected twists, and, of course, some serious drama. Seasons Available: 21
2. Love Island USA (Peacock)
Season 6
Sun, sand, and scandal! This season of Love Island USA is heating up Peacock with more bombshells, steamy challenges, and love triangles than ever before. Who will couple up, and who will get dumped? Seasons Available: 6
3. Love is Blind (Netflix)
Season 4
Can love truly be blind? This social experiment continues to captivate as singles propose sight unseen and face the real world after. The emotions are raw, the connections are deep, and the drama is real. Seasons Available: 4
4. Too Hot to Handle (Netflix)
Season 5
Ten singles, one rule: no hooking up. Sounds easy? Think again. This season, the stakes are higher, the temptations are stronger, and the prize money is bigger. Who will fall for the ultimate test of self-control? Seasons Available: 5 (Season 6, drops 7/19/24).
5. Bachelor in Paradise (ABC)
Season 8
Your favorite (and not-so-favorite) Bachelor and Bachelorette alumni return for another shot at love on a tropical island. Expect tears, love triangles, and surprise engagements! Seasons Available: 8
6. 90 Day Fiancé (TLC)
Season 10
Can love overcome the challenges of international borders and cultural differences? Follow couples who have just 90 days to decide if they want to get married – or say goodbye forever. Seasons Available: 10
7. Married at First Sight (Lifetime)
Season 16
Strangers saying “I do” the moment they meet? This experiment puts faith in the experts to pair up perfect matches, but not every marriage is made in heaven. Watch as these couples navigate the highs and lows of newlywed life. Seasons Available: 16
8. Are You the One? (MTV)
Season 9
Twenty singles live together in paradise with a shared goal: find their perfect match and win a huge cash prize. But with heartstrings pulled and trust tested, finding “the one” is never easy. Seasons Available: 9
9. FBOY Island (HBO Max)
Season 2
Three women are on a mission to find love – but there’s a twist. Half the guys are “nice guys” looking for love, and the other half are self-proclaimed “FBoys.” Can they spot the fakers and find their real match? Seasons Available: 2
10. The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On (Netflix)
Season 2
Couples on the brink of marriage put their love to the test by entering a social experiment where they must decide to either marry their current partner or move on. With ultimatums issued, expect intense confrontations and surprising decisions. Seasons Available: 2
11. Temptation Island (USA Network)
Season 5
Couples test their relationships by living with singles who are on a quest to find “the one.” With temptation around every corner, will their love survive, or will new connections be made? Seasons Available: 5
12. Dating Around (Netflix)
Season 2
Each episode features one single who goes on five blind dates. At the end of the episode, they choose one person to go on a second date with. It’s a modern take on dating that’s real, raw, and refreshingly relatable. Seasons Available: 2
So there you have it, PopViewers! Whether you’re in it for the heartfelt moments, the shocking betrayals, or the epic love stories, these reality dating shows have got it all. Grab your favorite snacks, settle in, and let the binge-watching begin!
