Honestly, we were not prepared for the bucketloads of drama on Love Island: All Stars 2026. Sure, we expect some highs and lows from our favourite villa-based dating show, but nothing could have prepared us for the absolute peak madness of season 3.
It’s been a wild, wild ride. From the shocking treatment of Whitney, to Millie’s brutal dumping of Curtis, to the Belle, Lucinda and Sean love triangle that has utterly dominated the internet, we simply haven’t been able to look away.
When a Black woman takes up space, she is quickly labelled ‘aggressive’.
All good things must come to an end, whether that’s a tub of Ben & Jerry’s, a fleeting holiday romance, or, yes, a full season of reality TV.
Our favourite couples and singles will be packing their bags soon, and after the longest January in the history of mankind, the end is closer than you think.
So, when does Love Island: All Stars 2026 actually finish? And where can you watch the grand finale? Stick with us as we’ve got all the details, hot takes and finale prep you’ll need for the Love Island: All Stars finale.
How many weeks is Love Island: All Stars on for?
The main edition of Love Island is the summer series, usually gracing our screens for around eight weeks of sun, drama, and rom-com-level chaos. The All Stars edition typically runs a bit shorter — five weeks from the iconic South African villa (because, obviously, someone has to find bikini-weather in January). But this year? Six weeks of villa madness, which means extra drama, extra chaos, extra banter.
The girlies are fighting.
So why is Love Island: All Stars shorter than the summer edition? Producers explain that a shorter run helps prevent viewer fatigue, given that the contestants are familiar faces rather than fresh newbies ready to stir up trouble. They’ve also said it avoids overkill, especially now that there are two seasons each year to keep up with. Fair enough, as being a Love Island fan has become a full-time job.
When does Love Island: All Stars 2026 finish?
The third series of Love Island: All Stars officially launched on Thursday, 15 January 2026.
While it was originally slated for a Monday premiere, a three-day delay caused by South African wildfires meant a revised opening week schedule, keeping viewers on their toes right from the start. ITV even took the unprecedented step of airing a full-length episode on Saturday, 17 January, replacing the usual highlights show and giving fans extra drama-packed footage straight from the villa.
With the series now extended to a six-week run, the Love Island: All Stars finale is expected to air on Monday, 23 February 2026. We told you it was far too soon!
What time is the Love Island: All Stars final 2026?
You can watch Love Island: All Stars every day from Monday to Sunday at 9pm on ITV2. On Saturdays, it’s the Unseen Bits episode, where we’re treated to all the unaired, juicy, previously unseen footage from the villa — yes, all the drama you didn’t even know you needed. This means we can expect to settle in for the grand finale at the same time, 9 pm sharp, ready for every last twist and turn.
Of course, if you miss it live, it’s always on demand on ITVX, so you won’t miss a single scandalous moment. No excuses!
Who is in the Love Island: All Stars final?
It’s really too soon to say! We’ve got two weeks to go, so a lot can still happen. Everyone’s got their theories, predictions, and hot takes, so we’ll have to wait and see. But we’ll keep you updated every step of the way.
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