Love Island set to run for two series in 2020, ITV confirms

Hit ITV show Love Island will run for two series next year, the broadcaster said.

The show, which has been viewed by more than six million people at its peak this year, will be heading to Africa and Europe in 2020.

A new villa will be used in South Africa in early 2020 before filming returns to Majorca in the summer.

Paul Mortimer, head of digital channels and acquisitions at ITV, said: "Off the back of a record-breaking year, we're delighted to be bringing an extra series of our biggest and sunniest show to the 2020 schedule.

"Love Island has proven yet again to be the perfect format that engages younger audiences.

"In response to this viewer appetite, a new batch of young singletons will deliver some highly anticipated post-Christmas romance and drama from our new and luxurious location."

Meanwhile, Angela Jain, Managing Director ITV Studios Entertainment said: “We love making Love Island for ITV2.

“The show's success is testament to the magnificent production team that decamp to Mallorca every year to deliver the award-winning show with its trademark warmth, wit and wide-ranging appeal. And now 2020 is going to have even more love than before."

The Sun reports that Caroline Flack will host the winter version when it launches in January.

Standard Online has reached out to ITV for further comment.

Series 5 of Love Island continues tonight at 9 pm on ITV2.