Reality dating shows have always been a favourite guilty pleasure, but adding a Mediterranean backdrop, a Canadian cast, and a little competition takes things to another level. Crave’s newest series, Temptations Under the Sun: Cyprus, brings together Canadian singles for a summer of romance, challenges, and unexpected twists under the Mediterranean sun.
Now that the first two episodes are officially streaming on Crave, we’re taking a closer look at the new Canadian reality series – which we got an early look at during an exclusive premiere and watch party in Toronto with the cast, crew, and host.
Based on Québec’s popular unscripted series OD: Tentations Au Soleil, the English-language adaptation takes the concept to Cyprus, where singles leave everyday life behind and face romantic connections, challenges, and temptations under the Mediterranean sun.
A Canadian Dating Show With a Mediterranean Twist
Hosted by relationship expert, sexologist, and bestselling author Shan Boodram, Temptations Under the Sun: Cyprus follows a group of Canadian singles as they navigate attraction, competition, and unexpected connections while competing for a cash prize.
Set against the stunning backdrop of Cyprus, the series combines everything viewers love about reality dating shows: new relationships, personality clashes, romantic moments, and the inevitable drama that comes when strangers are placed together in paradise.
While dating is at the centre of the series, the show also explores how people connect when they’re removed from their everyday routines and placed in an environment designed to challenge their choices.
And with the first two episodes now streaming, viewers can officially meet the cast and start picking their favourites.
Meet the Canadian Cast of Temptations Under the Sun: Cyprus
The series brings together singles from across Canada, including Obi Nnadi (of Netlix’s Too Hot To Handle), Valentina Arango, Shemar Morrison, Emily Mierzejewski, Josh Selway, Alexus Wong, Ite Adekeye, Heléna Gonçalves, Kaelen Berg, Jenny Chicoine, Silas Leslie, Emma, Quinton “Tewn” MacLean, Mackenzie Timianis, Matt Koelen, Naomi Ralph, and Sam Gray.
Together, the cast heads to Cyprus for a summer experience filled with romance, competition, and plenty of opportunities for connections to change.
Why Reality Shows Make the Perfect Summer Watch
Reality dating shows have always had a way of becoming part of the conversation.. They’re the kind of series people watch with friends, host get togethers to watch and discuss, text about after every episode, and debate over who they think will make it to the end.
For datenight readers, Temptations Under the Sun: Cyprus is also the perfect inspiration for a themed watch night. Grab your favourite cocktails, make some Mediterranean-inspired snacks, and settle in for a little summer escape from your couch.
And if you’re already two episodes in, you officially have a new show to text your friends about.
The first two episodes of Temptations Under the Sun: Cyprus are now streaming on Crave, with new episodes rolling out throughout the season.
Plus, browse all the best irl date ideas across Canada here!
