Wait, is Love Island: All Stars out already?
Welcome to 2026. We can’t yet confirm whether it’s better than the Year of the Snake, but what we do know is that it’s delivering on the reality TV front. From The Traitors to Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, and now Love Island: All Stars, our screens are officially stacked.
Once again, the series is set in sunny South Africa. ITV has teased that this season will see “fan-favourite Islanders from across 10 years of the show return to the famous Villa in search of that much-wanted spark, while navigating relationship dilemmas, bombshell arrivals, heads turning, and what it truly means to be open.”
Even better? The series has been extended this year from five weeks to six. All Stars was originally designed as a shorter run than the regular Love Island to avoid viewer fatigue—but after last season’s success, we’re being rewarded with an extra week.
“Love Island: All Stars has quickly established itself as a stand-alone hit, keeping fans of the show gripped by iconic Islanders from the past 10 years returning for another chance to find love,” Love Island's creative director, Mike Spencer-Hayter, said.
"We are very excited about series 3 and you can expect the twists and turns to continue in All Stars, after an incredible smash hit summer series."
Here's everything we know so far about Love Island: All Stars 2026, including the release schedule and where to watch it.
When does Love Island: All Stars 2026 start?
The show was briefly delayed due to wildfires near the villa, but it’s now firmly back on track.
The new season launches on Thursday, 15 January at 9pm, bringing with it some much-needed sunshine.
For the first time ever, there’ll also be an extra episode on Saturday night (17 January) at 9 pm to make up for the delay, before returning to the usual five-nights-a-week schedule.
Love triangles, ex-friends and awkward reunions are incoming.
Who is hosting Love Island: All Stars 2026?
Our girl Maya Jama will return to front the beloved romantic reality TV series. She took over from previous host Laura Whitmore back in January 2023.
Where can I watch Love Island: All Stars 2026?
As ever, we expect the latest series of Love Island: All Stars to air on ITV2 and stream on ITVX.
Where is Love Island: All Stars season 3 filmed?
The show was filmed in the same villa as the ninth series in Franschhoek, South Africa. Fans can expect the same stunning views, luxurious interiors and sun-soaked terraces.
Love Island: All Stars 2026 cast
This season's cast of Love Island: All Stars is looking incredible, featuring some familiar faces fresh from 2025’s regular series alongside a few returning all the way from season four.
On the girls’ side, we have Jess Harding, Millie Court, and Helena Ford. As for the boys, look out for Charlie Frederick, Jack Keating, and plenty more ready to turn heads in the villa.
Here's everyone you need to know, and the latest on the series' postponed start date.
