As the title confirms, the unlucky couple areStranded on Honeymoon Island.
Others complain thatHoneymoon Islandhas hoovered up a big slice of the BBCs 2025 entertainment budget.
ITV was the biggest importer, turning toJeopardy!
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you might also countBig Brother(Netherlands) in this mix.
CBS premiered a U.S. version of the series this month.
So why are Britains broadcasters looking overseas for their next unscripted hit?
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The first thing to say is that this is nothing new.
It means they are placing fewer but bigger bets.
Others voice concern about Britain losing its status as a proud exporter of world-conquering television.
The bearish take is not necessarily supported by the data.
This was up three percentage points compared with 2022 and was the highest level since 2018.
There is also a feeling that beggars cant be choosers.
Thats not to say that Pact CEO John McVay doesnt sympathize with anxiety over the foreign format trend.
The BBC has been approached for comment.
They reference recent series includingRace Across The WorldandI Kissed a Girlas being examples of locally-reared hits.
Sources also highlighted success stories such asThe 1% Club, adapted by Amazon Prime Video in the U.S.
