REALITY TVIs 'Love on the Spectrum' Scripted? The Shocking Truth Revealed
Is 'Love on the Spectrum' scripted? Uncover surprising truths from the hit Netflix show.
May 25 2025, Published 3:23 p.m. ET
Hold onto your heartstrings! Fans of the heartwarming docuseries Love on the Spectrum have fallen head over heels for the cast, leaving many to wonder — just how real is this show?
'Love on the Spectrum' explores the joys and challenges of dating with autism.
In a deep dive, OK! spilled the tea on what the cast and creators have revealed about the authenticity of this Emmy Award-winning series that's stolen our hearts!
What Is 'Love on the Spectrum'?
This groundbreaking series, created by Cian O'Clery and Karina Holden, first graced screens in Australia in 2019 before making a splash on Netflix in 2022 with its U.S. version. Love on the Spectrum dives into the beautiful yet challenging world of dating for individuals on the autism spectrum, showcasing beloved cast members like David Isaacman, Abbey Romeo, Tanner Smith and Dani Bowman.
Fans of the docuseries 'Love on the Spectrum' love the cast.
Holden shared the impact of the show, saying, "The show itself has actually become the template for people to then think, ‘That's what love can look like in my life, and I can be like that character who doesn't necessarily fit the typical stereotype.'"
Is 'Love on the Spectrum' Scripted?
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Spoiler alert: Love on the Spectrum is not a scripted series! O'Clery has made it clear that while some speed dating events are facilitated by production to give cast members chances to meet new people, the essence of the series remains grounded in reality.
'Love on the Spectrum' isn’t scripted.
Former cast member Kaelynn Partlow, who warmed our hearts in Season 1, clarified things in an April Instagram reel. "The only time I remember being directed was if they missed a shot... like if I walked down the stairs but the camera wasn't sitting at the exact right angle," she laughed. "I'd have to walk back up and come back down."
Kaelynn Partlow confirmed the lack of pay on her Instagram Reel in April.
What Inspired 'Love on the Spectrum'?
Before bringing us this enchanting series, O'Clery and Holden focused on stories of individuals with disabilities seeking employment. As O'Clery beautifully articulated, "During that process, we met lots and lots of people on the spectrum... The story of people wanting to find love and wanting to date just kept coming up."
