Love Is Blind UK: release date, cast, trailer, hosts and everything we know

Love Is Blind UK is finally coming across the pond as Netflix confirmed a UK edition following the success of four US seasons.

The show has a unique premise where singletons enter individual pods and date each other without ever being able to see one another. After a few days, the remaining couples who still want to continue with the experiment will get engaged and go on to meet their partner for the first time.

Love Is Blind UK will follow the same format as the original, but this time it will be hosted by favourite TV couple — Matt and Emma Willis!

Here's everything we know about Love is Blind UK...

Love Is Blind UK release date

It has been confirmed that there will be 11 episodes of Love Is Blind UK and they will be released in three batches. 

Here is when you can watch them... 

Episodes 1-4: Wednesday 7th August

Episodes 5-9: Wednesday 14th August

Episodes 10-11: Wednesday 21st August 

Love Is Blind UK premise

The official Netflix synopsis reads: "UK singles who want to be loved for who they are have signed up for a less-conventional approach to modern dating, and will choose someone to marry without ever meeting them. Over several weeks, the newly engaged couples will move in together, plan their wedding and find out if their physical connection matches their strong emotional bond developed in the Pods.

"When their wedding day arrives, will real-world realities and external factors push them apart, or will they marry the person they fell blindly in love with? Hosted by Matt and Emma Willis, this series will uncover whether looks, race or age do matter, or if love really is blind."

Love Is Blind UK hosts

In a teaser clip, Netflix revealed that husband and wife duo Emma and Matt Willis will be hosting Love Is Blind UK, which was filmed in the UK, Sweden and Corfu.

Emma has hosted Big Brother, The Voice UK, The Circle and Big Brother's Bit on the Side.

Matt is known for being a member of the hit band Busted and went on to win I'm A Celebrity in 2006.

This won't be their first hosting stint together as the couple previously presented the I'm a Celebrity spin-off show I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! NOW!, as well as the BRITs and BAFTAs in 2008.

The couple have been together since 2004 and share three children.

In the clip, they both enter the iconic pods and test out the unconventional dating format as Emma reveals that they haven't been on a date together in nearly 20 years.

Matt said of taking on the role: “I’m so excited to be presenting the UK version of Love Is Blind with Emma. We love the show! It's been such a dream working together and fascinating to watch the process unfold. Experiencing this new project side by side has been really amazing and I can’t wait for people to come on this journey with us.”

Emma added: “I love to play matchmaker with my friends and love LOVE so I am so excited to be co-hosting the first ever UK version of Love Is Blind. I’m intrigued to see people connect on a purely emotional and mental level right off the bat, without visuals playing a part. Plus — you’re getting double Willis! I’ve loved going to work with Matt and we’re both obsessed with the show, so it seemed like the perfect opportunity!”

Is there a trailer?

Yes, and if the trailer is anything to go by, this is going to be a fun show! The clip sees a train conductor talking to a woman through the door of a toilet, and as they chat they start to fall for one another, despite having not met. Have a look below... 

Love is Blind: UK | Official Trailer | Netflix - YouTube

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Love is Blind UK cast

Let's meet the singletons looking for love this summer. 

To find out more about each contestant, check out our who's who Love Is Blind UK cast guide. 

The women 

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Priya - 37-year-old Priya has a love for animals, the environment, and her independence. But, she’s still on the hunt for someone special.

Shirley - 27-year-old junior doctor Shirley is looking to change her ways as she describes her love life as “winning the hearts of emotionally unavailable men.”

Sharlotte - With eight years of single life under her belt, Sharlotte from London is looking for the one. A brief engagement with her ex didn’t work out, but she’s now searching for someone who can “respect her hustle”

Sabrina - Irish-Italian Sabrina describes herself on her Instagram as a “fashion, travel and cocktail addict.” When it comes to finding love, she’s hyper-independent,

Ria - Ria from London says she’s “over showing up to events alone - and giving everyone updates on her non-existent love life.” While she might’ve told her family and friends she’s not looking for anyone, she’s coming to Love is Blind UK to find the one.

Olivia - Olivia returns to the UK after living in Los Angeles and she’s on the lookout for love. Joining Love is Blind UK, she says she’s put her career as a creative project director above everything else, but now she’s looking for her perfect match.

