BBC's Love Island equivalent facing cancellation following a lackluster run in the ratings, with ahem, a hefty £5m investment down the drain.
In a surprising turn of events, the BBC's latest dating show, "Stranded on Honeymoon Island," is set to be cancelled following its disappointing performance on BBC One. The show, which cost £30 million to produce, averaged 2.6 million viewers during its run but fell to an abysmal 517,000 viewers by its third outing on Friday.
The show, which was aimed at a traditionally mature audience, was intended to have a similar format to the popular ITV series "Love Island." However, the BBC's ambitious project failed to capture the public's imagination, with many viewers turning away from the show in favour of other programmes.
The show's poor performance is seen as a reminder to pick the right format for the right channel. The Sun's TV critic, Ally Ross, described the show as a "horror show" and felt it should have been on ITV2 or E4. Meanwhile, "Jeremy Clarkson's Celebrity Who Wants to be a Millionaire" overtook "Stranded on Honeymoon Island" with 1.4 million viewers on ITV.
Interestingly, the show debuted on BBC One with 848,000 viewers, but this number dwindled significantly over the course of its run. The show was filmed on an island in the Philippines, involving a 13,000-mile round trip for contestants and crew, but this did not seem to entice viewers to tune in.
It's worth noting that the show's host, Davina McCall, was not to blame for the poor viewership figures. Her ITV show "Long Lost Family" had more than double the viewers. Despite the show's failure, McCall's talent and charisma are undeniable, and it's likely that she will find other opportunities in the future.
The show's cancellation is a stark reminder of the importance of choosing the right format and audience for a show. While "Stranded on Honeymoon Island" may have had potential, it seems that it simply didn't resonate with the BBC One audience. As the entertainment industry continues to evolve, it's clear that broadcasters must be careful to match shows with their intended audience to ensure success.
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