Love Island UK is back with its 12th sizzling season, and fans are already buzzing with excitement. The show premiered this week in the UK, kicking off a brand new summer of sun soaked romance, dramatic recouplings, and plenty of jaw dropping twists. For viewers in the US, the wait is almost over as the new season is set to premiere this week. With the ever charming Maya Jama returning as host, the villa is once again packed with singles ready to flirt, fight, and fall in love. Whether you’re in it for the whirlwind relationships, the unpredictable drama, or just the ultimate dose of summer escapism, this season promises all the reasons fans keep coming back for more.
Where and When to Watch Love Island UK Season 12
Love Island UK Season 12 made its official debut on Monday, June 9 at 9 PM BST on ITV2 and is also available for streaming on ITVX. For those in the UK, ITVX offers full access to the episodes with a subscription priced at £5.99 per month. Meanwhile, US fans won’t have to wait much longer as Season 12 is set to hit Hulu starting Wednesday, June 12. Hulu’s base plan begins at $9.99 per month, making it easy for viewers across the pond to catch every romantic twist and dramatic moment. And don’t forget, Love Island: Aftersun, the companion show featuring exclusive interviews and unseen footage, airs every Sunday to keep the gossip going strong.
Meet the Season 12 Islanders: A Fresh Lineup of Love and Drama
- Shakira
- Tommy
- Kyle
- Alima
- Megan
- Meg
- Ben
- Blu
- Dejon
- Sophie
- Helena
- Harry
Note: Originally set to join the villa, Kyle Ashman exited the show just before the premiere. Stepping in as his replacement was Conor Phillips, a 25-year-old rugby player from Ireland, who quickly made his presence felt on day one. His unexpected entry added an early twist to the Season 12 lineup.
Watch the Drama Unfold: Season 12 Trailer Drops
How to Watch Love Island UK Season 12 Online from Anywhere in the World
If you’re trying to catch all the villa action from Love Island UK Season 12 but aren’t located in the UK or US, you might run into streaming blocks. The show is available on ITVX in the UK and Hulu in the US, both of which are restricted to their respective regions. Fortunately, you can bypass these geo-restrictions by using a VPN like NordVPN. Just connect to a UK server to access ITVX, or switch to a US server to stream on Hulu. Once connected, log into your existing streaming account and enjoy every steamy moment of the season, no matter where you are.
Love Island UK S12 Premiere Recap: What Happened in Episodes 1 & 2
Monday’s launch on June 9 set the tone for a refreshingly bold season. Host Maya Jama surprised everyone by handing girls the power to choose their first partners, without ever seeing the boys. Armed only with dating profiles, the ladies sprinted to pick their matches. Initial couples included Helena and Conor, Sophie and Harry, Meg and Dejon, Megan and Tommy, Shakira and Ben, and Alima and Blu. But the twist didn’t end there. A surprise bombshell from the U.S., Toni, arrived and took Ben for herself, leaving Shakira momentarily single.
By Day 2, Shakira was in trouble, unless a guy chose her in a live‑action recoupling game. Blu, Conor, and Harry all stepped forward. Shakira ultimately chose Harry, which led to Sophie being sent home in a heartbreaking exit.
Last night’s Episode 2 turned up the drama with the first Hideaway sleepover. Meanwhile, tensions flared after Toni’s arrival and the sudden shift in partnerships, leaving some villa mates rattled as they settle into their new pairings.