Nicole - 29-year-old Nicole from Surrey enters Love is Blind UK with a previous marriage behind her. After focusing on her education and career, she’s ready to find love again

Natasha - Natasha finds inspiration from her parents who have been together for 42 years, calling them her “constant source of inspiration.” When she’s not busy working, she’s learning how to code, but now she’s ready to find her “forever person”.

Maria - 30-year-old makeup artist Maria is looking for an “alpha male” that wants a traditional relationship. But, for Maria, it’s her role model father, who sadly passed away in 2020, that she wants whoever her true love is to measure up to.

Lisa - Lisa describes herself as an “all-in kind of girl” which may well work to her advantage in the dating show that asks singles to be all-in. As a baby photographer, she’s also keen to start a family of her own, but needs to find her perfect match first.

Jasmine - Jasmine hopes to find the right guy to settle down with, before she’s 30. At 29-years-old, the clock is ticking, but with the speed at which Love is Blind UK throws singletons into the dating game, she may still meet her deadline.

Ella - Ella suffered from bullying when she was growing up, and now she works with children as a social worker helping them tackle the same things. Ella is looking for someone to sing with and enjoy good food with

Catherine - 29-year-old dental nurse Catherine is done with the dating scene on the small island of Jersey. After her promising other-half turned out to be a cheater, she’s searching for her real true love.

Elle - Not to be confused with Ella, 27-year-old Elle says her dad is “husband goals.” The graphic designer hopes to find love, but self confesses that she misses red flags when focusing on their looks.

Demi - Sports enthusiast Demi hopes to find a man who isn’t put off by her competitive streak.

The Men 

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Tom - Finally, the last of the male singles from this season of Love is Blind UK, is 38-year-old Tom. He’s spent his 30s focusing on himself, but now he’s ready to settle down.

Steven - Gym owner Steven is on the hunt for his happily ever after as he’s “almost got [his wedding] planned.” With that in mind, he wants to continue his love of fitness, but combine it with the love of his life.

Sam - Netflix says, “With two heartbreaks in his past, Sam wants to make his third shot at love the one that lasts a lifetime".

Ryan - 31-year-old Ryan is a techno DJ and cellist. There’s two skills you don’t hear together very often. The Korea-born musician based in Edinburgh is open to dating women of all ages, but he tends to date taller women to match his 6’3 height.

Richie - Dating in the pods will prove tricky for Richie, whose love language is personal touch, but he’s willing to give it a go on the hunt for someone “who’s future-oriented and who doesn’t mind giving him plenty of reassurance.”

Ollie - 33-year-old Ollie has been single for six years, but according to Netflix, “he’s finally ready to switch up his dating strategy and deprioritize looks to meet a potential soulmate.”

Jordan - Business owner Jordan has taken risks that have paid off. But, when it comes to love, he hasn’t yet found the one.

Joanes - 31-year-old Joanes from Luton loves languages and salsa, but he also loves love. In Love is Blind UK, he’s hoping to find love on a deeper level, rather than hiding behind game-playing and text messages.

Jake - Described by his mates as a “bit of a melt,” 32-year-old civil engineer Jake is keen to find his perfect match who he hopes will also match his sensitive nature and patience.

Freddie - While Freddie’s job as a full-time funeral director may sound morbid, his search for love is full of nothing but hope.

Conor - 31-year-old Conor from Dublin has a health food business, opened in memory of his late mother. While he’s focused on his entrepreneurial pursuits, he’s also looking for love after his last relationship ended due to the pressures of long distance.

Charlie - Gym coach Charlie from Hertfordshire has tried finding love in all sorts of ways, but maybe the pods will bring him his match.

Bobby - Bobby is a luxury shopping guide by day, and rapper alter-ego Bobby J by night. After travelling the world, he’s ready to settle down. A family-oriented man, he says “he doesn’t know where he would be without his mother.”

Benaiah - Structural landscaper Benaiah is no stranger to being single. In fact, he’s spent the last 11 years doing just that, but now he’s looking for love.

Aaron - 33-year-old Aaron from Milton Keynes is the owner of popular chicken wing franchise, Wing Kingz. After a stint at the single life, following a long-term relationship, he’s looking for a love like his parents who’ve been together for 34 years.