Suddenly Cancelled: Love Island USA Disappears from Broadcast
Bring on the Gossip! Why Love Island USA Isn't Airing on Wednesdays
Ever wondered why you can't catch your favorite reality dating show, Love Island USA, on Wednesdays? Well, we're here to spill the tea and give you the lowdown.
Part of the acclaimed Love Island franchise, originating in the UK, Love Island USA premiered on Peacock back in 2019, quickly cementing itself as a must-watch in the reality dating show scene. Season 6 introduced us to some unforgettable It couples like Leah, Miguel, JaNa, Kenny, Serena, and Kordell.
But what's the deal with Wednesdays? This season, Nicolas "Nic," Ace, Austin, Isabelle-Anne "Belle-A," Charlie, Chelley, Cierra, Huda, Jeremiah, Olandria, and Taylor debuted in the villa. With two bombshells, Charlie and Cierra, already added to the mix, it's a mystery as to why the show's taken a sudden break.
Why's the Party Over on Wednesdays?
Love Island USA doesn't air on Wednesdays because they've likely granted themselves a rest day after a continuous 6-day filming schedule. The show isn't like Big Brother, where contestants are watched on a 24-hour live stream. Everything happens in real-time in the villa. The good news is that Love Island USA episodes are available every day from Thursday to Tuesday at 9 p.m. on Peacock.
Unlike other reality TV shows with a weekly airing schedule, Love Island USA runs on a 22-episode schedule, lasting a month in the summer. The only time Love Island USA airs on Wednesday is during premiere week. For Season 7, the premiere aired on a Tuesday night, making the second night in the villa air on a Wednesday.
Love Island USA host Ariana Madix spilled the beans to USA Today about her behind-the-scenes gossip sesh. "We watch the live feeds of what's going on in the villa, which is really fun," Madix revealed. "You can change the channels between the groups of people and what they're talking about. I love gossip and I love to eavesdrop, so it's perfect for me."
Busting the Myths
- Filming and Relaxation: The production team might be filming additional scenes or allowing the cast to take a breather on Wednesdays.
- Scheduling Strategy: It could also be part of a strategic scheduling plan to maintain a smooth flow of episodes for viewers.
Where to Watch Your Fave Islanders
- Streaming Platform: Love Island USA streams exclusively on Peacock at 6 p.m. PT/9 p.m. ET from Tuesday through Monday.
- Special Exception: The Season 7 premiere did air on Wednesday, June 11, on Bravo, but this was a one-time exception.
Fans who are eager to catch up on the latest 'style', 'hair', and 'makeup' trends from Love Island USA need not worry as the show is still available every day from Thursday to Tuesday at 9 p.m. on Peacock. Meanwhile, on social-media platforms, viewers can join Ariana Madix, the show's host, for a behind-the-scenes look into the villa, where they can 'eavesdrop' on the Islanders' conversations and get the latest gossip.
