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If you’ve been frantically refreshing your streaming apps this week wondering what time does Love Island come out, you aren't alone. Honestly, it’s been a bit of a mess. Between the unpredictable South African weather and some literal fires near the villa, the 2026 winter season of Love Island: All Stars has had more drama before the first episode than most seasons have in a month.
The short answer? It depends on where you live and which version you’re trying to binge.
In the UK, the show finally kicked off its third All Stars season on Thursday, January 15, at 9:00 p.m. GMT. It airs on ITV2 and streams on ITVX. If you’re in the US, things are slightly different because Peacock usually runs on a tiny delay to keep the spoilers (mostly) contained. For those stateside, the premiere lands on Saturday, January 17, at 9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT.
Why the schedule changed at the last minute
Usually, we can set our watches by the 9:00 p.m. slot. Not this time.
Wildfires near Cape Town basically shut down production right as the Islanders were supposed to walk in. The original premiere date was set for Monday, January 12, but the crew had to evacuate. Safety first, obviously, but it left fans in a lurch for three days. Maya Jama finally hopped on Instagram to confirm the restart once the smoke cleared.
The UK broadcast schedule (ITV2 & ITVX)
For the Brits or anyone with a very good VPN, the rhythm is back to being somewhat predictable.
- Sunday through Friday: New episodes drop at 9:00 p.m. GMT.
- Saturdays: This is usually a "Unseen Bits" night, but for the 2026 launch week, ITV actually added an extra full episode on Saturday, January 17, to make up for the lost time.
- Love Island: Aftersun: This usually follows the Sunday night episode, roughly around 10:00 p.m. or 10:15 p.m. depending on how long the main show runs.
The episodes usually stay around 60 minutes, though the premiere and the "final" always stretch past the 90-minute mark. If you miss the live broadcast, ITVX usually has the episode uploaded within 30 minutes of the credits rolling.
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What time does Love Island come out on Peacock?
If you're watching Love Island: All Stars in the United States, Peacock is your home.
The platform has confirmed a daily release schedule starting January 17. New episodes will hit the service every night at 9:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. PT). Because the show is filmed in South Africa and edited at lightning speed for the UK, the US version typically stays about two days behind the live British broadcast.
It’s a dangerous game for your social media feed. If you follow any of the Islanders or UK fan accounts, you’re going to see who coupled up with whom before the episode even loads on your TV.
The Love Island USA Season 8 timeline
Wait, are you looking for the American version?
Love Island USA is a different beast entirely. While the All Stars season is happening right now (January 2026), the standard Love Island USA Season 8 isn't expected to premiere until June 2026.
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Historically, those episodes drop at 9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT on Peacock. They usually skip Wednesdays (that's their "day off" for filming/editing), but otherwise, it’s a daily commitment. The 2026 summer season is already scouting for "real people" instead of just influencers, so the vibe might be a bit different this year.
Streaming across the globe
If you aren't in the UK or the US, getting your fix requires a bit of strategy.
In Australia, 9Now is the place to be. They are also following the January 17 premiere date, usually dropping episodes around 12:00 p.m. AEDT. It’s free with ads, which is a win, but the time difference means you're watching "tonight's" drama during your lunch break the next day.
Canada is still a bit of a question mark. Crave has carried previous seasons, but they are notorious for dropping the entire week’s episodes at once rather than doing the daily grind. Check their "New This Week" section every Friday morning; that's usually when the batch upload happens.
What to do if the episode isn't showing up
Sometimes the apps glitch. It happens.
If it’s 9:05 p.m. and you don’t see the new thumbnail, try force-closing the app. On ITVX, specifically, I've found that searching for "Love Island" manually often brings up the new episode even if it isn't on the "Featured" home screen yet.
Also, keep an eye on the official Twitter (or X, whatever we're calling it today) account. If there’s a technical delay or a breaking news interruption, they’re usually pretty quick to post an update.
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Pro tip: Turn off your phone’s "Auto-Update" for apps like Instagram and TikTok if you want to avoid spoilers. The "Explore" page is a minefield of "Who got dumped?!" headlines the second the UK show ends.
Next Steps for You:
Check your Peacock or ITVX account now to ensure your subscription is active before the next 9:00 p.m. drop. If you're planning to watch the UK version from abroad, verify your VPN connection to a London or Manchester server at least ten minutes before airtime to avoid missing the opening "tomorrow night" teaser.