ITV Studios has announced a new deal with RTL Croatia for the reality formats Love Island and Game of Chefs, as All Stars series three garners significant viewership.
ITV Studios has confirmed the future of its reality TV franchises Love Island and Game of Chefs through a newly signed agreement with RTL Croatia. This deal marks Croatia as the 28th territory to acquire the rights to the popular Love Island format, underlining the show's extensive global reach. With the success of the All Stars series three, which has achieved an impressive 53 million streams on ITVX, ITV demonstrates confidence in the franchise’s enduring popularity.
The announcement comes just weeks before the finale of Love Island: All Stars, showcasing ITV's strategic move to solidify the brand amid stiff competition in the reality TV space. Tom Clark, EVP of Global Sales and Commercial Strategy at ITV Studios, highlighted that this partnership affirms the brand's position as a leading reality program worldwide. This expansion also includes Game of Chefs, which is anticipated to premiere in Croatia by Spring 2026.
As ITV continues to leverage the global appeal of its flagship franchises, this deal with RTL Croatia signals potential growth opportunities within international markets. The ongoing development and acquisition of these reality shows not only reflect audience demand but also suggest a robust strategy for ITV to maintain its status in the entertainment industry, especially within the reality TV genre.
