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How to watch Love Island season 11 from the US
The hit UK show is able to be viewed in the UK, but you will either see it late or have to take a convoluted path.
Love Island fever is upon us once again, and with Season 11 kicking off, US fans are eager to catch all the sun-drenched drama.
But unlike its American counterpart, Love Island UK airs on ITV2, a channel geo-restricted to the UK.
There are ways to watch it in the US, however.
Option 1: Hulu - Catch up, with a wait...
Simply subscribe to Hulu and search for “Love Island UK.”
New episodes will arrive a week after the UK broadcast, meaning it will be difficult to avoid spoilers if you are active on social media.
Option 2: ITVX with a VPN - depending on service used
Watching live with the UK audience allows you to participate in the real-time buzz and avoid spoilers altogether. Here’s where a VPN (Virtual Private Network) comes in.
A VPN allows you to virtually connect to a server in another location, in this case, the UK. This tricks ITVX into thinking you’re accessing the platform from within the UK, granting you access to the live stream or on-demand episodes.
Here’s how to set up your VPN and ITVX access:
- Choose a VPN Service: Popular options include ExpressVPN, NordVPN, and PureVPN. Remember, VPNs usually incur subscription fees.
- Connect to a UK Server: Download and install the VPN app on your device, then connect to a server located in the United Kingdom.
- Create an ITVX Account: Head over to the ITVX website and sign up for a free account. You may need a temporary UK address for this step (some VPN providers offer disposable addresses).
- Stream Love Island UK: Search for “Love Island UK” on ITVX and enjoy the show live or on-demand.