The island (tv series netflix)

Beautiful people on a beautiful island paradise is a winning formula for a reality dating show, and "Love Island" is the perfect example of this.

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After airing in 2015 on British television, it wasn't long before it went international — with franchises expanding to more than 20 countries. Arriving in the U.S. in July 2019, the spicy show is now a fixture in the summer schedule.

Offering pure escapism and heaps of drama, "Love Island" sees the so-called islanders living and coupling up in a beautiful resort or villa.

With a prize of $100,000 at the finish line, they can play the game with their heads or their hearts as they pair up for love, friendship, or just to survive. This being a game show, the drama comes when the couples have the opportunity to "re-couple," ditching their current partner and pursuing a relationship with someone else, and those not in a couple have to pack their bags and leave.

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