Love on the Spectrum (American TV series)

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Love on the Spectrum
GenreReality show
Created byCian O'Clery
Directed byCian O'Clery
Country of originAmerica
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons2
No. of episodes13
Production
Executive producersKarina Holden, Cian O'Clery
Running time45 minutes
Production companyNorthern Pictures
Original release
NetworkNetflix
Release18 May 2022 (2022-05-18) –
present
Related
Love on the Spectrum (Australian TV series)

Love on the Spectrum is an American reality television show based on the Australian version by the same name. The show is produced by Northern Pictures for Netflix[1] and is co-created, directed, and co-produced by Cian O'Clery.

Originally, the show was referred to as Love on the Spectrum U.S.

Release

Love on the Spectrum U.S. first aired on Netflix on May 18, 2022.[2][3] A second season, which was announced in September 2022, premiered on January 19, 2024.[4]

Cast

Cast members
Cast member Seasons
1 2
Jennifer Cook O'Toole Relationship coach
Dani Bowman Main
James Jones Main
Abbey Romeo Main
Kaelynn Partlow Main Does not appear
Steve Spitz Main
Subodh Garg Main Does not appear
David Isaacman Recurring Main
Connor Tomlinson Does not appear Main
Tanner Smith Does not appear Main
Journey Does not appear Main

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Reception

Similar to the original Australian series, Love on the Spectrum U.S. has received positive reviews from critics. The show has garnered an 8.2/10 on IMDb,

Decider among others.[10] The American version, made by the same team as the Australian version, was highlighted as having positive improvements from the Australian version. The American version expanded the age range of the cast featuring 63 year old Steve, diversified the previous dating experiences of the cast whether through online dating, highschool relationships, or relationships with people not on the spectrum, featured a dating coach and expert who herself is on the spectrum, and cast participants with disabilities in addition to autism (ADHD, dyslexia, etc.).[11][12] Not all of the differences were praised, however; the absence of LGBTQ relationships in the first season was critiqued. In season two, Journey, a lesbian, joined the cast.[13] It was also later revealed that Dani, who is shown only going on dates with men in the show, is pansexual.[13] Another critique was the lack of attention for couples on the spectrum who were already together as was done on the Australian version. In season two, Abbey and David, who were introduced and started dating on season one, had their story followed both in their hometown and on their trip to Africa to see their favorite animal, the lion.[14]

Autistic audiences generally enjoyed the portrayal of autism. Allison Wall wrote, "Yes, there are problem areas, but in my estimation, the positives outweigh the negatives. Autistic people are shown as empathetic, humanized individuals with a variety of abilities and skills, with agency, as adults, in romantic situations."[15] Wall did question the settings for dates. Many dates happened in restaurants or 'typical' date settings that Wall notes "An environment like that, for me, is not conducive for getting to know a stranger... Would it have been difficult to tailor the dating environments more to what the participants were comfortable with?"[15] Cian O'Clery, the co-creator, director, and producer stated in an interview with Mashable that "...it's all about what that particular person wants and needs. Some go to a restaurant if they want to go to a restaurant."[12] Jill Escher of the National Council on Severe Autism notes that members of the autism community may feel as if Love on the Spectrum is a "goofball charade that too conveniently sidesteps the trauma and poverty pervasive among autism families" but also points out that "...for the majority of viewers I do think they will walk away more curious, patient, and caring about autism — which is definitely a gift from Netflix to the autism community."[16]

External links

References

  1. ^ "Love on the Spectrum US". Northern Pictures. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
  2. ^ "Get Ready for the US Version of 'Love on the Spectrum'". Netflix Tudum. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
  3. ^ "Love on the Spectrum U.S. release date, synopsis, trailer and more". Netflix Life. 4 May 2022. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
  4. ^ White, Peter (22 September 2022). "'Love On The Spectrum' Renewed For Season 2 & 'The Ultimatum' Expanding At Netflix". Deadline. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
  5. ^ "Meet the Passionate Cast of 'Love on the Spectrum U.S.'". Netflix Tudum. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
  6. ^ "Meet The Charming Cast of 'Love on the Spectrum U.S.'". Esquire. 18 May 2022. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
  7. ^ Stang, Kaila (27 January 2024). "Where's the 'Love On the Spectrum' Season 2 Cast Now?". TV Insider. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
  8. ^ Love on the Spectrum U.S. (Documentary, Comedy, Drama), Dani Bowman, Abbey Lutes, James B. Jones, The Werk Howse, Northern Pictures, 18 May 2022, retrieved 29 January 2024{{citation}}: CS1 maint: others (link)
  9. ^ "Love on the Spectrum U.S. Season 1 | Rotten Tomatoes". www.rottentomatoes.com. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
  10. ^ "'Love On The Spectrum U.S.' Netflix Review: Stream It Or Skip It?". Retrieved 29 January 2024.
  11. ^ Persaud, Christine (20 May 2022). "Love On The Spectrum: 10 Differences Between The US And Australian Versions". ScreenRant. Retrieved 30 January 2024.
  12. ^ a b Luna, Elizabeth de (8 June 2022). "'Love on the Spectrum U.S.' is a delightful, drama-free take on dating shows". Mashable. Retrieved 30 January 2024.
  13. ^ a b Hall, Nico (23 January 2024). ""Love on the Spectrum" Fails to Give Its Queer Woman the Dates She Deserves". Autostraddle. Retrieved 30 January 2024.
  14. ^ Wangu, Elah (28 January 2024). "Love On The Spectrum US Season 2: Abbey & David's Relationship Timeline". ScreenRant. Retrieved 30 January 2024.
  15. ^ a b Wall, Allison (28 May 2022). "Love on the Spectrum U.S.: Representation or Exploitation? A Review". Allison Wall. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
  16. ^ ""Love on the Spectrum US": A Pageant of Hope and Heartbreak — NCSA". National Council on Severe Autism. 8 January 2023. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
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