How much will CBS tone down Love Island?

Entertainment Weekly

The hit British ITV reality dating show, whose American remake debuts on CBS on July 9, is known for being risqué, with females in thongs, rough language and games like contestants demonstrating favorite sexual positions that wouldn't pass muster on broadcast television. “We have to conform to broadcast standards, so what happens with language and — to some extent — what we see visually will be a little different because of the platform we’re on,” says executive producer David Eilenberg. Still, some risqué aspects will make it to CBS, such as a game where contestants are allowed to kiss pretty much every one of their potential partners. “There’s going to be a mix (of games) just as there is on the U.K. show,” Eilenberg says. “There are games that are meant to bond, games that are meant to spark attraction, and games that are just hilarious… The U.S. Islanders have seen the U.K. show, for the most part. They know what they’re walking into and are excited to do it.” Eilenberg adds: “CBS very much supports the show that’s been a hit elsewhere. We want to make sure the show is the show. It’s an aspirational, sexy, fun summer show. And the U.K. show has become less provocative and more broad appeal over time.”