How to watch the new season of 'Love Island USA'
Fans of the hit reality dating show "Love Island USA" can rejoice as the highly anticipated fifth season made its debut on Tuesday, July 18 on Peacock, and will continue to air weekly on Tuesdays at 9 p.m. EDT. You can stream it in real time from the Peacock streaming platform.
The show promises to deliver a sizzling summer of love, drama and excitement with a fresh batch of singles ready to find their perfect match. Actress Sarah Hyland hosts, while comedian Iain Stirling returns as the witty narrator.
"Love Island USA" is the most streamed reality series in Peacock's history. And you can watch it too -- all you need is a Peacock subscription.
How to get Peacock:
Sign up for Peacock to watch "Love Island USA," starting at $6 a month
The picturesque island of Fiji will serve as the romantic backdrop this season, offering the contestants a paradise of palm-fringed beaches and crystal-clear waters. However, it won't be all sunsets and smiles, as the islanders will face challenges designed to test their relationships and endurance, all in the quest for true love.
During the first episode, the initial couples were formed. They will compete to remain coupled up for six weeks to be eligible for a fan-favorite vote, with the winning couple taking home $100,000. The first episode saw a shocking departure as the cast voted off the least compatible couple.
As the season progresses, new cast members will join and viewers will have a say in who stays and who leaves. The episode also featured moments of romance, including a passionate kiss between Marco and Destiny. In a surprising twist, the couple considered the least compatible decided to give it another shot and formed a "throuple" as the Dairy Queen manager, Bergie, was given a second chance.
You won't want to miss this. And with a Peacock subscription, you won't have to.
How to watch 'Love Island USA' on Peacock
Peacock is one of the most affordable streaming platforms out there. And it's the exclusive home of Love Island USA, Season 5. (Seasons 1-3 of Love Island USA are now streaming on Paramount+.)
For $6 a month you can get ad-supported access to Peacock, or go ad-free for $12 a month. It's a great way to watch "Love Island USA" and tons of other content from NBC and Universal.
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