Better Late Than Single release on Netflix: Can this new Korean dating show live up to Single's Inferno's global success?
Instead of hot singles competing on a beach, this show follows adults in their late 20s and 30s who've never been in a relationship. In Korea, they're often called 'motae solo," meaning people who've never dated.
What is Better Late Than Single about?
The setup may not follow your typical dating show rulebook, but it's refreshing. A group of first-time daters move into a shared house for nine days. During their stay, they go on dates, work on their self-confidence, and get complete glow-ups, with a bit of help from the hosts. From fashion makeovers to emotional pep talks, the show is as much about personal growth as it is about falling in love, as per its Netflix description.
Better Late Than Single: A cast of supportive 'love coaches'
Alongside Seo In Guk and Kang Han Na, the panel includes:
Lee Eun Ji, a comedian who adds warmth and humour
Car, the Garden, a singer known for his emotional vibe
This crew acts less like judges and more like big siblings, cheering the contestants on, offering advice, and sharing their own dating takes along the way.
Can Better Late Than Single match Single's Inferno's popularity?
Better Late Than Single brings a fresh concept to the Korean dating show space, but comparisons to Netflix's hit Single's Inferno are inevitable. While Inferno thrived on flirtation and dramatic twists set against a steamy island backdrop, Better Late Than Single takes an emotional approach. There's no competition to win anyone's heart, just a sincere exploration of what it's like to fall in love for the very first time.
Where Single's Inferno hooked viewers with suspense and slow-burn love triangles, Better Late Than Single leans into its slice-of-life charm, keeping things awkward but heartfelt.
Still, the show's success will hinge on how viewers connect with the cast.
When and where to watch Better Late Than Single
Better Late Than Single premieres on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, with episodes 1 to 3 streaming exclusively on Netflix. The episodes will be available from 12:30 PM IST, 4:00 PM KST, 3:00 AM ET, 12:00 AM PT, 8:00 AM BST, and 5:00 PM AEST. The 10-episode season will roll out in weekly batches every Tuesday, with the finale set to stream on July 29, 2025.
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