Love on the Spectrum (US Version 2022; Australian Version 2019).

Abstract

Love on the Spectrum is a reality television show, originally created for ABC TV in Australia in 2019; an American version was created by the same Australian producers for Netflix in 2022. The show follows male and female adults who identify as being on the Autistic Spectrum as they navigate the dating world in search of love. The show organizes dates between people on the autistic spectrum and follows them as they get ready for their dates, during the dates and in their aftermath, interviewing the participants as well as their families and close friends.