The wait is over for American fans of the hit reality dating show. Love Island UK Season 13 has officially kicked off in the United Kingdom, and it is now making its way to streaming services in the United States. The new season brings a fresh batch of singles looking for romance, drama, and a chance to win the £50,000 prize.
Host Maya Jama returns to guide the Islanders through the ups and downs of villa life. The show takes place in a stunning villa in Mallorca, Spain, where 12 singles will couple up, face public votes, and compete in challenges. Season 13 promises “more fire pit drama, deeper post-matchup analysis, and spicier VillaAction Reviews,” according to Jama.
When Does Love Island UK Season 13 Premiere on Hulu?
Love Island UK Season 13 will hit Hulu on June 4, 2026. The streaming platform announced the release date on June 1, just days before the first episode becomes available to US subscribers.
The season originally premiered in the United Kingdom on ITV2 and ITVX on June 1, 2026, at 9 p.m. British Time. That translates to 4 p.m. Eastern Time and 1 p.m. Pacific Time for US viewers watching live through UK platforms.
New episodes air in the UK every night from Sunday through Friday, with Saturdays off. US viewers on Hulu will see each episode on a three-day delay. This means the episode that airs in the UK on Monday night becomes available on Hulu on Thursday, and so on throughout the season.
The season is expected to run for approximately eight weeks, with around 50 episodes total. Previous seasons also included weekly “Unseen Bits” compilation specials and “Aftersun” talk show recaps.
How To Watch Love Island UK in the United States
For US viewers who cannot wait the three days, there are options to watch episodes the same day they air in the UK. The most direct method involves using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to access ITVX, the UK’s free streaming platform.
Proton VPN offers a free tier that works for streaming ITVX. Users simply need to connect to a UK server, create a free ITVX account (requiring a UK postcode), and start watching live at 4 p.m. ET. Paid VPN services like ExpressVPN also work well, with subscriptions starting at $2.79 per month.
For those willing to wait, Hulu remains the simplest option. A standard Hulu subscription with ads costs $12 per month, and new customers can get a 30-day free trial. Ad-free viewing costs $19 per month. Disney+ bundles that include Hulu are also available.
All past seasons of Love Island UK (1 through 12) are currently available on Hulu as well.
International Viewing Options for Love Island UK Season 13
Australian viewers can watch the new season on 9Now, a free streaming service. New episodes arrive on a one-day delay, meaning the season begins on June 3, 2026 Down Under. Past seasons available on 9Now include Seasons 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12.
Canadian and European viewers typically need to check local streaming services or use a VPN to access ITVX directly. The show is not available on major international platforms like Netflix, as Hulu holds exclusive US streaming rights.
A helpful note for international fans: using a VPN to access region-locked content may violate the terms of service for some streaming platforms. Always check local laws and platform rules before streaming.
Meet the Season 13 Cast Entering the Villa
Twelve singles entered the villa on opening night, with more “bombshells” expected to arrive throughout the season.
The Boys:
- Lorenzo, 28, business owner from Hertfordshire
- Sean, 25, primary school teacher and footballer from Galway
- Samraj, 25, model from Birmingham
- Samuel, 25, electrician from Dudley
- Ope, 27, West End performer from Lincolnshire
- Aidan, 23, property broker from Kent
The Girls:
- Robyn, 21, DJ from Liverpool
- Mica, 21, student from Barbados (lives in London)
- Ellie, 24, real estate videographer from West Lothian
- Lola, 28, detective from Kent
- Angelista, 24, nurse from Staffordshire
- Jasmine, 27, fashion business owner from Dubai
Maya Jama teased that producers have lined up “a squad of worldies and a bench full of bombshells” for Season 13. The show typically introduces new Islanders every few days to shake up existing couples and create more drama.
“We’ve got a squad of worldies and a bench full of bombshells. Giving more fire pit drama, deeper post-matchup analysis, and spicier VillaAction Reviews. It’s all kicking off.” — Maya Jama, Love Island UK Host
What to Expect From Love Island UK Season 13
The show follows the same successful format that has made it a global hit. Each episode features challenges, recouplings, and dramatic fire pit ceremonies where Islanders choose who to couple up with. Public votes determine which couples are safe and which face elimination.
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Season 13 is already drawing comparisons to previous standout seasons like Series 5 and Series 8, which produced lasting couples and memorable moments. The Majorcan villa has undergone renovations for the new season, though specific details about changes remain under wraps.
The production team recently asked viewers to “keep the vibes high” and maintain “the energy positive” as the new season begins. This message comes after recent seasons faced criticism for toxic behavior and bullying among contestants.
ITV promises that Season 13 will deliver “unexpected arrivals, shifting loyalties, and sparks flying” throughout the summer run. The network describes this series as featuring “unforgettable moments, unmissable messiness, and plenty of romance.”
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