You’re probably staring at a blank screen or a "content not available in your region" message and wondering why the heck you can't find the new season. It’s frustrating. One minute you're ready for the slow-mo walks and the "can I pull you for a chat?" drama, and the next, you're spiraling through Reddit threads trying to figure out if the show was even filmed.
Honestly, the 2026 rollout for where to watch Love Island All Stars has been a bit of a mess.
Between literal wildfires in South Africa and shifting premiere dates, even the most dedicated fans are confused. But don't worry. I’ve spent way too much time tracking the ITV schedules and Peacock updates so you don’t have to. Here is the actual, no-nonsense breakdown of how to see these legends (and villains) return to the villa.
The Wildfire Delay: Why You Can’t Find Episodes Yet
If you were looking for the show on Monday, January 12, and found absolutely nothing, you aren't crazy.
Production actually had to evacuate. Wildfires near Franschhoek, South Africa—where the villa is located—got way too close for comfort. Maya Jama and the entire crew had to bail. It’s pretty serious stuff, but thankfully everyone is safe.
Because of that chaos, the UK premiere was pushed back to Thursday, January 15, 2026.
If you are in the US or elsewhere, that delay ripples down to you. You can’t watch what hasn’t been filmed, right? Most sites haven't updated their "how to watch" guides since the fire, so they’re still telling you to tune in for dates that already passed without a broadcast.
Where to Watch Love Island All Stars in the UK
This is the easiest spot to be. If you’re in the UK, it’s basically free.
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You just head over to ITVX.
Episodes air daily (except Saturdays, usually) at 9:00 p.m. GMT on ITV2. If you miss the live broadcast, they drop on the ITVX app pretty much immediately after. You need a TV license to watch live, but for the catch-up service, you just need a free account.
- Platform: ITVX / ITV2
- Cost: Free (with ads)
- Catch: You have to be physically in the UK or... well, you know.
One cool thing this year: to make up for the fire delay, ITV is skipping the usual "Unseen Bits" on the first Saturday (January 17) and giving us a full, regular episode instead. They really want to get the momentum back.
The US Situation: Peacock is the Home
For those of us in the States, Peacock is the only official way to go.
But here’s the kicker: there is a delay.
Usually, Peacock runs about two to four days behind the UK broadcast. Because the UK start date moved to January 15, Peacock has officially confirmed the US premiere for Saturday, January 17, 2026.
Expect new episodes to drop daily around 9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT.
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If you try to find it on Hulu or Netflix, you’re going to be disappointed. They don't have the rights to the All Stars format. It’s a Peacock exclusive. You’ll need a Premium subscription, which currently runs about $10.99 a month.
What About Australia and Canada?
The situation in Australia is always a bit "wait and see."
Traditionally, 9Now is the place. They usually host the episodes for free, but they tend to wait until a few days after the UK launch to start the rollout. As of right now, expect them to start appearing around January 17 or 18.
In Canada, CTV and Crave are your best bets. CTV usually has them for free with ads on their website, while Crave is the paid, ad-free experience. Like the US, there's almost always a delay of a few days.
How to Watch If You’re Traveling
If you are currently sitting in a hotel in a country that doesn't care about British reality TV, you're going to hit a geoblock.
This is where people get stuck.
The "official" advice is to wait until you get home, but let's be real—nobody wants to see spoilers on TikTok for two weeks. Most people use a VPN to make their laptop think they are back in London or New York.
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- NordVPN or ExpressVPN are the two big ones that actually work with ITVX and Peacock.
- Connect to a UK server.
- Open a private/incognito window (this is key so they don't see your old cookies).
- Log into ITVX.
It’s a bit of a workaround, but it’s the only way to stay current if you’re abroad.
Who is Actually in the Villa This Time?
Since the show was delayed, the cast list has been leaked and poked at for an extra few days. This year is actually pretty stacked.
We’ve got Whitney Adebayo (Season 10) returning, which is massive. Also, Tommy Bradley and Helena Ford from the most recent Season 12 are making a very quick turnaround to get back into the sun.
There are also rumors of Belle Hassan and Jack Keating (Ronan Keating’s son) causing some chaos as bombshells. It’s a six-week season this time—one week longer than the previous All Stars runs—so they’re clearly planning on bringing in more people than usual.
Actionable Tips for the Ultimate Viewing Experience
Look, watching Love Island is a marathon, not a sprint. To get the most out of where to watch Love Island All Stars, do these three things:
- Silence the Keywords: If you’re watching on Peacock (the 2-day delay), go to your "Muted Words" on X (Twitter) and Instagram. Add "Love Island," "All Stars," and the names of the Islanders. Otherwise, the winner of every recoupling will be spoiled by a stray meme before you even open the app.
- Check the Saturday Schedule: Remember, January 17 is a real episode, not "Unseen Bits." Don't skip it thinking it's just a clip show.
- Download for Offline: If you have Peacock Premium Plus or ITVX Premium, download the episodes the night before a commute. The data drain on streaming 60-minute episodes daily is brutal on your phone bill.
The villa doors are finally open after the fire scare. Whether you're streaming for free on ITVX or catching the delay on Peacock, just make sure you’re on the right platform so you don't miss the first "I've got a text!" of the season.
Once you've settled on your platform, your next move should be setting up those spoiler filters—trust me, the internet moves way faster than the Peacock upload schedule.