The juiciest and best reality shows coming back in summer 2022
Summer is here, and with it comes a reality TV-rich lineup of great shows to stream. From the triumphant return of one of the season's hottest series, "Love Island," to a new spinoff of "The Challenge" that will feature contestants from "Big Brother," "Survivor," "The Amazing Race" and more popular reality competitions, there's no shortage of juicy reality shows to watch this summer.
Here's your must-watch reality TV list for summer 2022.
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"Love Island" USA seasons 1-3, now streaming on Paramount+
Watch reality on a gorgeous new 4K TV: 65" Samsung "The Frame" QLED 4K TV 2022, $1,800 (reduced from $2,000)
Best streaming stick deal right now: Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K, $35 (reduced from $50)
Still searching for the right show or movie to stream this weekend? Be sure to check out our guides on everything new coming to Paramount+, new shows on Apple TV+ and all the best movies to stream this week. Plus, we've got family-friendly TV show and movie suggestions, recommendations for the best Hulu originals, Showtime shows worth watching and a crash course on everything you should catch up on before "Stranger Things" season four.
'Love Island' (U.S.)
This steamy series follows a group of single "Islanders" who attempt to couple up and ultimately find love in a stunning and temptation-filled villa. In the end, America's favorite couple must decide whether to stay together and share a $100,000 cash prize, or split up and try to keep the money for themselves.
Relationships and rivalries abound in this sensational series that's become a staple of summer reality TV across the globe.
"Love Island" (U.S.) seasons 1-3 now streaming on Paramount+
While CBS initially brought the international smash-hit show to the states, Season 4 of "Love Island" USA will be streaming on Peacock. A premiere date has not yet been set for the new season.
"Love Island" (U.S.) Season 4, streaming on Peacock
'Love Island' (U.K.)
If you're looking for even more "Love Island" content, the original UK series begins airing on June 6. Unfortunately, if you're watching from the U.S., you'll have to wait a few extra weeks for the latest season to start streaming on Hulu. In the meantime, you can catch past seasons of the British dating show on the streaming platform.
"Love Island" (U.K.) seasons 1-7 now streaming on Hulu
'90 Day Fiancé: Love in Paradise'
Five couples who fell in love on vacation reunite to see if their relationship has what it takes after the magic of paradise has worn off. The newest season of "90 Day Fiancé: Love in Paradise" includes two LGBTQ+ couples for the first time in the show's history. Season 2 of "Love in Paradise" is now streaming on Discovery+.
"90 Day Fiancé: Love in Paradise," now streaming on Discovery+
'The Challenge: All Stars'
In this spinoff series of one of the longest-running reality competitions, a cast made up of former "Challenge" competitors vie for $500,000 and a chance to cement their legacy. New episodes are currently dropping weekly on Paramount+.
"The Challenge: All Stars," now streaming on Paramount+
'The Challenge: USA'
The newest spinoff of "The Challenge" features contestants from "The Amazing Race," "Big Brother," "Love Island," and "Survivor." On top of the standard $500,000, this year's prize includes a spot on "The Challenge: World Championship," another new series spinoff set to stream on Paramount+.
"The Challenge: USA," premiering July 6 on CBS and Paramount+
'Big Brother'
Contestants move into a house outfitted with 94 HD cameras and 113 microphones that record their every move, 24 hours a day. Every week, a houseguest is voted out, until only one remains to claim the $500,000 prize.
The latest season is set to premiere July 6 on CBS, but you can catch up on past seasons now streaming on Paramount+.
"Big Brother," seasons 1-23 now streaming on Paramount+
'The Bachelorette'
If you prefer a more traditional reality dating show, "The Bachelorette" is back this summer with a steamy and twisted new season. The show typically follows a single woman who entertains a variety of romantic prospects (in a nice mansion) for at least six weeks across drama-filled challenges and near-countless cocktail hours. At the end, two competitors remain, and the season's bachelorette chooses a beau. This year, however, the show has two bachelorettes: Gabby Windey and Rachel Recchia.
The new season premieres July 11 on ABC and will be available to stream the following day on Hulu.
"The Bachelorette," streaming July 12 on Hulu
The best TVs and TV deals right now
Looking to upgrade your at-home viewing experience so you can stream the latest shows and movies in style? Keep reading to check out the best deals on TVs and other streaming accessories including TV mounts, streaming sticks and more.
Save $200 on Samsung's 'The Frame' QLED 4K smart TV 2022
The latest edition of "The Frame" features a matte, anti-reflection display. The 1-inch-thick screen can stream all your favorite TV shows and movies in 4K resolution, and seamlessly transition to Art Mode to display your favorite paintings and photographs. The 2022 model is currently $200 off.
65" Samsung 'The Frame' smart TV (2022 model), $1,800 (reduced from $2,000)
Last year's model (2021), meanwhile, is on sale at Amazon.
65" Samsung 'The Frame' smart TV (2021 model), $1,598 (reduced from $1,798)
55" LG OLED GX gallery design 4K smart TV 2020
Prefer your painting-inspired TV to be an LG? The LG OLED GX can hang on your wall just like a painting -- hence, why it's known as a gallery-design TV. This LG OLED TV takes wall mounting to the next level: LG promises "no gap" between your ultra-thin screen and the wall.
Amazon has the 55-inch 2020 model of the LG OLED GX marked down 13% right now. The LG OLED GX boasts 4K resolution, built-in Alexa and Google Assistant, as well as built-in streaming apps for Netflix and more.
55" LG OLED GX 55" gallery design 4K smart TV (2020): $1,297 (reduced from $1,499)
Looking for an even bigger deal on an even newer TV? Right now, you can get at least $500 off the 2021 LG G1 gallery 4K smart TV direct from LG. The TV comes in three screen sizes: 55 inches, 65 inches and 75 inches. The biggest discount is for the 77-inch TV: It's marked down $1,000, down to $3,000.
77" LG G1 Class with gallery design 4K Smart OLED TV, $3,000 (reduced from $4,000)
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
Amazon's in-house streaming platform is Fire TV. This 4K streaming device comes with an Alexa voice remote, and supports Dolby Atmos Audio.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K, $35 (reduced from $50)
Fire TV Stick Lite
Sure, the Fire TV Stick Lite is the Amazon streaming stick with the least frills, but it's also Amazon's most affordable streaming stick. With the Fire Stick Lite, you can stream TV shows and movies in full HD, and enjoy some Alexa-enabled voice controls. If you're looking for the cheapest way to stream on an older TV, the Fire TV Stick Lite is a great option. Pick up one today for $10 off its usual price.
Fire TV Stick Lite, $20 (reduced from $30)
2022 Chromecast with Google TV
For Google loyalists, the new 2022 Chromecast with Google TV can, ahem, streamline your streaming experience. Get personal recommendations based on your subscriptions, viewing history and purchase history.
2022 Chromecast with Google TV, $40 (reduced from $50)
Full motion TV wall mount: $55
Mount your new TV with ease with this tilted, 4.8-star-rated wall mount. It's designed to handle televisions ranging in size from 47 to 84 inches.
Full motion TV wall mount (for 47" - 84" TVs), $52 after coupon (reduced from $55)
