04-06-2025
Peacock Fumbles 'Love Island USA' Premiere—Here's the Schedule Ahead
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"Love Island USA" fans were not happy last night.
The hotly anticipated Season 7 premiere was scheduled to start streaming at 9 pm ET, but as that time came and went, Peacock released a message across social media: "WE GOT A TEXT! Tonight's episode will be slightly delayed. But it is worth the wait Stay tuned! #LoveIslandUSA."
When all was said and done, "Love Island USA" fans stateside had to wait over 40 extra minutes before finally getting to the Season 7 premiere.
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According to Peacock's official description of the new season, "Season 7 will introduce a brand new roster of singles, new additions to the vibrant Fiji villa, and the return of the infamous Casa Amor."
"Temptations will rise and drama will ensue as Islanders face brand new couples' challenges, jaw-dropping twists and turns, and even a few surprise guests."
"Once again, viewers will be able to vote for their favorite couples via the Love Island USA app to determine which Islanders will recouple, who will remain in the villa, and who goes home heartbroken."
Why was 'Love Island USA' Delayed on Peacock?
The "Love Island USA" premiere was delayed on Peacock for viewers in the US for 40 minutes. No explanation was given by the streamer, though it seems possible there was some kind of technical glitch.
While viewers in the US had to wait, Canadian viewers reported being able to access the episode on time.
Viewers Outraged Over 'Love Island USA' Delay
Fans took to social media to complain about the delay, and they weren't shy in letting Peacock and everyone else know they weren't happy.
timed my food for this… and the new love island episode got delayed BABY ITS 2 HOURS LONG THERES NO TIME FOR IT TO DELAY — anthony (@secretofant) June 4, 2025
they saying the premiere delayed to 10pm #LoveIslandUSA
— LANI ★ (@needlessab) June 4, 2025
Peacock delaying a two hour premiere episode #LoveIslandUSA — Allie (@Golden_Josette) June 4, 2025
No like this actually pathetic. Built up all this anticipation just to upset your audience at the very last minute lmao. Like literally announced a delay a minute after it should've released, yall unprofessional! 😂😂😂 — m.🩷 (@modiannee) June 4, 2025
While most fans were screaming bloody murder online about the delay, there were also some who chose instead to make light of the whole thing.
love island usa delay is probably yulissa and austin's fault — eliza (@elliesgreedy) June 4, 2025
love island usa season 7 is now 22 minutes late on their premiere do i end it all — jess 🍉 (@AllTimeWasted) June 4, 2025
I wasn't gonna drink tonight but love island is delayed by 11 minutes and counting so…. #LoveIslandUSA — k8 (@macandjesus) June 4, 2025
How to Stream 'Love Island USA'
"Love Island USA" can be streamed exclusively on Peacock.
A basic Peacock subscription with ads is $7.99 (+tax) per month or $79.99 (+tax) for the year. A Premium Plus subscription starts at $13.99 (+tax) per month or $139.99 (+tax) per year.
What Days Does 'Love Island USA' Come On?
'Love Island USA' streams on Peacock every day of the week, except Wednesdays, at 9 p.m. EST.
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